Internship Artefact - assistant public relations and guide coordination

Dive into all aspects of the audience mediation of Artefact 2027! 

Deadline: 12 October 2026

What is STUK? 

STUK is a vibrant arts centre in the heart of Leuven, a home for dance, visual arts & sound with an international appeal. The building comprises multiple exhibition spaces, a cinema hall, concert and theatre halls, a café, and much more. From dance performances and concerts to films and exhibitions: STUK does it all. With STUK START, TakeOff UUR KULTUUR, Rode Hond, Artefact, Hear Here, and STUK Eindfeest, STUK offers a multitude of festivals and contexts to present Belgian and international artists in the best possible way. Artists are also at work behind the scenes at STUK every day, and we support the production of new work.

Brief description of the internship

Artefact is the annual contemporary arts festival at STUK featuring an exciting exhibition, performances, shows, lectures, and workshops. The festival welcomes approximately 15,000 people every year. To provide our visitors with the best possible experience during Artefact 2027 (Feb 4 - Feb 21, 2027), we are looking for a motivated intern in Public Relations and Guide Coordination.

Under the guidance of the Public Relations Officer / Guide Coordinator, you will help translate the Artefact exhibition for various target groups. This includes, among other things, familiarizing yourself with the exhibition content, developing tours and educational materials for visiting schools, booking and following up on tours, supporting guides, guiding for diverse target groups yourself, welcoming groups, and conducting workshops.

Internship period & working hours

  • Period: mid-November 2026 through February 26, 2027
  • Working hours: During the internship, you will work at least 3 days per week at STUK. The frequency is higher during busy periods before, during, and immediately after the festival.

What do we expect?

  • What do we expect?
  • You have an affinity with contemporary visual art and STUK's visual arts programming
  • You have strong writing skills in Dutch and English and speak easily in front of groups
  • A proactive and independent work attitude suits you perfectly
  • At the same time, you provide feedback smoothly within a broader team and can function well within a (festival) squad
  • You meet deadlines with ease; accuracy and punctuality are among your strengths
  • You have a great network in Leuven that is happy to ride on your wave of enthusiasm
  • You understand evening and weekend work (largely limited to during the Artefact exhibition and festival) as part of the internship

Waar en met wie ga je werken?

Als onderdeel van team publiek werk je nauw samen met onze publieksmedewerker en gidsencoördinator Eva Houbrechts. Daarnaast zal je ook samenwerken met de curator, de verschillende productie-collega’s, de vrijwilligerscoördinator en de stagiairs die hun teams versterken. Op termijn leer je ongetwijfeld het hele STUK team kennen.

What can we offer you?

  • insight, knowledge, and practical experience in developing robust audience engagement around the Artfact exhibition and the festival
  • insight, knowledge, and practical experience in welcoming various target groups and coordinating guided tours
  • regular feedback sessions so you can grow during the internship
  • an inside look at STUK as an organization
  • a fantastic team to work with
     
  • the internship is unpaid; you will not receive any reimbursement for expenses such as travel costs to/from STUK
  • however, we do provide a free vegetarian lunch buffet and free dinner during evening shifts
  • and the opportunity to attend all STUK activities for free during your internship period

Application & selection process

Email your cover letter and CV by October 12, 2026, to rondleiding@stuk.be (Eva Houbrechts) and karen.verschooren@stuk.be.

If you are selected following your official application, you will be invited for an in-person interview at STUK. This selection round will take place in the week of October 19, 2026.

Do you not (yet) meet all the requirements, but are you very enthusiastic about this internship? Do not hesitate to apply. We are curious about your talents and competencies and how you can help write our story. STUK values ​​diversity and inclusion. This commitment is reflected in our program, our residencies, and partnerships. We want to be a safe and welcoming home with room for different voices and perspectives.