Intern Abroad in China - Art Seller Assistant

Program Name: Art Seller Assistant-Intern Abroad in China

Overview: Spanning much of Asia, the People's Republic of China is a huge, highly-populated nation with an influential culture and an incomparable variety of landscapes and natural beauty. Bordering Mongolia, Kazakhstan, and India, one can find both deserts and wetlands, coasts and forests, and in the West, even the edge of the Himalayas. China is home to 1.3 billion people, many of whom reside in huge, bustling metropolises such as Shanghai and Beijing. No matter one's personal tastes, one can find it all in China, whether it be solitude in the misty mountains, relaxation along the sandy shore, or the excitement of  nonstop city action. An internship overseas is the perfect opportunity to experience all of these things.

A remarkable country with an exceptionally lengthy history, China has undergone its share of upheavals and political turmoil. The Communist Revolution of 1949 was one such event, and since then China has experienced many radical changes. Although the revolution brought on many hardships, conditions since then have greatly improved. With vast social and economic reform over the decades, China has been able to dramatically enhance the standard of living for its citizens.

Interning abroad delivers a unique cultural experience in a completely novel setting. An internship overseas in China would allow you the opportunity not only to soak in the culture, but to perhaps experience the monumental wonder that is the Great Wall, visit the Forbidden City, bask in the beauty of the countryside, and whatever else strikes your fancy. The possibilities are practically endless. You have the opportunity to shape your internship abroad into the ideal experience.

Internship Description: Art Seller Assistant
Business area: Art Gallery
Location: Beijing

Company Description: This international gallery located in Beijing is home to many unique pieces of contemporary art. Mainly consisting of Chinese and French artwork, it is a diverse collection that includes a wide variety of different styles and concepts. Always looking for fresh ideas, the gallery is now offering a paid internship abroad for the position of Art Seller Assistant. The gallery seeks an enthusiastic individual to participate in the paid internship abroad for 3-6 months, during which time they will perform a variety of tasks and have the opportunity to learn about the current art market.

Key Roles and Responsibilities: As an Art Seller Assistant, the intern will be responsible for many different duties. The intern will greet gallery visitors and offer assistance. The intern will help the gallery prepare for exhibitions, which may entail dismantling the previous exhibition, sorting artwork, and tidying up the gallery. The intern will also handle sales, enquiries, and sponsorship solicitations, distribute press releases, and work with staff to set prices for various pieces of art. Additionally, the intern will work with the Gallery Coordinator to create appropriate signage, graphic displays, special event invitations, and advertisements. This paid internship abroad is a great way to gain experience in the field of artwork sales and learn how to manage various tasks within an art gallery.

Requirements:
-Some experience in art gallery is preferred, but it is more important to be motivated to
learn about the Chinese market and adapt to the Chinese culture, be curious about art, be
open-minded, motivated and independent
-Good level of English (French and Chinese are a plus)
-Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet
-Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills
-Excellent communication, administrative and customer service skills and driving passion
for the arts.

Allowance/Stipend/Salary: ~ 2500RMB and up depending on internship (will be disclosed upon internship placement)

Orientation: A local Intern Coordinator will personally make the acquaintance of every intern upon arrival in China. The Intern Coordinator will assist the intern via personal meetings, and will determine an optimal assignment based on the intern's qualifications, skills, and available time.

Project Start Dates: Open year-round. Internship start date can be determined by an intern

Project Duration and Cost: Duration ranges from 1 month to 12 months. Please contact us for more details.

Requirements:

-At least 18 years old
-Currently enrolled in a university or a recent graduate
-Some previous work experience preferred
-Must be fluent in English
-Must be professional and a hard worker!

What's included in the internship package?

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