2027 Community and Engagement Spring Intern
About The Position
The Community Programs Internship in the Community Engagement Department at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art offers hands-on experience in community building, socially engaged arts practices, arts administration, and program production for diverse audiences. The internship supports museum-based and off-site initiatives, including the Mobile Art Lab, which travels to libraries, Out-of-School programs, and cultural festivals throughout Northwest Arkansas. The intern works with the Community Engagement team, participates in team meetings and ideation sessions, and has professional development opportunities with interns from other departments. Responsibilities combine administrative work, art program production, teaching support, and outreach. The position is based onsite in Bentonville, Arkansas, with regional travel required for off-site programs. The anticipated internship runs from January 25, 2027, through April 30, 2027. The weekly schedule is arranged with the direct supervisor. The work environment includes a professional, climate-controlled museum office, typically low-to-moderate noise, regular interaction with the public and colleagues, and occasional evening or weekend hours to meet business needs. Offers are contingent on completion of a confidentiality agreement and background check where permitted by law, and applicants must provide identification verifying eligibility to work in the United States.
Requirements
- Interest in community engagement, arts education, or arts administration.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to travel regionally up to 50% of the time.
- Reliable transportation for travel to off-site programs.
- Ability to utilize a computer and telephone for prolonged periods.
- Good eye/hand coordination.
- Ability to bend and stretch and the physical stamina to lift and transport a minimum of 10 pounds.
- Visual acuity to review written materials.
- Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as business needs require.
- Cover letter, resume, and at least one letter of recommendation are required; applicants may submit a maximum of two recommendation letters.
- Applicants must provide proper identification verifying eligibility to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with design tools such as Canva.
Responsibilities
- Research community engagement and socially engaged art programs across the industry.
- Assist with writing special invitation emails and developing surveys for targeted outreach.
- Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and creative brainstorms.
- Support teaching artists and staff with program facilitation as needed.
- Provide administrative and program support across Community Engagement initiatives.
- Support Mobile Art Lab activations and outreach events.
- Assist with setup, facilitation, and breakdown of programs across Northwest Arkansas.
- Assist with onsite community partner-focused programs and events, including logistical coordination and participant engagement.
- Support accessibility and audience outreach, ensuring materials and setup align with inclusive practices.
- Design activity sheets and visual materials using platforms such as Canva.
- Support development of educational and engagement materials for diverse audiences.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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