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Arts Intern
Role Context
The intern will support the Arts Manager and Head of Arts Germany to implement activities in country delivered through one or more of the Arts global programmes: Culture Connects, Spotlights on Culture, Creative Economy and Arts Responds to Global Challenges.
Particular focus will include working on event management, research and communications tasks. Through this internship, they will gain experience in key areas of the Germany Cultural Engagement portfolio.
Role Accountabilities
Event coordination
- Assisting with events and programmes in autumn 2025 in the Cultural Engagement portfolio calendar.
- During the internship, the intern will work closely with the project manager and Head of Arts to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Tasks undertaken will include: supporting event publicity; coordinating with venues; collating and preparing information for participants as necessary; identifying new directions for digital impact; and implementing evaluations of the events.
Research
- The intern will also have the opportunity to undertake research for specific future programmes, such as the upcoming UK/Germany cultural season.
- The intern will support the Arts team in researching potential partners and stakeholders and building and updating contact lists.
Communications
The intern will contribute to the development of external communications materials to highlight UK Arts presence in Germany, activity and stories from the country Arts portfolio as well as opportunities for artists.Qualifications & Experience :
Minimum/essential
- Basic understanding of the arts and creative industries in Germany
- Active commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
- Strong communication skills (written / spoken in English and German both at C1 level)
- Strong research skills
- Attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience of working in or with the arts and/or creative industries sector
- Experience of working in a multi-lingual office (English/German)
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams Social media / digital skills
Important Information :
Contract Duration: November 2025 – January 2026 (30 hours per week)
Remuneration: 500 EUR per month
Location : Berlin
Contract type : Fixed Term
Closing Date : 14 September 2025 (10:59 PM UK Time)
You must have the legal right to work in Germany at the time of application.
There is no relocation or sponsorship support.
British Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. This may not be appropriate for all roles but can be explored at interview.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.
Safeguarding Statement
The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.
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