Assistant Bureau de la Présidence - Internship

Assistant Bureau de la Présidence - Internship at Christie's

Christie's, the world's leading auction house, has a rich history dating back to James Christie's first sale in London on December 5, 1766. Since then, Christie's has grown and diversified, selling art, paintings, furniture, jewelry, and wine across 46 countries with 10 salesrooms globally. The atmosphere in a Christie's auction room is always electric, with bids escalating rapidly before the final hammer falls – a daily scene witnessed worldwide.

Your Department

Christie's France is seeking a full-time intern for a 6-month period, from early July to late December 2026. Integrated within the Presidency team, you will undertake varied missions that will evolve with the house's projects and current events, offering a unique insight into the luxury art market.

Your Missions

• Conduct research on clients or partners ahead of specific events or projects.
• Prepare the President's future presentations and interventions.
• Assist the President on business getting initiatives, including document preparation, participation in inventories, and potential client contact.
• Liaise effectively with specialists from the Paris office and international teams.
• Provide administrative support to the President's colleague, with whom you will share an office.
• Prepare notes and correspondence for the President.
• Make occasional trips within Paris to collect books or other gifts.
• Provide ad-hoc assistance to the General Manager (internal presentations, travel arrangements, meetings, lunches, etc.).
• Conduct media monitoring for the President and her colleague.
• Occasionally assist the Business Development teams.

What You Can Expect From Us

Joining Christie's means embracing shared values and spreading them across 46 countries and 10 salesrooms globally, encompassing 80 art and luxury specialties. During this internship, you will have the opportunity to be in direct contact with artworks, some of museum quality, and work alongside passionate experts eager to share their knowledge and expertise in the vibrant art market.

Your Profile

Education

You are a student in M1/M2 at a business school or IEP (Institut d'Études Politiques).

Experience

You have prior experience, preferably a long-term internship, and a general knowledge of the art market will be highly appreciated. You are fluent in English and proficient in IT tools.

Your Work Environment

• Stipend: 800 euros gross per month.
• Restaurant tickets: 10 euros per day (5 euros covered by Christie's).
• Transportation costs reimbursement: 50%.
• Internship location: 9 avenue Matignon 75008 Paris.
• Internship agreement: Must be obtained through your academic program for a full-time internship, Monday to Friday.

Key skills/competency

• Administrative Support
• Research and Analysis
• Business Development Assistance
• Client Relationship Management
• Executive Communication
• Event Coordination
• Art Market Knowledge
• Multilingual Fluency (French, English)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Discretion and Confidentiality