Art History

Updated 9/5/2024 by S. Smutny

The Jewish Museum

1109 5th Ave at 92nd St
New York, NY 10128 

212.423.3200

https://thejewishmuseum.org/careers/position-information/academic-year-internships2024

The Jewish Museum is looking for undergraduate or graduate students in the NYC area interested in participating in the Museum’s Academic Year Internships, which will be held in a hybrid capacity.

This program is perfect for anyone that wants to learn how museums and other cultural organizations are adapting to our current reality of institutional reckoning and social change and explore the future of museum work with a group of their peers. The job description can be found on the link above, as well as on Handshake. The Jewish Museum's Internship Program provides an opportunity to participate in the day-to-day operations of one of New York City's leading museums of art and culture.

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00

To apply, send resume, cover letter, and internship application to interns@thejm.org. Make sure to save your completed internship application PDF before sending.

All interns must have valid U.S. work authorization.

On the internship application form under "type of internship sought," please indicate to which department position you are applying:

Departments:

• Access: As a member of the Education team, work on accessibility initiatives across the institution, and assist with programs for visitors who are blind or have low vision, who are Deaf, who have memory loss, or who have learning or developmental disabilities.
• Curatorial: Research specific topics in art; organize visual material; create and maintain checklists and exhibition documents/presentations; assist with generation and editing of exhibition texts.
• Design: Help design print and digital assets and prepare design files for production as part of the Creative Services Department. (Design candidates must submit include a portfolio with their application.)
• Digital Content and Communications: Working alongside a dynamic and cross-functional team whose scope encompasses marketing, social media, and press, the intern will create outreach strategies to support awareness among target audiences for the Jewish Museum’s exhibitions and public programs

Updated 10/31/2024 by S. Smutny

Christie's New York

20 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10020
Tel: +1 212 636 2000

Summer 2025: Deadline December 31, 2024
Internship Dates: June 9, 2025 – August 8, 2025

How to apply

Candidates can apply here for our Internships. Unfortunately, applications received by other mediums cannot be accepted. We review all formal application submissions, and successful applicants will be invited in for interview. We regret that demand for Internships usually exceeds availability of places on the scheme.

The posted salary range does not include discretionary bonus compensation and overtime pay.

Compensation Range
Hourly: $22.00 - $22.00

Positions in auction house expert and support departments. For rising juniors and senior undergraduate students.

The programme

Application link

Christie’s New York offers Internships in summer.

The Summer Internship runs for a period of ten weeks, from June to August. By allowing Interns to immerse themselves in the practical operations of the company, both Internships provide an insight into Christie’s work and its role within the art world.

We also offer Internship opportunities throughout the year in a selection of our regional offices: Los Angeles, San Francisco and Chicago. Please note that these Internships are not part of our summer session, they are recruited separately, and openings can be found here when available.

The Summer, and Regional Internships are paid programmes. Unfortunately we are unable to reimburse travel, housing or other expenses.

Christie’s, the world’s largest art business, is an incredibly exciting and enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work in one of our Specialist Art Departments or in one of our operational teams, we all share a common goal: to continue the success of this 250-year-old company, steeped in history, while bringing fresh ideas and upholding our shared values of Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Responsibility, and Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about their work, and it is inspiring to collaborate with industry leaders across our business.

Why This Role Matters

Next summer, you have the opportunity to join our team in New York as we continue to serve as stewards of fine art and luxury. This paid internship offers a dynamic environment where you can share your ideas and creativity, build lasting mentor-mentee relationships, and explore various career paths at a leading auction house.

As a summer intern, you will gain valuable work experience while enjoying gallery tours, team-building activities, organized events, networking opportunities, and more. Whether you work within our Specialist Departments or operational functions, you will be inspired by a culture that promotes collaboration and excellence at the intersection of art, culture, and commerce.

This position requires a commitment of 40 hours per week for nine weeks. The internship will be onsite at our Rockefeller Center offices.

Internship Dates: June 9, 2025 – August 8, 2025

Join us and become part of a legacy that shapes the future of art and inspires new generations of art enthusiasts.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Perform general department administrative tasks as assigned by your line manager.
• Keep all data up to date in Christie’s internal systems.
• Assist specialists with provenance research, managing the department library, and maintaining consignor files.
• Respond to client inquiries regarding condition reports, images, and fact sheets.
• Research works for upcoming sales, including traditional research using Christie’s onsite libraries, public libraries in New York City, and online research through auction databases and other internet sources.
• Assist Junior Specialists with cataloging and condition checks for consigned property.
• Support the proposal preparation process.
• Attend "hilling" sessions, where specialists review works and share their knowledge.
• Assist with installations for auction previews, including compiling, printing, and mounting lot cards for each work.
• Support analysts with client research, including Artnet searches, compiling competitive sales spreadsheets, and catalog research for object intelligence.
• Contribute to social media posts by writing copy and editing images.
• Review the shipping queue daily, checking for payment and facilitating the timely and compliant release of shipments.

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• Rising Junior or Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in the U.S. at the time of application (graduation date between June 2026 and June 2027).
• Must be able to participate and commit to completing the entirety of the program.
• A passion for fine art, luxury, and the auction industry.
• Strong organization skills with high level of attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including superior written and spoken communication.
• Intellectual curiosity and the ability to contribute ideas in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Christie’s believes that experience is best gained through practical involvement in the activities of our departments. Interns will be asked to undertake a variety of tasks and projects throughout their time at Christie’s and these vary depending on the department's needs and where they are in their sale cycle.

Tasks may include (but are not limited to):

• Archiving
• Catalogue notes
• Research on specific works of art, artists, museums, etc.
• Managing libraries
• Working with the galleries for exhibition set up
• Client service
• Administrative duties
• Specific projects as assigned by manager
• Content creation for social media
• Translation

Finer details

Summer Internship are full-time, paid positions with a limited number of part-time opportunities. The standard hours worked by Christie's New York are 9am to 5pm (Monday to Friday). Some regions may vary according to their business needs. As many of Christie's most exciting events and activities such as major sales and functions take place in the evenings and during weekends, we strongly recommend that Interns become involved in these events, if possible, by taking an active role in their organisation. Part-time hours will need to be discussed, and agreed upon, during the interview process.

Eligibility

We undertake a selection process based on formal criteria, the application form and an interview.

Examples of the key criteria include:

• Summer Internships are only available for rising junior and senior undergraduate students. International students enrolled in a US-based school are eligible to apply for the Internship.
• Applications are open for undergraduates as well as graduate-level students.
• International students applying to the programme must have a valid CPT/OPT as Christie’s cannot sponsor Internships.
• Candidates should be available for the entire duration of the programme.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Team player and proactive.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a verification process.

Choice of department

• Proposals
• Museum Services
• Trusts, Estates and Appraisals
• Decorative Arts
• Books & Manuscripts
• Luxury (Jewellery, Handbags, Watches and Wine)
• Legal
• Old Masters
• Post-War and Contemporary Art
• Impressionist and Modern Art
• Asian Art
• Client Strategy
• Client Advisory
• Photographs
• Prints and Multiples
• Special Events
• American Art
• Marketing
• Art Finance
• Design

Please note that the current list of departments is subject to change and we can't guarantee that you will be offered your preferred department.

 About

Christie’s, Inc. is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, Christie’s, Inc. ensures equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, or medical disability, veteran status, or liability for service in the United States Armed Forces.

Updated 10/31/2024 by S. Smutny

Sotheby's New York

1334 York Avenue
New York, NY, 10021

2025 Summer Intern Program (New York)
https://boards.greenhouse.io/sothebys/jobs/5317053004

Deadline, January 1, 2025 at 11:59PM

Positions in auction house expert and support departments. When applying, select 3 departments from list (scroll down on the application form)

Qualifications, Skills & Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree with a graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026
• A strong academic record with a minimum 3.2 GPA 
• Adaptive, multi-tasker with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and demonstrated leadership skills
• A curiosity and passion for the fine art or luxury markets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to complete the entirety of the onsite 10-week program

Updated 1/23/2024

Whitney Museum of American Art

99 Gansevoort St.
New York, NY 10014

Summer 2024
June 10-August 9, 2024 (hybrid—nine consecutive weeks, 5 days a week, min 3 days on-site)

Deadline:
March 15, 2024 5:00 pm EDT

HEARST SUMMER INTERNS positions are across all museum operations. Their page has detailed requirements for departmental internships. Scroll down for list of internships and requirements on the website.

2024 Information: The Whitney’s summer internship is a full-time, paid, nine-week session primarily for undergraduate students. The program includes training, direct work experience, professional development, and a weekly speaker series.

The 2024 internship will be hybrid, meaning interns will be expected to work onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. The program will begin on Monday, June 10 and end on Friday, August 9, and participants are expected to be available Monday through Friday for nine consecutive weeks, five days per week. Please review the department descriptions and refer to the list on the application—not all departments will be taking interns for the summer.

Highlights:

• $6,500 stipend for full participation
• Interns are assigned to a specific museum department for the duration
• Weekly speaker series featuring curators and other museum professionals
• Interns are partnered with a mentor
• Free admission to most New York City museums, regular employee discounts at the Museum restaurants and retail store as well as invitations to exhibition openings

Qualifications:

• Priority consideration is given to rising juniors and seniors at accredited undergraduate programs
• Students must have completed two years of academic course work by the time the internship program begins. Rising juniors, seniors and graduating seniors will be considered.
• Certain positions may require graduate-level training and/or professional experience, noted in the department descriptions.

Application Link: https://whitneymuseumofamericanart.applytojob.com/apply/6axw8suh3X/2024-Summer-Internship