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 intern 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 closely with the Community Engagement team, participates in team meetings and ideation sessions, and has professional development opportunities alongside interns from other departments. Work includes administrative tasks, art program production, teaching support, and outreach. The position is based on-site in Bentonville, Arkansas, with regional travel required for off-site programs. The anticipated internship dates are January 25, 2027, through April 30, 2027. The weekly schedule is arranged with the direct supervisor. The work takes place in a professional, climate-controlled museum office environment, with regular interaction with the public and internal team members. Some local travel and occasional evening or weekend hours may be necessary to accommodate business needs.
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.
- Collaborative, proactive, and eager to engage with diverse audiences and community groups.
- Reliable transportation for travel to off-site programs.
- Ability to lift and transport a minimum of 10 pounds.
- Ability to use a computer and telephone for prolonged periods, with good eye/hand coordination; bending, stretching, physical stamina, and visual acuity to review written materials are also required.
- Cover letter, resume, and at least one letter of recommendation are required; a maximum of two recommendation letters may be submitted.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with design tools such as Canva.
Responsibilities
- Conduct online research on 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 by helping ensure materials and setup align with inclusive practices.
- Design activity sheets and visual materials using platforms such as Canva.
- Support the 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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