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Summary
Sotheby’s, the oldest and largest internationally recognized firm of fine art auctioneers in the world, has been uniting collectors with world-class works of art since 1744. We will be offering exceptional undergraduate students the opportunity to participate in a unique 10-week paid Summer Internship Program.
Sotheby’s Summer Internship Program provides practical training experience to students interested in pursuing a career in the fine art and auction world. Internships are available across various business areas and interns will work within a specific department based on their academic interests and professional goals. Over the course of the summer program, Sotheby’s interns will experience the inner workings of a world-renowned auction house, see great rarities and discover potential industry career opportunities. In addition, interns will gain exposure to the business through hands-on learning, mentorship, team projects and so much more.
Sotheby’s Summer Internship Departments
- Business Development: Client Strategy
- Business Development: Collection Sale Management
- Business Development: Fiduciary Client Group (FCG)
- Business Development: Museum and Corporate Art Group
- Business Development: Valuations
- Corporate: Communications
- Corporate: Content
- Corporate: Editorial
- Corporate: Marketing
- Corporate: Marketing – Media
- Corporate: Proposals
- Corporate: Social Media
- Finance: Sotheby’s Financial Services
- Global Fine Art: American Art
- Global Fine Art: Americana
- Global Fine Art: Chinese Works of Art
- Global Fine Art: Contemporary Art
- Global Fine Art: Design
- Global Fine Art: European Furniture
- Global Fine Art: European Works of Art
- Global Fine Art: Impressionist & Modern
- Global Fine Art: Indian & South East Asian Art and African & Oceanic
- Global Fine Art: Latin American Art
- Global Fine Art: Old Masters
- Global Fine Art: Photographs
- Global Fine Art: Prints & Multiples
- Global Fine Art: Private Sales
- Global Fine Art: Silver & Ceramics
- Luxury: Marketplace
- Luxury: Music & Popular Culture
- Luxury: Science & Natural History
- Luxury: Sneakers, Sports Memorabilia, & Modern Collectibles
- Luxury: Watches + Clocks
- Luxury: Wine & Spirits
- Luxury: Books & Manuscripts
- Luxury: Handbags & Accessories
- Luxury: Jewelry
- Operations: Supply Chain (focuses on internal supply chain management and sale calendar planning for sales & exhibitions)
- Operations: Client Experience (oversees the in-person and transactional client experience)
- Operations: Procurement (guarantees that Sotheby’s receives the best value for goods and services that are contracted throughout the organization)
- Operations: Real Estate (manages our real estate portfolio; includes leasing, purchasing, daily building operations, and construction related projects)
- Product & Technology: Product Management (work within cross-functional teams to understand, define, and prioritize business problems)
- Product & Technology: Software Development
- Product & Technology: Data Engineering & Business Intelligence
Key Details
Compensation: ~$17/hour or more (estimate based on NYC minimum wage; awaiting answer from HR)
Duration: 10 weeks (June 7–August 13, 2027)
Schedule: FT
Deadline: December 31, 2026 (11:59PM ET)
Eligibility
Qualifications, Skills & Requirements
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028
- A strong academic record with a minimum 3.3 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
Writing Sample(s)
- Please include a 500-word maximum essay answering the following question: What is Sotheby’s role in the global art and luxury market and how do we continue to diversify ourselves as a brand?
- Required: If you are applying to a Global Fine Art department, please choose a work of art, an artist, or an exhibition and write a 500-word maximum essay. This writing sample should be tailored to your first choice GFA department.
About
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.
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