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Internship Spotlight

Includes: SebastianCharles Auctions, Lumen, Sotheby’s, and Katun

This week's spotlights include: SebastianCharles Auctions, Lumen, Sotheby’s, and Katun


Job Title: Product Photography

Organization Name: SebastianCharles Auctions

Wage/Salary: $15-20/hr

Opportunity Summary: As a product photographer, you will be responsible for capturing high-quality images of our auction items for use on our website, online store, and marketing materials. You’ll be working with a diverse range of products, including art, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles. This is a fantastic opportunity for students looking to gain real-world experience while working in a flexible and dynamic environment.

  • Photographing a variety of products with attention to detail and consistency.
  • Ensuring that all images are properly lit, focused, and aesthetically pleasing.
  • Editing and preparing images for web and print use.
  • Collaborating with our auction team to meet deadlines for upcoming auctions.

For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.


Job Title: Video Editor Intern

Organization Name: Lumen

Wage/Salary: $22-35/hr

Opportunity Summary: We are seeking a creative and motivated Video Editing Intern to join our team. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in video editing and post-production. You will work closely with our experienced editors and production team to help bring our projects to life. 

Applicants must have a working knowledge and a general understanding of the video production pipeline, visual theory, industry standard techniques, technologies, equipment capabilities and software (Adobe CC). Successful applicants will be responsible for creative services including pre-production design, production/animation, and post-production video edit, and motion graphics support.

APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSES END OF OCTOBER

For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.


Job Title: Sotheby's 2025 Summer Intern Program - New York

Organization Name: Sotheby’s

Wage/Salary: $20-22/hr

Opportunity Summary: At Sotheby’s, we strive to build an organization that is diverse in experience and background. One way we demonstrate this commitment is through Sotheby’s Summer Internship Grant, which is an integral part of our recruiting efforts for college juniors and helps to attract candidates from all over the U.S.. Once you begin the application process for our 2025 Summer Intern Program (New York), you will have the opportunity to apply for the Grant. The Sotheby’s Summer Internship Grant is awarded to students who embody our Business Values; if selected as a recipient, you will receive a one-time financial payment of $2,000 prior to the program start date. We encourage students of all majors and disciplines to apply.

  • Onsite, paid full-time 10-week program, Monday, June 2 – Friday, August 8, 2025
  • Experience the culture and atmosphere of Sotheby’s by taking on responsibilities of Full-Time employees, working on a variety of projects and making meaningful contributions
  • Learn from our leaders about our culture as well as the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of Sotheby’s through ongoing Speaker Series
  • Gain on-the-job training by working alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects throughout the program
  • Exchange ideas and network with peers, mentors and senior managers through team-building sessions, museum tours and other organized events
  • Innovate with peers through a final Capstone project; interns will have the opportunity to present to executives during the final week of the program

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 1, 2025 at 11:59PM EST

For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting


Job Title: Creative Intern

Organization Name: Katun

Wage/Salary: $20-24/hr

Opportunity Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Project Assistant Intern to support our Marketing team. In this role, you will play a key role in providing administrative assistance to our Marketing Communications Manager and marketing communications team, ensuring the smooth operation of marketing initiatives.

  • Assist in the creation of design concepts and assets for various marketing materials, including social media graphics, website banners, and email campaigns
  • Collaborate with the creative team to brainstorm and develop new ideas for various projects and marketing initiatives.
  • Support the global corporate website through landing page design, content development and graphic design.
  • Help maintain and organize our digital asset library
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in design and creative marketing

For a full description of this opportunity and/or to apply, go to the job posting.


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Posted: 
Tuesday, October 15