Misk Art Institute Curatorial Internship

The Misk Art Institute Curatorial Internship 2026 is a fully funded 10-week professional training program organized by the Misk Art Institute in partnership with the MAXXI Museum Curatorial Office in Rome, Italy. The program immerses participants in the research, interpretation, and development of exhibitions and curatorial projects within one of Europe's leading contemporary art and architecture institutions. Interns work alongside professional curators and contribute to active exhibitions, strengthening their skills in curatorial writing, critical thinking, archival research, and exhibition development

Professional Experience - At least one year of curatorial experience. Academic Background In one of the following: - Contemporary Art - Architecture - Curatorial Studies - Museum Studies - Related disciplines Knowledge Requirements Applicants should demonstrate: - Strong interest in exhibition-making. - Knowledge of contemporary art and architecture. - Familiarity with museums, archives, and collections. - Ability to conduct research and critically engage with artworks. Technical Skills - Curatorial writing skills. - Experience with archives and databases. - Basic proficiency in Office tools and content management systems. - Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams. Language Requirement - English proficiency. Required Application Materials Applicants are expected to submit: 1. Completed application form. 2. Curriculum Vitae (CV). 3. Portfolio or evidence of previous curatorial work. 4. Supporting documents requested by Misk Art Institute. 5. Personal and professional information. Internship Structure Participants spend ten weeks inside the MAXXI Curatorial Office and engage in: - Curatorial research. - Exhibition concept development. - Internal meetings and discussions. - Exhibition planning and implementation. - Interpretation and contextualization of artworks. - Writing curatorial texts and supporting materials Selection Criteria Applications are assessed based on: - Curatorial experience. - Knowledge of contemporary art and architecture. - Research ability. - Writing skills. - Collaborative capacity. - Commitment to curatorial practice. Application Process Step 1 Visit the application portal: <https://miskartinstitute.org/en/training/curatorial-internship Step 2 Prepare: - CV - Portfolio - Supporting documents Step 3 Submit your application online. Step 4 Await selection and notification.