Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Curatorial Fellowship

Opportunity type: Fellowship

For: Curators

Deadline: 31/12/25

Rewards: €10,000 + travel + exhibition + more

Location Eligibility: Worldwide


About this opportunity

The Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation is seeking a mid-career curator to undertake a two-year Curatorial Fellowship (spring 2026 – spring 2028) focused on developing a thematic exhibition from the Art Collection Deutsche Börse. The fellow will research and co-curate the exhibition, propose new acquisitions, and contribute to expanding the collection’s scope and representation. The fellowship combines research, curatorial development, public engagement, and collaborative exhibition-making with the Foundation’s curatorial team.

Rewards

  • €10,000 stipend for the two-year fellowship.
  • Full coverage of travel costs for site visits, exhibition installation, and opening.
  • Opportunity to co-curate a thematic exhibition at the Foundation’s premises in Eschborn and an additional European institution.
  • Engage extensively with the Foundation’s collection and contribute acquisition proposals.
  • Professional mentorship, direct access to institutional archives, and experience in collection development.
  • Opportunities for public engagement, writing, and dissemination of research.

Eligibility

  • Mid-career curator with at least 4 years of professional experience in curating contemporary photography exhibitions.
  • Strong conceptual thinking and ability to develop thematic curatorial frameworks.
  • Flexibility to work remotely and travel occasionally (2–4 short visits per year).
  • Fluent in English.
  • Open to applicants regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

Entry Fee

Free

How to Apply 

Apply using the link: Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Curatorial Fellowship

All questions regarding this award should be sent to foundation@deutsche-boerse.com

Deadline

Dec 31 2025

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