Internships
Gain professional museum experience, learn valuable skills, and build a network of lasting relationships through paid internships for a range of ages and student levels.
Whether you’re a rising high school senior, a college graduate continuing your education, or somewhere in between on your learning journey, Crystal Bridges and the Momentary offer diverse, hands-on opportunities for you to create career-defining experiences. In addition to working in your primary job area, all interns experience a comprehensive overview of museum departments, providing a big-picture understanding of the many museum career options available.
Please direct questions regarding any of our internship programs to Internships@CrystalBridges.org.
College Internships
Both undergraduate and graduate students can gain real-world, practical experience in a three-cohort internship model during the spring, summer, and fall. Whether students have already chosen their career paths or are still exploring options, they are encouraged to ask questions and seek guidance to support their future workforce goals. Interns will have the opportunity to “curate” their experiences by collaborating with their supervisors to develop a personalized plan no matter the division or department.
Residential positions are offered exclusively during the summer and are contingent upon available funding. Selected interns who reside at least one hour from Crystal Bridges or the Momentary will receive housing and relocation assistance. A diverse range of positions is eligible for this housing support.
High School Internships
The emerging workforce, particularly high school students, make EXCELLENT interns and contributors to all of our hosting intern departments. High school interns throughout the Northwest Arkansas area are encouraged to apply!
“I was surprised to see how positive and welcoming the workplace culture is. Everyone I know, especially my department, has been kind, supportive, and encouraging.”
— Gayla, Editorial Intern
“My time here has been nothing short of transformative. I’ve learned so much about myself, my work ethic, and what I would want out of a future job.”
— Logan, Public Relations Intern
“I signed up for this internship because I wanted hands-on experience … and this is everything I was hoping for and more.”
— Mark, Training and Development Intern
“It was extremely fulfilling to see the way [my] designs transformed to a large scale and knowing that they were seen by a multitude of people daily.”
— A.C., Graphic Design Intern
Equal Opportunity Statement
Crystal Bridges is committed to creating an institution that reflects the diversity of our region and nation. We are especially mindful of those in our community impacted by inequity due to ability, language, class, age, gender, religion, sexuality, race and ethnicity, and are working diligently to address perceived and real barriers that keep anyone from fully experiencing the museum as a guest, volunteer, or employee. To achieve true reform, we must have a diverse, highly qualified team. Crystal Bridges is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively encourage minority candidates to apply for this position.