Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

2026 Curatorial Intern: Summer

Curatorial Intern

Current student or recent graduate; strong research and writing skills; ability to manage multiple tasks; confidentiality and proficiency with Microsoft 365.

Museum Operations Intern

Paid internship offering hands-on museum department experience; open to students ranging from high school to graduate school.

2026 Performance and Artist-in-Residence Intern: Summer (Housing not provided)

Performance and Artist-in-Residence Intern

Arts administration/curating focus; knowledge of performance and visual arts; strong project coordination; ability to work independently; familiarity with Workday and other systems; willingness to balance research, admin, and event support.

Horticulturist

Experience in horticulture with knowledge in plant health, irrigation, and integrated pest management; able to operate landscape equipment; proficient with Excel/databases; strong communication and teamwork.

Community Liaison Intern

Coordinate programming with five Community Partners in Residence, onboard partners, design materials, analyze surveys, and support events. Strong communication; evening/weekend availability; Canva/Adobe familiarity; highly organized.

2026 Indigenous Art Curatorial Intern: Summer (Housing Not Provided)

Indigenous Art Curatorial Intern

Currently enrolled students or professionals; interest in curatorial work; strong time management, critical thinking, and communication; willingness to learn; resume and cover letter required.

2026 Exhibition Design Intern: Summer (Housing Not Provided)

Exhibition Design Intern

Pursuing degree in Architecture/Design-related fields; undergrad/grad within 3 years; creative, detail-oriented, able to multi-task and communicate; flexible hours including some nights/weekends; background check; confidentiality.

2026 Arts in Medicine Intern: Spring

Arts in Medicine Intern

Graduate student in Arts in Medicine, Museum Studies, Public Health, Psychology, Education, Art History, or related field; strong writing, research, collaboration; ability to travel between campuses; background check.

Title	Location	Date
2026 Curatorial Intern: Summer Full Time, Temporary, Internship Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	May 1, 2026
Museum Operations Intern Full Time Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Apr 27, 2026
2026 Performance and Artist-in-Residence Intern: Summer (Housing not provided) Full Time, Part Time, Internship · $27K-$29K/yr Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Apr 22, 2026
Horticulturist Full Time Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Apr 16, 2026
Community Liaison Intern Internship, Part Time · $25K-$29K/yr Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Mar 10, 2026
2026 Indigenous Art Curatorial Intern: Summer (Housing Not Provided) Full Time, Part Time · $27K-$29K/yr Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Dec 23, 2025
2026 Exhibition Design Intern: Summer (Housing Not Provided) Internship · $27K-$29K/yr Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Dec 17, 2025
2026 Arts in Medicine Intern: Spring Part Time · $29K/yr Bentonville, Arkansas, United States · Onsite	Bentonville, Arkansas, United States Onsite	Nov 6, 2025

Activities	Art Exhibition ManagementCollection ConservationEducational ProgrammingFood and Beverage ServicesPerformance Arts Programming
Headquarters	US
Industries	Arts and CultureMuseums
Name	Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Employees	547
Type	Non-Profit
Subsidiaries	The Momentary
Tagline	American art museum and contemporary performing arts venue.
Founded	2,005
Website	crystalbridges.org

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

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