Established in 1914, Gurr Johns is an independent art appraisal and advisory firm with specialist expertise in fine art, furniture, jewelry, wine, collectibles and memorabilia. Gurr Johns is known for its expertise, protection of client confidentiality, objectivity and impartiality, and professional integrity. Gurr Johns has served private clients, the insurance industry and legal and financial professionals for over one hundred years. With offices in London, New York, Palm Beach, Los Angeles, and Paris, Gurr Johns is positioned to serve clients across the globe. In the United States we are recommended by the Appraisers Association of America ("AAA") and all our appraisals conform to IRS regulations and the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice ("USPAP").

Job Description:

• Learning and utilizing cataloging techniques according to Gurr Johns internal standards

• Assisting our team of Fine Art and Decorative Arts Specialists with research, fact-checking, and data entry, including retrieving literature from NYC libraries on a regular basis

• Learning art valuation methodology

• Assisting with the brokerage department

Qualifications and Necessary Skills:

•Must be currently enrolled in a four year university or graduate school

•Experienced in research

•Organized with strong attention to detail

•Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

•Ability to multi-task within a professional, fast-paced office environment

•Energetic

•Punctual

•A desire to learn about art business, appraisal, and advisory

•Ability to work independently

Internships will run from January through May 2025, with a required minimum of 2 days per week, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. This role is in person in our New York office.

Compensation

Academic credit offered and/or educational experience to further career goals.

Application Instructions / Public Contact Information

Please send a resume and cover letter to Jocelyn Campo at jcampo@gurrjohns.com and Anna Crowley at acrowley@gurrjohns.com.

Gurr Johns jobs

Appraisal / Advisory Internship, Spring 2025