Summer Community Programs Intern – Arts & Outreach

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art invites applicants for the 2027 Community Programs Summer Intern role. You will collaborate with the Community Engagement team on hands‑on program creation, outreach, and education across onsite and offsite activities in Northwest Arkansas.

This paid internship offers mentorship, professional development, and real responsibilities—from research and writing to assisting with Mobile Art Lab activations and partner events—traveling regionally up to 50% and

Qualifications

• Interest in community engagement, arts education, or arts administration.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel regionally up to 50%.
• Familiarity with Canva or design tools is a plus.
• Collaborative, proactive with diverse audiences.
• Reliable transportation for off-site travel.

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

Skills

Community engagement

Arts education

Arts administration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Regional travel

Can-do collaboration

Tools

Canva

Job description

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art invites applicants for the 2027 Community Programs Summer Intern role. You will collaborate with the Community Engagement team on hands‑on program creation, outreach, and education across onsite and offsite activities in Northwest Arkansas.

This paid internship offers mentorship, professional development, and real responsibilities—from research and writing to assisting with Mobile Art Lab activations and partner events—traveling regionally up to 50% and