New York Internship: Sales and Secondary Market

White Cube • New York, NY

22d • Onsite

About The Position

We are delighted to launch our inaugural internship at White Cube New York. Set within one of the world's most dynamic art market contexts, this pathway offers an immersive introduction to the commercial workings of an international gallery, with a particular focus on the Sales and Secondary Market departments. Over eight months, you will develop a nuanced understanding of how works of art move through both primary and secondary channels, gaining direct experience of the relationships, research and processes that underpin a gallery's commercial activity. You will also gain exposure to art fairs such as TEFAF and have the chance to view the Contemporary Auctions. We particularly welcome applications from people who have not yet had the opportunity to work in the art world. While a demonstrable interest and some knowledge of contemporary art and the White Cube programme are essential, we do not expect you to have an existing network - this internship has been developed to help you build one.

Requirements

• Demonstrable interest and some knowledge of contemporary art and the White Cube programme are essential.

Nice To Haves

• Applications from people who have not yet had the opportunity to work in the art world are particularly welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support the Secondary Market department by conducting in-depth object and market research, compiling exhibition histories and provenance documentation, tracking auction results, and contributing to the preparation of sales presentations and proposals.
• Work closely with the Sales team to assist with client research, prepare artwork offer packs and presentation materials, manage sales data, and gain a first-hand understanding of how long-term relationships with collectors are built and maintained.
• Develop familiarity with the New York gallery programme and the wider international art market, building knowledge that contextualises the day-to-day work of both departments.

What This Job Offers

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