About the role#
David Zwirner is seeking a Research & Exhibitions Intern to join the Research team. This role supports the gallery’s exhibition projects, artist documentation, and library management. This is a paid position for individuals with a strong interest in art research, writing, and curatorial practice.
What you'll do#
- Catalogue and document provenance for gallery inventory, including library and archival research.
- Conduct independent research using catalogues and online resources to compile lists of comparable works.
- Assist the team with research-intensive exhibition projects.
- Research and write brief contextual texts regarding selected artists and artworks.
- Gather checklists for external exhibitions that feature gallery artists.
- Build and update CVs and narrative biographies for artists.
- Support the general management of the gallery reference libraries, including registering new books, scanning texts, and maintaining collections.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in art research, writing, editing, and curatorial practice.
- Knowledge of twentieth-century and contemporary art.
- Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to multitask across a variety of assignments.
- A detail-oriented approach and strong time-management skills.
- Graduate degrees in art history or related fields are preferred, as is direct experience in gallery, museum, or contemporary art research.
- You must be a resident of NY, NJ, or CT to apply.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 10 AM to 6 PM, 3 to 5 days per week.
- Duration: This role runs through December 19, 2026, with a minimum commitment of approximately 3 months.
- Compensation: $17 per hour.
About David Zwirner
David Zwirner is a contemporary art gallery that represents over seventy artists and estates. It operates locations in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Hong Kong. The gallery manages both primary and secondary art markets. It maintains a long-term focus on an international group of artists.
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