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Location: Remote (with potential for in-person meetings in NYC)
Start Date: August 2026
Commitment: Part-time, approximately 5–10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on availability and academic commitments

About ISE-DA
ISE-DA is an international art advisory dedicated to the cultural stewardship of Black contemporary art across the African diaspora. Through advisory services such as the New Collectors Program and international research initiatives like Temperature Check, spanning the U.S., Brazil, and beyond, ISE-DA advances Black cultural stewardship, supports narrative preservation, and contributes to the global growth of Black patronage.

Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented intern to support ISE-DA’s advisory and research activities. This role is ideal for someone who is deeply curious about the intersections of art, culture, and social impact, and who is eager to gain hands-on experience in the world of art advising. You will work closely with the Founder and advisory team to support client services, artist research, and program execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on artists, collectors, institutions, art fairs, and auctions relevant to ISE-DA’s work

  • Assist in the preparation of client materials, including decks, proposals, and collection summaries

  • Support event planning and execution for collector programs, gallery walkthroughs, and studio visits

  • Maintain and update internal databases, inventory documentation, and digital records

  • Track relevant exhibitions, biennials, and news in the contemporary art world, with a focus on Black artists

  • Participate in select client and partner meetings as needed, and help with post-meeting follow-up

Ideal Candidate

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in art history, African or African diasporic studies, visual studies, museum studies, or a related field

  • Strong research and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize information concisely

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

  • Demonstrated interest in contemporary art, cultural equity, and Black visual culture

  • Familiarity with tools like PowerPoint, Google Workspace, Notion, or Airtable (or willingness to learn)

How to Apply
We will be actively hiring for this role to begin in August 2026, but we welcome early expressions of interest now.

Please email info@iseda.co with your resume and a brief introduction, using the subject line:
"Advisory Intern Application – Fall 2026".

Academic Credit
ISE-DA internships are offered exclusively for academic credit. All applicants must confirm with their college or university that they are eligible to receive credit for the internship. We are happy to coordinate with your advisor or department to provide any documentation needed for approval.

Art Advisory Intern