Christie's Logistics & Gallery Operations Assistant

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Compensation
€900/month
Posted
Sep 30, 2026

About Christie's

Founded in London in 1766 by James Christie, Christie’s is a leading international auction house whose heritage spans fine art, decorative arts, jewellery and exceptional collectibles. Through auctions, private sales and digital platforms, it connects collectors with remarkable objects and the expertise that brings their histories to life. As an employer, Christie’s offers career paths across specialist departments, client services, marketing, technology and operations within a global, culturally rich environment. Its work calls for intellectual curiosity, discretion and meticulous attention to detail, appealing to professionals who value scholarship, commercial acumen and the exacting standards of the international art and luxury markets.

Christie's Paris seeks a Logistics & Gallery Operations Intern for 6 months (Jan–Jun 2027); €900/month plus benefits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support exhibition setup by preparing lot distribution files, coordinating pre-exhibition vendor orders, managing on-site logistics, and overseeing lot labeling
  • Contribute to sales calendar management by creating and managing sales records in the ERP system, publishing sales online, and updating tracking documentation
  • Handle administrative follow-up including purchase orders and supplier relationship management
  • Track and maintain inventory of all scenographic elements, artwork crates, and related assets
  • Provide general support to the Logistics & Gallery Operations department across various projects

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in or recently completed M1/M2 studies in business school or equivalent
  • Prior internship or work experience required
  • Fluent and native-level French proficiency
  • Advanced English proficiency
  • Expert-level command of Windows and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Skills

Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Suite Windows operating systems ERP system navigation Vendor coordination Inventory management Logistics planning

Experience

Prior internship or extended work experience in a professional setting

Education

Currently enrolled in M1/M2 studies at a business school or equivalent program

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 900 per month.

Benefits

Monthly stipend of €900 gross; meal vouchers worth €10 per day (€5 subsidized by Christie's); reimbursement of transportation costs up to 50%

Culture

Christie’s workplace culture centres on specialist expertise, intellectual curiosity and a shared appreciation for art and exceptional objects, with discretion and attentive client service shaping its professional environment. Its international auction business brings together specialists and colleagues across disciplines, combining a distinguished heritage with an evolving approach to digital engagement and the global art market.

About Cerulean

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Christie's

Christie's Logistics & Gallery Operations Assistant

Paris, France

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