2026 Donor and Museum Relations Spring Intern

The Momentary; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, AR, with The Momentary, seeks an intern for Donor Relations and Advancement. You’ll support donor-centric activities, assist with tours, materials, and communications, and help execute high-profile events as the organization grows toward its campus expansion.

The role offers learning in hospitality, event logistics, and donor stewardship within a fast-paced nonprofit environment, starting January 2027 and ending April 2027, with scheduled

Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in performing administrative work preferred.
• Dependable, punctual with flexible schedule.
• Strong writing and editing skills; ability to interact with staff and donors at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate detailed itineraries for high level guests with the DMR and development team.
• Assist in coordinating donor events and draft internal briefing documents.
• Prepare donor tours itineraries and briefing documents.
• Update Crystal Bridges’ Tessitura CRM and assist in mailings lists.
• Create invitations and materials using Paperless Post, Canva, etc.
• Support travel program research and materials (biographies, maps, schedules).
• Attend and support events such as Directors Receptions and Momentary Music on the Green Concerts.
• Support other donor stewardship activities as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal communication

Dependable

Punctual

Strong writing and editing

Education

College student, sophomore or higher

Tools

Tessitura

Paperless Post

Canva

Job description

About Crystal Bridges & The Momentary

Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities. Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non-profit charitable organization with free admission. The Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is a ‘living room’ where the community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful. The Momentary enriches lives through music, art, and food experiences that inspire creativity, build community, and create joy. You belong here, make the most of this moment.

Position Summary

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.

Duties and 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.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and implement donor-centrik 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.

Timeline

Anticipated Start Date: January 25, 2027

Anticipated End Date: April 30, 2027

Schedule

Hours: Undergraduate Interns: Up to 20 hours per week; Graduate Interns: Up to 25 hours per week. Weekly schedule to be arranged with direct supervisor.

Eligibility and Credit

To qualify for bachelor’s or master’s hours, you must be enrolled in an accredited program or have graduated from an accredited program within the last three years. Students will be required to submit a current schedule or official transcript.

Compensation

• Undergraduate Students: $13.00
• Graduate Students: $14.00

To qualify for bachelor’s or master’s compensation, you must be enrolled in an accredited program or have graduated from an accredited program within the last three years. Students will be required to submit a current schedule or official transcript.

Housing

Housing for internship positions is contingent upon the availability of funding and is not guaranteed. Internships that include housing will explicitly state this in both the position title and the position description. Any housing and/or relocation assistance provided is considered taxable income and will be reflected on the intern’s Form W-2. When housing is available, only students whose primary residence is more than 150 miles or three hours from either Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art or the Momentary will be considered.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands: In the work environment described below, position requires work at a desk, utilizing a computer and a telephone for prolonged periods of time, good eye/hand coordination, bending and stretching for filing, and physical stamina to lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a height of at least three feet for file and materials storage as appropriate for the demands of the office. Visual acuity to review written materials is required for this job. Work environment: Work will be performed in an office environment and museum spaces. The noise level in the museum work environment is usually low to moderate.

Offers and Conditions

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Crystal Bridges is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE)

Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE) provides professional support services in the areas of campus management, communications, finance, human resources and technology for these non-profits founded by Alice Walton: Alice L. Walton Foundation is a grant-making institution working to enhance the quality of life for individuals by providing access to offerings that improve well-being and create diverse and inclusive communities. Alice L. Walton School of Medicine is a four-year, medical degree-granting program that enhances foundational sciences and clinical practices with a compassionate and whole-person approach to care. The School has been granted preliminary accreditation status by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and welcomed its inaugural class in 2025. Art Bridges Foundation works to get great works of American art out of storage and into communities. Through partnerships with museums of all sizes across the United States, it creates and supports arts programs that educate, inspire, and deepen engagement with local audiences. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is a museum offering free admission to a world-class collection of American art, stunning architecture and five miles of sculpture and walking trails. Momentary is a satellite contemporary art space to Crystal Bridges. This adaptive reuse project turned a decommissioned cheese factory into a place for visual and performing arts, festivals, artists-in-residence, culinary experiences, and more. Heartland Whole Health Institute is a non-profit that addresses physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being by working with health systems, employers, and communities to redesign health care delivery.