2026 Donor and Museum Relations Spring Intern

Art and Wellness Enterprises • Bentonville, AR

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Donor and Museum Relations intern position with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary is an integral part of the Donor Relations and Advancement teams. A donor-centered team, the Development and Donor Relation teams are focused on establishing long-term sustainable funding for significant Museum initiatives. Reporting to the Donor and Museum Relations Manager, this role helps deliver elevated engagement experiences by supporting departmental activities including hospitality, event execution, scheduling, communications and concierge-level services. This internship takes place during an especially exciting time, as the Museum prepares to open its major campus expansion and host a landmark gala and several days of celebratory events. Interns will gain firsthand experience in the fast-paced planning and execution of high-profile donor engagements and public programs that mark a significant moment in the institution’s history. The Intern will play a central role in learning, organizing and maintaining donor-focused processes including preparing donor-facing materials, and supporting donor tours, travel and event logistics.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn and implement donor-centric stewardship and cultivation strategies.
• Willingness to learn event management and supporting organizational strategies
• College Student at sophomore level or above preferred but not required.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in performing administrative work preferred
• Dependable, punctual and ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Must have strong writing and editing skills
• Confidence interacting with staff and donors at a variety of levels
• High level of professionalism and discretion are a must
• A background check is required

Responsibilities

• Work closely with DMR and development team to coordinate detailed itineraries for high level guests ensuring our community-facing events reflect museum standards.
• Support high-profile donor events: Help coordinate events including drafting internal briefing documents, managing RSVP lists and providing support at events.
• Assist in coordinating donor tours by creating itineraries and briefing documents.
• Update and learn Crystal Bridges’ CRM database system, Tessitura
• Assist in the development of mailings lists.
• Create invitations and other materials through Paperless Post, Canva, etc.
• Support travel program by researching sites, creating related materials including biographies, maps, schedules, etc.
• Attend and support events such as Directors Receptions, Momentary Music on the Green Concerts and others as assigned.
• Support other donor stewardship activities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED