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

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Bentonville, AR, United States
Undergraduate interns: $13.00; graduate interns: $...
Indigenous art research
Nagpra guidance
Arts education materials development
This internship will directly support the Curator of Indigenous Art and NAGPRA Officer, providing insight and guidance on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)

Job Summary

  • This internship will directly support the Curator of Indigenous Art and NAGPRA Officer, providing insight and guidance on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
  • The selected intern will discuss and confirm a schedule with their supervisor to ensure a comfortable and manageable work arrangement.
  • Develop and implement a special project informed by the intern’s academic focus and career aspirations, with guidance from the Program Manager.

Matching Summary

This internship will directly support the Curator of Indigenous Art and NAGPRA Officer, providing insight and guidance on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).

Salary

Undergraduate Interns: $13.00; Graduate Interns: $14.00; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Indigenous Art research
  • NAGPRA guidance
  • Arts education materials development
  • Museum reinstallation assistance
  • Object research and presentation

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interest in curatorial duties
  • Initiative and willingness to learn
  • Critical thinking and effective communication
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Key Requirements

  • Enrolled in or graduated from accredited program within last 3 years
  • Resume AND cover letter required
  • Ability to lift minimum of 25 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter