Paid Student Internship – Arts & Culture (Abu Dhabi)

About the role

The 421 Arts Campus offers a two‑month paid student internship from June to August 2025. Interns work on‑site in Abu Dhabi, rotating through departments such as Communications & Marketing, Learning Initiatives, Exhibition Design, and Public Programs & Community Engagement. The program includes mentorship, talks with industry leaders, and hands‑on experience in a cultural centre.

Key responsibilities

• Support department projects and daily operations.
• Assist with communication, marketing materials, and social media content.
• Contribute to exhibition planning, design, and installation.
• Help coordinate public programs, community outreach, and educational initiatives.
• Conduct research, prepare reports, and aid in curation tasks.

Required profile

• Enrolled in a Fine Art, Architecture, Design, Art History or Museum studies degree program.
• University student based in Abu Dhabi, at least in the second year of study.
• Computer literate with standard software applications.
• Strong interest in contemporary art and cultural institutions.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Paid internship with a structured mentorship model.
• Networking opportunities within the regional contemporary art scene.
• Hands‑on involvement in exhibition planning, research, and community outreach.
• Workshops, critiques, and seminars led by industry experts.