Jobs
The Kunstverein für Mecklenburg und Vorpommern in Schwerin is committed to a respectful, inclusive and anti-discriminatory working environment. We specifically encourage people from diverse social backgrounds to apply for positions with us. Promoting equal opportunities for all genders is a matter that goes without saying for us.
Head of Installation (Part-time / Freelance Basis)
To strengthen our team in Schwerin, we are seeking, starting January 1, 2026 (or by agreement), a Freelance Head of Installation (m/f/d) on a part-time basis. Working closely with the Artistic and Administrative Directors as well as the Curator, the Head of Installation is primarily responsible for the implementation and production of the Kunstverein’s exhibitions and events. Manual skills and a careful, responsible approach to handling artworks are essential. The position can be carried out partly remotely but also requires on-site presence in Schwerin.
Responsibilities:
– Planning and technical implementation of exhibitions and events
(including installation, deinstallation, and possible modifications)
– Organization of an installation team (if applicable)
– Development of spatial and technical solutions for artistic projects
– Organization and coordination of transport and professional art handling/packing
– Procurement of materials and technical equipment
– Maintenance of the workshop and tool room
Application:
Please send your complete application documents (motivation letter, CV, references) in a single PDF file, stating your earliest possible starting date, by Sunday, November 30, 2025, to: Hendrike Nagel (Artistic and Managing Director)
You can find a PDF of the job posting here. For further inquiries, please feel free to contact us by phone.
Responsibilities:
– Planning and technical implementation of exhibitions and events
(including installation, deinstallation, and possible modifications)
– Organization of an installation team (if applicable)
– Development of spatial and technical solutions for artistic projects
– Organization and coordination of transport and professional art handling/packing
– Procurement of materials and technical equipment
– Maintenance of the workshop and tool room
Application:
Please send your complete application documents (motivation letter, CV, references) in a single PDF file, stating your earliest possible starting date, by Sunday, November 30, 2025, to: Hendrike Nagel (Artistic and Managing Director)
You can find a PDF of the job posting here. For further inquiries, please feel free to contact us by phone.
Internship (ongoing)
The Kunstverein offers students internships (ongoing) in the field of curatorial assistance and art mediation. Interns gain comprehensive insight into the work of an art institution as well as practical experience in the conception, planning and realisation of exhibitions, events and mediation formats. The opportunity to develop your own project is also provided.
Internships are available on both a full-time and part-time basis and, upon agreement, can also be carried out remotely in part. The duration is usually three months, with a minimum of two months. In the case of a mandatory internship, six months are also possible.
The internship covers the following areas of work:
– Curating and exhibition production
– Event organisation
– administrative management
– Grant management and acquisition
– Art mediation and communication
– Press and public relations
If you are interested, please send your complete application documents (letter of motivation, CV, references and certificate of enrolment, if applicable) to: Hendrike Nagel (Artistic & Managing Director).
Internships are available on both a full-time and part-time basis and, upon agreement, can also be carried out remotely in part. The duration is usually three months, with a minimum of two months. In the case of a mandatory internship, six months are also possible.
The internship covers the following areas of work:
– Curating and exhibition production
– Event organisation
– administrative management
– Grant management and acquisition
– Art mediation and communication
– Press and public relations
If you are interested, please send your complete application documents (letter of motivation, CV, references and certificate of enrolment, if applicable) to: Hendrike Nagel (Artistic & Managing Director).