Communications Intern

David Zwirner • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

David Zwirner New York’s Communications team is seeking a motivated intern to support its day-to-day operations. The role offers hands-on experience at an internationally recognized gallery committed to advancing its artists, exhibitions, and publishing arm, David Zwirner Books, within the broader contemporary cultural landscape. The intern will assist with daily workflows, including updating media reports, assembling press materials, providing administrative support, and helping manage the gallery’s print and digital press archives. The position also offers opportunities to collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Research, and to participate in day-to-day and long-term projects. A core responsibility is helping complete a biweekly internal press coverage report circulated to teams across the gallery.

The Winter/Spring internship runs from January through April. The schedule is 10 AM–6 PM, five days a week, with a requested commitment of three months. Interns are paid New York City minimum wage of $17 per hour. Applicants must reside in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut. Lodging and commuting expenses are not provided. Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.

Requirements

• Strong interest in contemporary art and the broader creative landscape.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage the timing of personal tasks and projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong time-management abilities.
• Must be a resident of New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut.
• Commitment of three months.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Mac, Photoshop, Excel, and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, track, and clip daily media coverage for gallery artists and estates.
• Support the production of internal and external media reports, including a biweekly internal press coverage report.
• Assist with creating and updating press materials and assets.
• Research, expand, and maintain the gallery’s media contact database.
• Help manage the gallery’s print and digital press archive through organizational and research-based projects.
• Maintain awareness of arts, culture, and media trends relevant to the gallery and its roster.
• Provide administrative support and assist with the Communications team’s day-to-day workflows.
• Collaborate with departments across the gallery, including Sales, Marketing, and Research.

Benefits

• Paid at New York City minimum wage of $17 per hour.
• Hands-on experience and exposure to the work of an internationally recognized gallery and its Communications team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed