Christie's Summer Intern

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Complete general departmental administrative tasks as assigned by the line manager.
• Keep data current in Christie’s internal systems.
• Assist specialists with provenance research and manage the department library and consignor files.
• Respond to client inquiries for condition reports, images, and fact sheets.
• Research works for upcoming sales using Christie’s onsite libraries, New York City public libraries, auction databases, and other online sources.
• Assist Junior Specialists with cataloguing and condition checks for consigned property.
• Support the preparation of proposals.
• Attend “hilling” sessions, where specialists review works and share their knowledge.
• Assist with auction-preview installations, including compiling, printing, and mounting lot cards for each work.
• Support Analysts with client research, Artnet searches, competitive-sales spreadsheets, and catalogue research for object intelligence.
• Assist with writing copy and editing images for social media posts.
• Review the shipping queue daily, check payment, and facilitate the timely, compliant release of shipments.

Qualifications

• Be a rising junior or senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in the US at the time of application, with a graduation date between June 2028 and June 2029.
• Be able and willing to complete the entire program.
• Have a passion for fine art, luxury, and the auction industry.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and the ability to contribute ideas in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Education

Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in the US as a rising junior or senior, with a graduation date between June 2028 and June 2029.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is USD 22 per hour.

Benefits

Paid internship; gallery tours, team-building activities, organized events, and networking opportunities.

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.

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