Call for applications: Trainee (M/F/D) at the Museum Gunzenhauser

Welcome to the European Capital of Culture 2025 – the city of Chemnitz! Here, people work who want to make a difference.
We are committed to a wide range of topics. Together, we shape Chemnitz for our citizens and support them in various life situations. It is important to us to keep up with the times: We create modern working conditions so that our employees feel comfortable.
Contribute your ideas for an open and diverse urban society!

We are looking for a:

TRAINEE (M/F/D) AT THE MUSEUM GUNZENHAUSER

YOUR TASKS

The position provides the opportunity to expand your knowledge in all areas of museum work, particularly through:

• Assisting with the conceptual, administrative, and practical preparation of future exhibitions at the museum
• Supporting the collection management (digitization and academic processing)
• Contributing to catalog publications
• Assisting in art education and visitor outreach
• Maintaining the museum database

WHAT YOU BRING

Your profile:

• A completed academic degree in Art History, Art Studies, or a comparable museum-related field (Master’s or PhD)

Additional advantages:

• Knowledge of Classical Modern Art and Contemporary Art
• Additional foreign language skills

What else matters to us:

• Strong knowledge of 19th–21st century art
• Good IT skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Very good English proficiency
• Strong communication skills and a sense of responsibility
• Independent, conscientious, and team-oriented working style
• Interest in topics such as sustainability, anti-discrimination, and inclusive language

WHAT WE OFFER

• A reliable and family-friendly employer
• A variety of opportunities to actively shape the future of Chemnitz
• Internal networking via an employee app
• 30 days of annual leave
• Flexible working hours with a time tracking system
• Possibilities for remote work
• Subsidy for the Germany Ticket (public transport)
• A city to explore, affordable housing, and excellent daycare centers and schools

QUESTIONS?

Personnel Recruitment: Antje Feldten
E-mail: antje.feldten@stadt-chemnitz.de

Note: Due to data protection regulations, we cannot accept applications via email. Please use our online application portal (fields listed below).

YOUR APPLICATION

The City of Chemnitz is committed to equal opportunities and anti-discrimination. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our workforce reflects the diversity of our urban society.

Applicants with severe disabilities or those with equivalent status will be given preference if equally qualified.

For more information about your application, please visit:
https://karriere.chemnitz.de/stellenangebote

INTERESTED?

Then enter your details here! >>> Online Application

We look forward to your application!