Art Jameel offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities, internships and full time roles which
allow team members to enrich and develop their love of the arts while contributing to skills and
talents to the Centre.
Our curatorial and educational programmes provide avenues for working with talented regional and
international arts professionals. Throughout the year a variety of roles may become available, both in
front-facing positions as well as behind the scenes.
The Art Jameel Internship at Jameel Arts Centre is an annual internship scheme offering
departmental work placements and bespoke learning opportunities for UAE-based practitioners
interested in pursuing careers in the creative field.
Summer internship: June 1 – August 11, 2023.
Autumn internship: September 1 – Nov 30, 2023
The Internship Programme takes an embedded and hands-on approach to mentorship, providing
intern’s the opportunity to gain experience in Exhibitions, Learning, Library, Visual Design, or
Events. The annual internship programme runs from September to December.
Objectives
Offer an entry-point into the arts and cultural field
Offer hands-on work experience, opportunity to gain practical experience
Offer networking and mentorship opportunities
Offer a dynamic Intern Career Development Programme
This programme includes the following key components:
Monthly Seminar Sessions – monthly roundtable sessions led by each department, enabling interns
to learn more about the career paths and work of an arts organisation like Art Jameel
Field Trips – exclusive visits to local exhibitions, artist studios, film screenings, and so on, fostering
industry knowledge and networking opportunities
Mentorship – regular one-on-one sessions with supervisors to discuss each intern’s interests, career
goals, and answer any questions, an opportunity to gain and share new insights, advice, and
direction
Assessment – two feedback and assessment sessions allowing for interns and supervisors alike to
reflect on their experiences and develop further the programme
Qualifications required
University student or recent graduate
Available for a full-time 3-month internship in Dubai between September 2022 – December 2022
An entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for learning and taking initiative
Open to collaboration and working with educators and artists across different institutions
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Excellent time management, communication (verbal and written), and organisation skills
Passion for arts, culture and community
Valid UAE residency holders; Able to acquire NOC from sponsor
Arabic fluency is a plus
Driver’s license is a plus
Candidates are selected based on merit, growing expertise and commitment to their career path via a
rigorous committee-led screening and interview process.
Applications for the Fall Cycle of Art Jameel’s Internship Programme at Jameel Arts Centre is now
closed.
If you are interested in internship opportunities in our sister centre in Jeddah, please visit the Hayy
Jameel website to learn more.
Get an inside scoop on Art Jameel’s dynamism through our volunteer programme! Arts enthusiasts
and those looking to explore creative career paths are encouraged to apply.
If you are interested in volunteer opportunities in our sister centre in Jeddah, please visit the Hayy
Jameel website to learn more.
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