Program Evaluation & Assessment Intern - Summer 2026

CHEEKWOOD • Belle Meade, TN

48m • Onsite

About The Position

Working at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens offers you the opportunity to work for one of the most beautiful places in Nashville. Formerly the home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, Cheekwood now serves the public as a botanical garden, arboretum, and museum with period rooms and art galleries. At Cheekwood, you'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of roles tailored to your skills and interests. Whether you're passionate about horticulture, art curation, historical preservation, or one of our many other career opportunities, you would have the chance to thrive and make a meaningful impact here. Working in such a place that cherishes its rich history, vibrant art scene, and serene gardens offers a unique blend of fulfillment and inspiration. You'll find yourself in a supportive environment where every day brings new opportunities for personal and professional growth, amidst the backdrop of picturesque setting.

Internship Description

The Program Evaluation and Assessment Internship is for university undergraduate students seeking experience in providing analysis across public programs and for our various education programs at a nonprofit museum and botanical garden. The intern works closely with education and public programs staff to implement a variety of data collection and assessment tools for audiences participating in events. In collaboration with the Sr. Director of Public Programs and the Director of Education and Outreach, the intern will conceptualize and execute a final project that merges their learning goals with the needs of the Public Programs department. The Public Programs intern is enthusiastic about educational program development, event planning and enjoys working with audiences of all ages. They can adapt quickly, are responsible, collaborative, proactive, detail oriented, and can follow directions without supervision.

About Cheekwood’s Education and Public Programs

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is the 3rd highest-attended destination in Nashville, welcoming 400,000 visitors annually. Cheekwood hosts an exciting portfolio of programming throughout the year that includes an array of live musical performances, community outreach and local partnerships, field trips for students and families, and four multicultural festivals, the Holi Celebration, Black Arts Bash, Japanese Moon Viewing, and El Dia de los Muertos. Additionally, Cheekwood hosts the signature seasonal festivals, Cheekwood in Bloom, Summertime at Cheekwood, Cheekwood Harvest, and Holiday LIGHTS.

Requirements

• Data Analytics and Evaluation
• Basic Qualitative and Quantitative Data Research
• Visitor Experience
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Excellent Organizational and Time Management Skills
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with staff and the public

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and implementation of evaluations for a selection of Cheekwood’s Public and Educational ongoing programming
• Conduct a semester-long project focused on program evaluation and assessment
• Support onsite and/or virtual data collection
• Collect, analyze and present data findings to department at the end of the semester
• Collaborate with Marketing, Visitor Services, Curatorial and Development teams, as needed
• Help translate findings into actionable recommendations for staff and leadership

Benefits

• Membership & Discounts: As an employee, you receive a Cheekwood membership, which entitles you to unlimited admission during regular Garden hours and a limited number of free tickets to special events. Members also receive discounts classes, ticketed events, and purchases at the Gift Shop. Your Cheekwood membership also include reciprocal admission for named members to more than 300 gardens though the American Horticultural Society.
• Reciprocal Admission: As an employee of Cheekwood you have free general admission access to various local cultural, historical, and art institutions as part of the employee admission program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern