Ventajas
I worked at Alex Cooper full time for almost two years in their auction department.
Alex Cooper was a great place to work - I learned a lot professionally. I met many interesting people and formed bonds with clients. I was also able to develop my own interests/skills working with different objects. The specialists there are very knowledgeable and happy to share their interests, research, and experience with their peers and customers.
The auction schedule is fast-paced, so every day was different - whether I was driving with a colleague to PA or NYC to look at potential items for consignment; facilitating a move of objects to the storeroom; or cataloging objects for sale.
Overall, it was a good place to work. My salary was competitive and benefits were good.
Desventajas
Intense schedule leading up to auctions