Opera Gallery Houston is seeking a motivated, personable, and detail-oriented Gallery Intern to join our team.
This opportunity is ideal for an individual with a background in art history, fine arts, arts administration, or a related field who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in the contemporary and modern art market.
The successful candidate will assist with daily gallery operations, client engagement, exhibitioncoordination, and administrative projects while gaining exposure to the workings of an international art gallery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welcome gallery visitors and provide knowledgeable, professional assistance.
- Engage with collectors, prospective clients, and guests in a polished and approachable manner.
- Support the gallery's art advisors with client correspondence, research, and administrative tasks.
- Assist with artwork inventory, documentation, cataloguing, and database maintenance.
- Support exhibition installations, deinstallations, and artwork logistics.
- Assist with the preparation of artwork presentations, exhibition materials, and client proposals.
- Provide support for gallery events, private viewings, and collector receptions.
- Maintain a welcoming, organized, and professional gallery environment.
- Assist with occasional physical tasks, including the careful movement of exhibition materials and other items, in accordance with gallery handling procedures.
Qualifications for this Role:
- Academic or professional background in art history, fine arts, arts administration, or a related discipline.
- Strong interest in contemporary and modern art and the international art market.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Confident, personable, and comfortable engaging with collectors and high-net-worth individuals.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently when appropriate.
- Professional discretion and an understanding of client confidentiality.
- Previous experience in a gallery, museum, luxury retail, hospitality, or client-facing environment is preferred.
- Ability to assist with occasional physical tasks, with appropriate training, equipment, and assistance.
Schedule & Compensation:
- Location: Opera Gallery Houston, River Oaks District
- Schedule: Approximately 3–4 days per week, including weekend availability.
- Duration: To be confirmed.
- Compensation: Paid internship. Compensation is scheduled for disbursement at the conclusion of the internship agreement, subject to confirmation of applicable payroll requirements.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a résumé and a brief introduction outlining their background, relevant experience, and interest in the position.
Please include your general availability, particularly for weekends.
Application email: [email protected]