Art Bridges Academic Year 26-27 Internships

Art Bridges Foundation – Academic Year 2026-27 Internship Opportunities

At a glance - 
Pay-$18/hr 

Hybrid, based in Bentonville, AR 

Deadline to apply: February 27th, 2026 (but may close earlier if capacity is reached. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible )

Looking for an academic year internship in the arts and nonprofit sector? 
Art Bridges is a national nonprofit organization based in Bentonville, Arkansas, dedicated to creating access and removing barriers around American art throughout the country. Our Academic Year Internship is a part-time, hybrid experience designed to immerse interns in our work culture while emphasizing professional development, personal growth, and collaboration. 

About The Position 
 
The Art Bridges Internship Program is hiring 8 interns for the academic year 2026-27, across multiple departments. Candidates are encouraged to apply for multiple roles with different departments based on their areas of interest. 

Key Details: 

Duration: August 31/September 1-November 20, 2026; January 19-April 9, 2027 

Location: Bentonville, Arkansas (hybrid role)

Schedule: Part-time (10-15 hrs/week) 

Compensation: Paid ($18/hr)  

Work Schedule: This is a part-time, hybrid role. Interns are expected to complete 10-15 hours of work per week, fulfilling a portion of those hours in the Art Bridges office every week. The hours can be split according to the intern’s schedule, prioritizing completion within Art Bridges’ operating hours of 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. 

Why Intern with Us? 

Art Bridges is committed to training the next generation of arts nonprofit professionals. Interns will gain hands-on experience from mentors, through cultural site visits, and professional development workshops. You’ll apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects and make a meaningful impact in the arts and nonprofit sectors.  

In this program: 

Interns receive firsthand experience in day-to-day operations of their department and learn how to navigate professional settings while gaining valuable insight into the role of nonprofit organizations, foundations, and museums 

Professional development workshops and cultural site visits 

Mentorship tailored to your goals 

Opportunities for networking and skill-building 

A collaborative, supportive work environment 

Course credits
 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Current student or recent graduate (within one year) in good academic standing 

Interest in arts, nonprofits, or philanthropy , authorization to work in the USA.

Ability to work once a week on-site in Bentonville, Arkansas  

Application Instructions: 

Please submit the following materials with your application: 

1.Resumé 

2.Cover letter with brief statement of interest describing your goals and why you want to intern with Art Bridges 

You are also welcome to include a writing sample, though it is not required, optional.

Deadline to apply: February 27, 2026 (but may close earlier if capacity is reached. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interns will be selected by April 30, 2026). 

Apply here: Art Bridges Internship Program 
 

Recruitment Contact Information: Paramita Sarkar, Internship Program Specialist  
paramita.sarkar@artbridgesfoundation.org