2026 Ceramics Fall Intern

About the role

The Studio Ceramics Public Programs Internship at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary (CBMO) provides hands-on experience in ceramics education, studio operations, public engagement, and creative program development. Participants support a variety of ceramic-focused activities, including classes, workshops, artist demonstrations, open studio sessions, gallery experiences, and museum-wide events. Through these experiences, they gain practical skills in clay preparation and recycling, glaze mixing, kiln loading and unloading, studio organization, materials management, and visitor engagement. The position also offers exposure to the daily operations of a working ceramics studio, helping participants develop an understanding of ceramic processes, studio safety, equipment maintenance, and the planning required to support educational programs for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support ceramics public programs, including classes, workshops, artist demonstrations, open studio sessions, gallery engagements, and museum-wide events.
• Prepare and maintain studio materials, including clay, glazes, tools, and firing supplies.
• Support ceramic studio operations through clay recycling, glaze mixing, kiln loading and unloading, and general studio organization.
• Interact with visitors, students, and community members in a positive, welcoming, and professional manner.
• Follow and promote studio safety practices while assisting with equipment and materials.
• Research, develop, and propose new ideas for ceramic programming based on personal interests, community needs, and current trends in contemporary ceramics and craft.
• Contribute to the creation of engaging, inclusive, and accessible ceramic arts experiences for audiences of all ages and skill levels.

Schedule

• Part-time (20–25 hours/week)
• Some scheduling flexibility is available; however, availability on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (days and evenings), Saturdays (days and evenings), and select Sundays is strongly preferred.

Pay

• $12/hour (High School)
• $13/hour (Undergraduate)
• $14/hour (Graduate)

Eligibility

• Applicants must be at least 16 years old.

About Crystal Bridges

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.