2027 Curatorial Spring Intern (U of A MA Student)

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is dedicated to welcoming everyone to celebrate the American spirit through art and nature. Founded by Alice Walton, it's a public non-profit organization. The museum explores America's story by collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving works that highlight the American spirit. The Momentary, an extension of Crystal Bridges, serves as a venue for contemporary art, music, and food, aiming to inspire creativity, build community, and foster joy. This internship offers a chance to support innovative projects and gain professional experience in craft initiatives within the museum.

Requirements

Enrolled in University of Arkansas, Fayetteville MA program in Art History of Arts of the Americas Program.
Interest in American craft, historical to contemporary.
Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Demonstrated research and writing skills.
Positive attitude and collaborative spirit.
Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion.
Proficiency in using standard office equipment including copiers and telephone, as well as Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Must be enrolled in an accredited program or have graduated from an accredited program within the past three years to qualify for compensation.
Must submit a current class schedule or an official transcript for verification.

Responsibilities

Build object files for collection objects including works in ceramics, wood, fiber, glass, and metal.
Fact-check information, write object-related content, and prepare presentations for internal and external audiences.
Conduct research on potential acquisitions to support the growth of the museum’s diverse holdings in American craft.
Research, interpretation, and checklist organization for future exhibition projects, whose focus may include contemporary fiber art.