Our Programmes
Benefits
What’s in it for you?
- An opportunity for professional development: participate in hands-on museum work and practices, particularly in the curatorial development of the National Art Gallery Singapore.
- An opportunity to network: establish professional and personal ties with Southeast Asia counterparts, and Singaporeans in the arts and culture sector.
- An opportunity to experience Singapore: gain insights into the arts scene and its development in Singapore and Southeast Asia; as well as develop a better understanding of the socio-cultural facets of Singapore’s society.
What will associates be provided with?
- 10-week work attachment at the National Art Gallery Singapore;
- Return economy class air passage;
- Accommodation for the duration of the programme;
- Living allowance.
Eligibility
Who’s eligible to be an SIF Art Associate?
- A Southeast Asian national;
- Belong to one of the following professions: curators, museum and gallery professionals, artists, art scholars and art academics;
- Have working knowledge of both spoken and written English;
- Possess postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field, or at least five years of relevant working experience;
- Possess good understanding and knowledge of the art history and contemporary art scene of at least one Southeast Asian country;
- Have an avid interest in regional and international art historical developments, trends and methodologies.
About Us
The Singapore International Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 1991. Its mission is to build a better world through shared ideas, skills and experiences, so as to uplift lives and create greater understanding between Singaporeans and world communities. Read more about SIF…
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