Internship at the German Film Academy

Join the German Film Academy as an intern from January to March 2027! If you are passionate about film and interested in learning how major cultural events like the German Film Prize are organized, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Organization:
The German Film Academy has approximately 2,500 members who have been deciding the winners of the German Film Prize since 2005. Members come from all artistic professions in German cinema. As a central and independent forum, the academy strives to give German film the status it deserves nationally and internationally.

Your Responsibilities:
- General office tasks (telephone, reception, purchasing, guest hospitality, etc.)
- Support for the selection process of the German Film Prize 2027
- Assistance with various projects and event organization
- Support in preparing and conducting video and podcast productions, as well as work in social media and online editorial
- Collaboration in accounting and bookkeeping

Your Profile:
- You are reliable and work in a structured manner
- You enjoy working as part of a team
- You are flexible with your time and willing to work at evening events and weekends
- You are spontaneous and remain calm under stress
- You have basic knowledge of MS Office and macOS

What We Offer:
- Monthly compensation of €538 for a 35-hour week
- 7.5 days of vacation during the internship period
- Regulated compensation for overtime
- Weekly yoga classes in the office
- Access to various events of the German Film Academy

The German Film Academy promotes a diverse work environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute actively. We encourage applications from BIPoC, LGBTQIA+, and people with experiences of marginalization. We stand against discrimination and racism and advocate for a diverse film and cultural industry.

Please note: Our office spaces are not fully accessible.

Application Process:
- Application deadline: November 1, 2026
- Interview dates in Berlin (in-person): November 6 and 10, 2026 (as available)
- Decision: End of November 2026

Formal Requirements:
- You are completing this internship voluntarily as preparation for your studies, or you are enrolled as a student at a German university or university of applied sciences

To apply, send your CV and motivation letter to Susanne Blaschke (Office Manager) at blaschke@deutsche-filmakademie.de by November 1, 2026.