About the organization:
The Art Dealers Association of Canada (ADAC) was founded in 1966 as a not-for-profit trade organization, binding together the largest representation of major private commercial galleries in Canada, who in turn represent the country’s leading visual artists, both contemporary and historic. Our office is located in downtown Toronto in the iconic 401 Richmond Building. As Canada’s leading professional arts trade organization, we strive to raise the profile of Canadian Visual Art and Artists, exploring and expanding markets for Canadian Art Dealers and their artists both in Canada and Internationally. Our membership has a unique expertise and knowledge base in an extremely esoteric but profitable sector. We have two full time employees, and work on projects (tours, events, website building, reports) throughout the year.
About the placement:
The ADAC is seeking a student who is interested in working with our Office staff on a variety of projects! This intern will help with creating newsletters, social media posts, and promoting the ADAC brand throughout the city. In addition to these tasks, the intern may also be asked to contribute to our Appraisal Manager’s projects. This could include working on Appraisals, researching artists, and doing edits to certificates to help expedite our processes.
The successful intern will have supervision from our Executive Director, Mackenzie Sinclair and our Appraisals Manager, Gabby Marcuzzi Herie.
We welcome interns who are able to be in person but also can accommodate remote work on occasion.
Timing or hours of placement: Students can expect to work roughly 8 hours per week during the Fall 2026 semester (Sept.-Dec.). Flexible timing throughout the week. Timing of the placement throughout the week to be discussed with the placement supervisor.
Credit: Half credit (0.5). This internship is for course credit at the University of Toronto through the Department of Art History. Only University of Toronto students are eligible. This is not a paid position.
Interested students should submit an application here by Friday, June 5, 2026. Applications can be addressed to Professor Jessica Mace and Professor Heba Mostafa, and should include 1) a cover letter (including any relevant coursework or experience) and 2) a resume.