Venice Internship 2025 Open Call Information Sessions

The National Pavilion UAE – La Biennale di Venezia is now accepting applications for its 2025 Venice Internship program!

To support the open call, the National Pavilion UAE will host two Information Sessions, one in Abu Dhabi and one in Dubai to share more information on how to apply to the Venice Internship program. Each session will include introductions by the Ministry of Culture, the National Pavilion UAE, and a short talk by Venice Internship alumni followed by a Q & A.

Information Sessions will take place on the following dates:

–  22 September, 3pm, Ministry of Culture Offices, Dubai Design District, Building 3- floor 06, Dubai
–  6 October, 3pm, at M39, Abu Dhabi

The National Pavilion UAE – La Biennale di Venezia’s “Venice Internship” provides an exciting opportunity for students and young professionals to spend one month in Venice with hands-on experience in overseeing the daily operations of the National Pavilion UAE at the International Art and Architecture exhibitions at La Biennale di Venezia, one of the most prestigious cultural events in the world.

The program is open to Emiratis and long-term residents of the UAE aged 21 and above, with an interest or background in arts, architecture, diplomacy, international relations or representing the UAE on a significant global platform.

This event is free of charge and registration is recommended.

About National Pavilion UAE – La Biennale di Venezia:

The National Pavilion UAE – La Biennale di Venezia is an independent non-profit organization; it was established to endorse the UAE’s contemporary art practices on an international platform and provide a foundation to support the nation’s diverse and developing cultural scene. The National Pavilion UAE is commissioned by the Salama bint Hamdan Al Nahyan Foundation and supported by the UAE Ministry of Culture.

To read more about the National Pavilion UAE click here
To read more about the Venice Internship Program, click here