School Partnerships Intern

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non-profit charitable organization.

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.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented School Partnerships Intern to support the Learning and Engagement team in advancing partnerships with local and regional schools. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in educational programming, arts integration, and museum‑school collaborations, contributing to the museum’s vision to enhance learning through art.

In addition to core responsibilities, the intern will be invited to lead a special project that aligns with their individual strengths, skills, and career goals—offering a tailored opportunity to develop professional competencies in a real‑world museum setting.

• Assist in the coordination and execution of programs and events related to school partnerships, including arts integration initiatives, teacher workshops, and community art events.
• Support communication efforts with school partners, including principals, teachers, and district administrators, ensuring timely updates and information sharing.
• Help develop and curate educational resources and materials for schools involved in the Crystal Bridges Arts Integration Partnership.
• Participate in the planning and facilitation of meetings, workshops, and training sessions for educators.
• Conduct research and compile reports on best practices in arts education, arts integration, and school-community partnerships.
• Provide administrative support to the Learning and Engagement team, including data entry, maintaining contact lists, and scheduling.
• Assist in the evaluation and reporting of partnership outcomes, including gathering feedback from school participants.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams at Crystal Bridges to support broader educational initiatives.
• Develop and implement a special project informed by the intern’s academic focus and career aspirations, with guidance from the Program Manager.

• College student (junior or above), recent college graduate, or graduate student
• Experience or interest in research, data analysis, statistics, or mathematics
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a team
• Dependable and punctual
• A background check is required
• Must maintain confidentiality of all information

• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  January 25, 2027
• Anticipated End Date:
  April 30, 2027

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