Art Fair Intern

At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary markets, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today. 

Who will work well with us:

• The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn.


• We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, and those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply. 

About the Opportunity 

Art Fair Intern

David Zwirner seeks a highly motivated Art Fair Intern at its New York gallery. This role will support the Art Fair team by assisting with the gallery's participation in global art fairs. This position offers hands-on experience with an established gallery dedicated to advancing its artists and programming.

Qualified candidates should be highly personable, organized, motivated, and responsible, with an interest in gaining experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery.

What you’ll do: 

• Assist with making art fair booths and artwork scale models for each fair.


• Create and print wall labels for all works on art fair booths.


• Gather, pack, and unpack office supplies for outgoing and incoming shipments to all art fairs.


• Assist with general maintenance and organization of art fair supplies and materials.


• Ad hoc projects as assigned

What we would like you to have:

• Proficiency in Photoshop


• Experience with Sketchup is a plus.


• The ability to multitask, attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. 


• The ability to exercise diligence and discretion, be extremely organized, and possess a strong sense of time management.


• An interest in contemporary art and the gallery’s program.

The Spring/Summer internship runs from April through June. This position is 2 days a week, 10AM – 6PM, with a flexible schedule. To ensure that our interns have a well-rounded and educational experience, we ask for a commitment of at least 3 months. All interns are paid NYC minimum wage of $17/hour. All candidates must be residents of NY, NJ, or CT. No lodging or commuting expenses will be provided. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Absolutely no calls or walk-ins please.

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance in applying to a role, you may reach out to [email protected]. No calls or walk-ins will be considered for positions at David Zwirner.