2026 Internship Program Development Intern: Summer (Housing Not Provided)
Company: Crystal Bridges Museum
Location: Bentonville
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to
welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that
unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by
philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a
public non-profit charitable organization. Job Description:
Position Title: 2026 Internship Program Development Intern: Summer
(Housing Not Provided) Position Type: Part Time/Full Time FLSA
Classification: Non-Exempt Department: Internship Program Reports
to: Internship Program and Engagement Manager About Crystal Bridges
& The Momentary: Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art
located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of
America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and
preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage
and artistic possibilities. Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the
museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable
organization with free admission. The Momentary is a contemporary
art space that opened to the public on February 22, 2020, in
downtown Bentonville, Arkansas. The Momentary is a venue for the
music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and
economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary
is a ‘living room’ where community gathers to be inspired,
connected, and joyful. You belong here: make the most of this
moment. Position Summary: The Internship Program Development Intern
will assist in the continued growth and sustainability of the CBMO
Internship Program. This role offers hands-on experience in program
development, recruitment, community engagement, and workforce
preparedness initiatives. The intern will work closely with the
Internship Program & Engagement Manager to support strategic goals,
enhance visibility, and create meaningful experiences for interns
and supervisors. This internship is ideal for students interested
in arts administration, human resources, education, or nonprofit
program management. The intern will gain experience in recruitment,
event planning, data management, and professional development
programming. In addition to program development responsibilities,
the intern should have knowledge or interest in web design or
product management , photography , videography , and social media
to help document and promote internship programming. A willingness
to learn and a flexible schedule for evening hours are essential.
Application Materials : Interns that do not submit a resume AND
cover letter will not be considered for this opportunity. Please
answer the following questions in your cover letter when submitting
your application. If you could design the “ideal learning
environment,” what would it look like and why What does “creating
opportunity” mean to you, and how would you embody that in this
internship? What does community mean to you, and how would you
foster it within an internship program? What are your thoughts on
mentorship? Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with scheduling
recruitment activities, including outreach to universities,
colleges, and community organizations. Support the development of
internship position descriptions and inventories Help maintain and
update the internship program webpage, including testimonials and
FAQs Assist in planning and executing professional development
events (e.g., Coffee & Croissant Chats, Connect NWA Series).
Conduct research on best practices for internship programs and
workforce development. Support communication efforts, including
drafting emails and creating marketing materials. Assist with data
entry and reporting for quarterly and annual program metrics.
Participate in orientation and onboarding processes for interns.
Help organize and facilitate supervisor training sessions and best
practices meetings. Provide administrative support for scheduling,
budgeting, and program documentation. Qualifications: Microsoft
Office Suite Experience in Photography, and Social Media Coverage
preferred Time Management Data Management & Reporting Event
Support: Assist with planning and execution of intern programming
and networking events. Be prepared to help with setup, photography,
and social media coverage. Willingness to learn: Approach the
internship as a learning experience. Be open to feedback and
willing to develop new skills in program management, outreach, and
digital content creation. Creative Contribution: Bring fresh ideas
for program visibility, intern engagement, and professional
development activities. Use creativity to solve problems and
improve processes. Excellent guest service and communication skills
Dependable and punctual Ability and willingness to work a flexible
schedule, including evening and weekend hours Must maintain
confidentiality of information as required Intern MUST work
flexible hours that will include some nights and weekends. A
background check is required Must maintain confidentiality of all
information Timeline: Intern selected by: March 1st Schedule: Start
Date: May 4, 2026 End Date: July 24, 2026 Weekly schedule to be
arranged with direct supervisor. Interns are permitted to work up
to 40 hours a week. To qualify for bachelor’s or master’s hours,
you must be enrolled in an accredited program or have graduated
from an accredited program within the last three years. Students
will be required to submit a current schedule or official
transcript. Compensation: Undergraduate Interns: $13.00 Graduate
Interns: $14.00 To qualify for bachelor’s or master’s compensation,
you must be enrolled in an accredited program or have graduated
from an accredited program within the last three years. Students
will be required to submit a current schedule or official
transcript. Housing Housing for internship positions is contingent
upon available funding and is not guaranteed. If housing is
included for a specific internship, it will be clearly stated in
the position description. Any housing or relocation assistance
provided is considered taxable income and will appear on the
intern’s Form W-2. When housing is available, priority is given to
students whose permanent residence is located outside a three-hour
radius (approximately 150 miles) of Crystal Bridges Museum of
American Art or the Momentary. Physical Demands and Work
Environment: The physical demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the
essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Physical demands: In the work environment
described below, position requires work at a desk, utilizing a
computer and a telephone for prolonged periods of time, good
eye/hand coordination, bending and stretching for filing, and
physical stamina to lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a height of at
least three feet for file and materials storage as appropriate for
the demands of the office. Visual acuity to review written
materials is required for this job. Work environment: Work will be
performed in an office environment and museum spaces. The noise
level in the museum work environment is usually low to moderate. If
the intern’s personal equipment is used, the museum accepts no
liability for any damage caused to said equipment while being used
for museum purposes, nor loss or corruption of electronic files on
devices. All offers of employment are contingent on your successful
completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality
agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to
provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in
the United States. Crystal Bridges is an equal opportunity employer
committed to building and maintaining a workplace that is free of
discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage all
qualified applicants to apply. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the
laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
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