About the role#
This paid summer internship offers an opportunity to gain experience at an auction house. You will work on-site at our Rockefeller Center offices in New York for 10 weeks, from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027. This is a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Handle general department administrative tasks and keep internal data systems updated.
- Assist specialists with provenance research, manage the department library, and maintain consignor files.
- Respond to client inquiries regarding condition reports, images, and fact sheets.
- Research works for upcoming sales using onsite libraries, public libraries, and auction databases.
- Support Junior Specialists with cataloguing, condition checks, and the proposal preparation process.
- Attend hilling sessions to learn from specialists.
- Assist with auction preview installations, including printing and mounting lot cards.
- Support Analysts with client research, Artnet searches, and compiling spreadsheets of competitive sales.
- Write copy and edit images for social media posts.
- Review the daily shipping queue, verify payments, and facilitate the release of shipments.
What you'll need#
- You must be a rising Junior or Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in the US with a graduation date between June 2028 and June 2029.
- Ability to commit to and complete the full duration of the program.
- A genuine interest in fine art, luxury, and the auction industry.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
- Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to share ideas in a collaborative setting.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $22.00 per hour.
- Sponsorship: We do not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Christie's
Christie's operates as an art and luxury business. It conducts live and online auctions alongside private sales for clients. The firm offers services including art appraisal, financing, and real estate. It maintains a presence in 46 countries with major sales hubs in cities like London, New York, and Hong Kong. The company employs roughly 3,000 people.
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