Art Bridges Summer 2026 Fellows and Internship Programs Internship

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Art Bridges Internship Program and Summer Residency Since its launch in 2020, the Art Bridges Internship Program has hosted over 80 students and emerging arts professionals from across the country in positions throughout the foundation. Our Internship Program is committed to providing a wide array of professional development opportunities to individuals with any level of experience or exposure to working in the arts, nonprofits, or philanthropic organizations. The Art Bridges Internship Program Summer Residency is an eight-week opportunity for interns to gain hands-on experience on-site at the Art Bridges office. Summer interns will live and work full time in Bentonville, Arkansas, for the duration of their residency with travel cost coverage, housing, bikes, and additional benefits provided by Art Bridges. Summer interns will participate in a wide range of events, such as cultural site visits, guest lectures, professional development workshops, and networking opportunities (please see “Residency Inclusions and Events” for further details). Our intern events prioritize the incorporation of interns into Art Bridges’ work culture at all possible levels and emphasize themes of professional development, personal growth, and peer collaboration, which summer interns will experience fully over the course of their residency. The Art Bridges Internship Program seeks twelve interns for the summer of 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply for multiple roles with different departments based on their areas of interest. Fellows and Internship Programs Department Overview: Provides new and emerging arts professionals with opportunities to immerse themselves in museum and nonprofit operations through fellowships at Art Bridges partner institutions and internships in the Art Bridges office, offering program planning, professional development workshops, and mentorship

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university degree program (at the undergraduate or graduate level) or a recent graduate (<1 year) with an interest in entering the workforce as an emerging arts professional
Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and ability to work effectively in a team and independently
Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail
Effective time-management skills

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with CRM systems as well as research and web-based search tools strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the team with day-to-day administrative and operational tasks while developing practical office skills.
Use essential digital tools, such as Asana, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office Suite, to manage workflows and communications effectively.
Provide support for the Fellows and Internship Programs alumni network, helping to maintain connections with former participants.
Participate in partner calls and off-site visits to understand how nonprofit organizations collaborate, plan programs, and engage with communities.
Help write and edit promotional materials for the Internship Program and collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to create engaging audio-visual content that highlights program impact and opportunities.
Assist with evaluating internship programs and workshops, gathering feedback, and identifying areas for improvement to enhance learning outcomes and participant experience.
Plan and organize an interactive workshop for peer-building teamwork, leadership, and event-planning skills in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Paid and eligible for course credits
Travel and housing supported by Art Bridges
Free rental bikes for the summer upon request
Site visits to regional cultural institutions
Participation in the Art Bridges Creative Career Chats (in person or virtual)
Professional development workshops and trainings
Networking opportunities with staff across Art Bridges and within other regional cultural institutions and organizations through off-site visits
Intern-led public speaking program, This American Art Life, where summer interns share about themselves, discuss current art news, and present their projects and accomplishments in a final presentation
Additional recreational and social activities, such as social mixers with interns across Bentonville and staff events

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