MA Programmes Intern

Contract: Fixed-term, paid internship, from 7 th September – 18 th December 2026 inclusive (15 weeks). Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Location:Sotheby’s Institute of Art, 30 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3EE

Reports to:MA Programme Senior Coordinator

Salary:£14.80 per hour (London Living Wage). This equates to £7,770 for 15 weeks and a salary of £26,936 per annum.

Sotheby’s Institute of Art is owned by Edconic, an organisation that partners with prestigious companies to deliver relevant, experiential learning programs taught by industry experts from the world’s best brands . As well as Sotheby’s Institute of Art, The Edconic portfolio currently includes The School of The New York Times, Vogue College of Fashion, Manchester City Sports Business School and WIRED Education.

We are seeking a motivated and curious individual looking to gain practical experience within a specialist higher education environment. The internship offers structured exposure to postgraduate programme administration within a world-leading arts education setting. The intern will be part of the MA Programmes administrative team, led by the MA Programme Senior Coordinators and consisting of one other Programme Coordinator and a Study Trips Coordinator.

The internship is a developmental opportunity, providing hands-on experience of programme coordination, student engagement, academic administration and events support within a small, close-knit MA Programme team.

The intern will gain insight into the operational delivery of Master’s programmes in art and luxury business, working closely with academics, professional services staff and students. The intern will work under the supervision of the MA Programme Senior Coordinators and will receive ongoing guidance and feedback throughout the internship. They will be supported to build confidence, professional communication skills and an understanding of administration processes within a specialist higher education institution.

The intern will also have the opportunity to accompany students on visits to auction houses, galleries and museums in London as well as industry events to broaden their understanding of the art and luxury sectors.

This internship is designed to provide practical, hands-on experience within a specialist arts education environment:

• Develop and build skills in postgraduate programme administration, including an understanding of how academic activity is organised and delivered.
• Gain exposure to the operational delivery of Master’s programmes, developing an understanding of the day-to-day academic processes
• Develop professional communication skills, drafting and formatting communications for students and faculty.
• Observe and contribute to student events, gaining insight into how programme teams support the overall postgraduate student experience.

The intern will receive structured support, including weekly in-person check-ins with their line manager who will also act as a mentor. Training in key tasks, supervision and guidance will be provided throughout the placement.

• Provide administrative support to the MA Programme team with the day-to-day delivery of the MA Programmes. Responsibilities include but not limited to drafting communications to guest lecturers, assisting with room bookings and classroom preparation, supporting the maintenance of student attendance systems, preparing letters for students, and monitoring shared communication channels (e.g. Canvas) and escalating queries appropriately.
• Support the Senior Coordinators with the administrative coordination of Art Futures and 3 rd Semester units.
• Support the Senior Coordinators & Coordinators with the preparation of…