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Barbara Van Ernst International Art Fellowship
The Barbara Van Ernst International Art Fellowship is a new paid learning opportunity aimed at graduates of curatorial, museum, art or culture studies, interested in gaining knowledge and experience in working with the Art Gallery of South Australia’s (AGSA) extensive collection.
The Barbara Van Ernst International Art Fellow will be stewarded and mentored by AGSA’s expert curatorial, registration and exhibition staff while also making meaningful contributions to the development and delivery of AGSA’s 2027 Winter Arts Series exhibition.
The Barbara Van Ernst International Art Fellow will have the opportunity to learn about the complex nature of developing and delivering large-scale international projects which includes:
- Collection research, expanding on documentation and supporting materials
- Writing for expanded labels, audio tours and publication
- Exhibition design planning and delivery
- Supporting condition reporting and documentation and liaising with internal and external conservators
- Contributing to audience programming and marketing content development
- Supporting registration and exhibition functions and understanding the complexity of international programming.
Details
The Barbara Van Ernst International Art Fellowship is generously supported by Barbara Van Ernst and her strong interest is creating opportunities for growth and development for emerging arts professionals.
The Fellowship will be supported by a once off financial stipend of $18,000.
The length of the Fellowship will be flexible to accommodate the availability of the successful applicant during the period of October 2026 – October 2027.
Highly motivated and dedicated individuals with a strong desire to advance their capabilities and make the most of emerging opportunities are encouraged to apply.
Who can apply?
- Curatorial, museum, art or culture studies graduates
- All ages can apply
- Only individuals can apply
How to apply
- Please send a CV (of no more than two pages), along with a one-page cover letter detailing what this opportunity would mean for your professional development or career.
- Enquiries and applications to Sarah Avery, Curatorial Administration Officer, phone 7085 1661 and email avery.sarah@artgallery.sa.gov.au
- Applications close Monday 31st August 2026.
The successful applicant will be subject to South Australian Public Sector screening processes.