Internship at Thomas Kellner’s Studio 2026
Art · Photography · Media · Art Market
Are you looking for a recognized mandatory internship in the arts, where you don’t just watch, but actively participate?
Do you want hands-on experience in artistic practice, photography, editorial work, social media, and the international art market?
At the studio of internationally renowned photographer Thomas Kellner, you will work directly on real projects in a small, collaborative team, with personal mentoring and a qualified internship certificate.
Ideal for students of art, media, and cultural studies.
About the Studio
Thomas Kellner is an internationally active photographer and artist, guest professor at the Justus Liebig University Gießen, contributor to photography magazines, and curator of exhibitions.
He maintains worldwide connections with curators, journalists, galleries, and museums and operates a gallery in Siegen with his partner.
The internship takes place directly in the studio, not in an anonymous office – you will be fully integrated into ongoing projects.
Internship Details
- Type: Mandatory internship (or study-related internship)
- Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week), flexible scheduling
- Duration: Minimum 8 weeks, preferably longer
- Compensation: Unpaid (common in the arts sector for mandatory internships)
- Location: Siegen, Germany
- Certificate: Recognized and qualified
Team size: Usually 2–4 interns simultaneously
Work Environment & Mentoring
You will work in a small, personal team with direct access to the artist.
Exchange and discussion are part of daily life – we often cook lunch together and talk about texts, images, projects, and current developments in the art world.
Asking questions is actively encouraged.
The internship is practical, supervised, and learning-focused.
What You Will Learn
Editorial & Writing
- Writing and editing articles and posts
- SEO-optimized writing (including AI-assisted methods)
- Press and public relations in the arts
Digital Systems & Art Market
- Introduction to industry-standard editorial and CRM systems
- Working with Cobra (approx. 9,000 contacts)
- Insights into marketing and sales in the art market
Social Media & Online
- CMS management (Typo3)
- Planning and executing social media strategies
- Managing content with Publer (Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest)
- Supporting ~20,000 followers
Artistic & Project Work
- Participation in the photography project “Facets of the City – after August Sander”
- Optional: Photoshop, InDesign, video work
- Supporting exhibitions, events, and book projects
- Contributing to new artistic works (Art-Factory approach)
You will work on real projects that are published, exhibited, or distributed.
Who We Are Looking For
This internship is suitable for students from programs such as:
- Art History, Photography
- Media & Communication Studies
- Cultural Management
- Architecture / Interior Architecture
- Literature, Language & Cultural Studies (e.g., LKM)
Requirements
- Interest in contemporary art and photography
- Motivation, initiative, and curiosity
- Teamwork and reliability
- Good English skills; additional languages welcome
- MS Office proficiency
- Basic knowledge of image files advantageous
Apply Now
tk@thomaskellner.com
Blücherstraße 7 · 57072 Siegen, Germany
Apply for your recognized mandatory internship in art, photography, and media today!
