About the role#
David Zwirner is seeking a Sales Intern for our Tribeca location. This role provides hands-on experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery. You will support our Sales Team and Front Desk operations while gaining exposure to the gallery's exhibition program and administrative workflows.
What you'll do#
- Provide administrative and project support to the Front Desk and the larger Sales Team.
- Assist with gallery openings and special events.
- Act as a gallery attendant to monitor the security and presentation of artwork.
- Answer questions from the public regarding current exhibitions and gallery programming.
- Manage the shipping, receiving, and distribution of mail and packages for the Tribeca office.
- Prepare materials for client viewings and assist with client book mailings.
- Update and maintain internal resource documents.
- Restock supplies and ensure workstations remain tidy and organized.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in the arts or the creative sector.
- A personable, focused, and hardworking approach to tasks.
- Exceptional organizational skills and a strong sense of time management.
- A detail-oriented eye for maintaining an efficient and orderly office space.
- A positive, helpful, and team-oriented attitude.
- A willingness to learn about the art world and its marketing practices.
- You must be a resident of New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY (Tribeca).
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through March).
- Modality: On-site, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
- Compensation: This is a paid position at $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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