Interns

Internship Production Hear Here 2025

Internship period: 1 March >> 13 June 2025

Short

STUK is looking for an intern to support the production of the sound art exhibition Hear Here 2025, which will take place from 24 April to 9 June at various locations in Leuven. We are looking for someone who has a heart for sound art, visual art or music but is practical at the same time. You will help STUK prepare the expo, go on location visits, welcome the artists and receive a varied package of production tasks. This internship is an excellent opportunity to get to know interesting artists and gain experience in the cultural sector.

For your information, the previous edition of Hear Here was a great success with 25,000 visitors.

What is Hear Here?

Hear Here is a large expo of sound art at STUK and at locations in the city centre. In the form of a walk along various places in Leuven, such as churches, parks or empty buildings, the expo presents about 15 sound installations (artworks with sound). Thus, installations will sound in STUK, Dijlepark, Justus Lipsius Tower, KADOC Chapel, Hollands College, BAC ART LAB, Stadspark and Anatomical Theatre, among others. The expo features work by both Belgian and international sound artists. We aim at a broad audience of professionals, art connoisseurs and music lovers, as well as curious Leuven residents, families and schools. Hear Here will be the sound art expo of 2025.


Who are we looking for?

STUK is looking for an intern to support the production for 'Hear Here. The internship is spread over the period 1 March to 13 June 2025. You will start with the preparations for the expo and work during the set-up, expo period and dismantling. We are looking for someone with an affinity for sound art, visual art and/or music who also likes to roll up his/her sleeves and can think practically and is widely available during the period in question.


So who specifically are we looking for?

• you have some affinity with STUK's sound programming, or at least with sound art, visual art and music in general
• You are communicative, can work independently and have a practical attitude
• You preferably (but not necessarily) have some experience in organising events, parties, concerts, or have been involved in the past as a volunteer in the cultural or event sector
• you are preferably (but not necessarily) familiar with digital tools such as Gmail, Google Drive, and with social media
• you have a good knowledge of English so you can communicate with non-Dutch-speaking artists. French is a plus.
• you live or are living in student accommodation in Leuven
• you preferably have a driving licence type B
• you can take time off from 1 March to 13 June 2025 on a very regular basis (dates will be fixed according to planning and in mutual agreement)


What do you do?

The range of tasks is very varied:

• You will be responsible for the practical organisation and preparation of the expo (1 March to 24 March). This means: making appointments with artists and technicians, organising location visits, thinking about all kinds of practical issues, booking travels and hotels, making up info sheets, etc.
• You are available during the build-up, exhibition period and dismantling (approx. 24 March to 13 June). During this period, you will help monitor the set-up, you will be the contact point for artists and technicians, you will regularly check the installations and locations, draw up signs, follow up any damage cases, help organise the opening reception, live event, guided tours with artists, etc.

What is STUK?

STUK is a vibrant arts centre in the heart of Leuven; a home for dance, image & sound, with international appeal. The building includes several concert and theatre halls, an exhibition space, a cinema hall, a café and much more. From dance performances over concerts to films and exhibitions: STUK does it all. With Artefact, STUK START, STUK End Party, ClubSTUK and TakeOff UUR KULTUUR, STUK offers a multitude of festivals and contexts to present Belgian and international artists in the best possible way. We also do many behind-the-scenes residencies and support productions of new work.


Apply

Contacts: Gilles Helsen (programmer sound) / Ilse Van Essche (production)
Mail a cover letter and CV to gilles.helsen[at]stuk.be and ilse.vanessche@stuk.be by 13 October 2024 at the latest. We will then invite you for an interview.

Internship Audience participation Hear Here 2025

stageperiode: 1 maart >> 11 juni 2025

Short

STUK is looking for an intern to support the guide coordination of the sound art exhibition 'Hear Here 2025', which takes place from 24 April to 9 June at various locations in Leuven. As an intern, you will support the public relations officer with the recruitment, planning and coordination of guides and guided tours. During the expo, you will be jointly responsible for the public mediation of challenging installations and artworks, you will help ensure the well-being of the guide team and you will assist where necessary.

For your information, the previous edition of Hear Here was a great success with 25,000 visitors.

What is Hear Here?

Hear Here is a large expo of sound art at STUK and at locations in the city centre. In the form of a walk along various places in Leuven, such as churches, parks or empty buildings, the expo presents about 15 sound installations (artworks with sound). Thus, installations will sound in STUK, Dijlepark, Justus Lipsius Tower, KADOC Chapel, Hollands College, BAC ART LAB, Stadspark and Anatomical Theatre, among others. The expo features work by both Belgian and international sound artists. We aim at a broad audience of professionals, art connoisseurs and music lovers, as well as curious Leuven residents, families and schools. Hear Here will be the sound art expo of 2025.

Who are we looking for?

• you are sociable and enthusiastic
• You are communicative, can work independently and have a practical attitude
• you have a good knowledge of English so that you can communicate with non-Dutch-speaking volunteers. French is a plus.
• you can make yourself available on a regular basis from 1 March to 11 June 2025 (days to be agreed with higher intensity between 24 April and 9 June 2025)
• You are willing to work evenings and weekends
• you preferably (but not necessarily) have some experience with volunteer work (e.g. in the cultural sector, youth movement,...)
• you are preferably (but not necessarily) familiar with digital tools such as Gmail, Google Drive, and with social media
• you preferably live or are living in Leuven, a network in Leuven is an asset
• you preferably have a type B driving licence

What do we offer?

• A varied range of tasks involving working with volunteers, guides, the public and the team
• A learning process within various facets of public participation and mediation
• An enjoyable environment with sufficient supervision in which you can develop your skills


What is STUK?

STUK is a vibrant arts centre in the heart of Leuven; a house for dance, image & sound, with international appeal. The building includes several concert and theatre halls, an exhibition space, a cinema, a café and much more. From dance performances over concerts to films and exhibitions: STUK does it all. With Artefact, STUK START, STUK End Party, ClubSTUK and TakeOff UUR KULTUUR, STUK offers a multitude of festivals and contexts to present Belgian and international artists in the best possible way. We also do many behind-the-scenes residencies and support productions of new work.


Apply

Contacts: Gilles Helsen (programmer sound) / Ilse Van Essche (production)
Mail a cover letter and CV to gilles.helsen[at]stuk.be and ilse.vanessche@stuk.be by 13 October 2024 at the latest. We will then invite you for an interview.