Art & Business Graduate Trainee (12-Month Programme)

Collections That Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Christie’s Graduate Training Programme in New York offers a 12-month placement designed to build commercial awareness and specialist skills across cataloguing, research, client services, auction coordination and financial administration.

The programme rotates through departments, provides mentorship from senior staff, and exposes participants to live and online auctions while emphasizing client experience and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree by September 2027.
• Blend of Commercial/Business and Art History preferred.
• Passion for art world and strong commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and client-focused mindset.
• Fluent in English; another language preferred.
• Tech-native with interest in digital innovation.
• Collaborative and able to build cross-department networks.
• Enthusiasm and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cataloguing items with accurate descriptions and provenance.
• Conduct thorough research on items, including context, ownership, and market value.
• Collaborate with specialists to verify condition and authenticity.
• Provide exceptional client service in-person and online.
• Assist clients with inquiries regarding auctions, item details and bidding procedures.
• Support the client services team during previews and events.
• Assist with registration of bidders and management of auction paddles.

Skills

Communication

English fluency

Digital literacy

Teamwork

Client focus

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Art world passion

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Commercial/Business & Art History background

Job description

Christie’s Graduate Training Programme in New York offers a 12-month placement designed to build commercial awareness and specialist skills across cataloguing, research, client services, auction coordination and financial administration.

The programme rotates through departments, provides mentorship from senior staff, and exposes participants to live and online auctions while emphasizing client experience and cross-functional collaboration.