Gallery Assistant Internship

Main Duties

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update artist records, portfolios, and exhibition archives across internal systems and databases (including Artlogic).
• Assist in updating the gallery website, newsletters, and social media platforms with exhibition and artist content.
• Help manage artist communications, image requests, and general correspondence.
• Support the curatorial and gallery team in preparing and coordinating exhibitions, events, and installations.
• Assist in discovering and researching new artists for future exhibitions and collaborations.
• Contribute ideas and support the development of artist engagement and community programs — both in-gallery and online.
• Participate in day-to-day gallery operations, including exhibition openings, visitor engagement, and administrative support.

What will the internship offer the student and what will they learn while they are with you? E.g. skills they could learn/develop and experience they could gain.

About the Internship

Silian Gallery, based on King’s Road in Chelsea, is part of Silian Art & Design — an art consultancy and gallery platform connecting people and places through culture and creativity. Our gallery is dedicated to discovering and nurturing artists whose work reframes everyday experience and encourages dialogue between art, design, and life.

This internship offers hands-on experience in the daily operations of a contemporary art gallery. Working closely with the director, you’ll develop skills in administration, communications, and exhibition coordination, while gaining insight into how artists, galleries, and clients collaborate.

We’re looking for organised, detail-oriented individuals with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in art and design. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is essential, and familiarity with Artlogic, Adobe Creative Suite, or social media management is an advantage.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.