Volunteer Gallery Assistants 2025
Location: Galway, Ireland
Duration: 23 October – 23 November 2025
Commitment: Regular availability during the festival period
Apply to: volunteer@tulca.ie
Deadline: 30 September 2025
About the Role
Alongside our wider volunteer programme, TULCA offers up to four dedicated Volunteer Gallery Assistant roles. These positions are designed for those seeking a more involved volunteer experience of the festival. These roles are entirely voluntary and do not constitute employment.
What’s Involved
Depending on availability and interests, Volunteer Gallery Assistants may:
Support the daily running of exhibition venues (welcoming visitors, tracking attendance).
Assist with exhibition supervision and maintenance.
Help with the organisation of openings and programmed festival events.
Take part in group discussions and evaluation sessions with the team.
What You’ll Gain
A deeper learning experience within a contemporary art festival.
Opportunities to connect with artists, curators, and arts professionals.
An expanded understanding of exhibition and event production.
References from the festival team for future opportunities (on request).
Who We’re Looking For
People with an interest in contemporary visual culture.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliability, adaptability, and a collaborative approach.
Must be based in Galway or able to travel to venues regularly.
Fluent in English (essential)
Time Commitment
We encourage a regular presence throughout the festival period (approx. 3–4 shifts per week, flexible). Opportunities to observe and participate in installation and preparation activities allows these volunteers to gain experience during installation and pre-festival activities, before the wider volunteer team begins.
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and CV (max. 2 pages) as a single PDF to volunteer@tulca.ie with the subject line: Volunteer Gallery Assistant Application 2025
Deadline: 30 September 2025
Informal interviews will take place in early October (online or in Galway)
TULCA Festival of Visual Arts
Strange lands still bear common ground
Curated by Beulah Ezeugo
7-23 November 2025
Galway, Ireland
www.tulca.ie
Photo: Mary McGraw