Walmart AMP Internship

At Walton Arts Center/Walmart AMP, we strive to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work. We pride ourselves on bringing the best Arts and Entertainment to our audiences in Northwest Arkansas, and we know our organization runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.

Walton Arts Center and the Walmart AMP aspire to be welcoming spaces where people can be their authentic selves. To truly embody our mission, we recognize the importance of reflecting the diversity of our community on our stages, in our audiences and within our workforce, volunteers and Board.

Our organization is committed to creating a welcoming environment, guided by our core values: Relevance; Inclusivity; Sustainability; Excellence. Walton Arts Center/Walmart AMP is focused on promoting fairness and recognizes the value of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We believe these elements enhance the strength, creativity, and success of our team and the communities we serve.

Walton Arts Center Inc. operates two campuses: a 1,200-seat proscenium theatre and 269-seat black box in Fayetteville and an 11,000-capacity outdoor Amphitheatre known as the Walmart AMP in Rogers, AR. Walton Arts Center has been Arkansas’ premier performing arts center for over 30 years and Walmart AMP has consistently been one of Billboard's top-rated amphitheaters producing 30 plus concerts per season.

Located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, NWA (as the locals refer to it) includes Benton, Washington, and Madison counties, with five hub cities:
Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, Springdale, and Siloam Springs. The economic opportunity is unparalleled, but so is the lifestyle — with 400-plus miles of mountain biking trails and paved pathways, a thriving arts community complete with world‑class performing arts center and museums, a legitimate beer and food scene, and live music to enjoy.
Best of all, it’s a place where everyone is welcome.

We are excited to offer internship opportunities for both spring (commencing April 2026) and summer (starting July 2026). Each intern must fulfill a minimum of 150 hours, or as stipulated by their respective academic program. This is an unpaid internship; however, Walton Arts Center/Walmart AMP offers an $800 stipend upon the completion of 150 hours or the hours required for class credit (whichever is greater).

During the spring and summer concert season, interns play a crucial role in supporting the Walmart AMP staff. Interns actively participate in various areas of interest, including Front of House, Back of House, Food & Beverage, Production, Catering, Technology Services, Events, Engineering, Parking, and Data Collection/Analysis, gaining valuable firsthand experience. Upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality is mandatory for interns at Walmart AMP, as they serve as ambassadors for the organization.

This internship is a structured, hands‑on learning experience designed to support the intern’s academic and/or professional goals while providing meaningful exposure to live event operations.

By the end of the internship, interns will be able to:

• Demonstrate working knowledge of live event operations at a large‑scale music venue
• Apply professional communication and customer service best practices in high‑volume environments
• Understand cross‑departmental coordination in arts and entertainment operations
• Develop problem‑solving, adaptability, and time‑management skills in fast‑paced settings
• Gain exposure to industry standards in safety, production, and guest experience

On a predetermined schedule, interns will rotate through a variety of departments completing specific tasks in each area as they work alongside Walmart AMP’s full‑time and seasonal personnel on event days to gain an inside look at the operations of a large‑scale commercial music venue. Additionally, interns will participate in regularly scheduled meetings with staff where they will have an opportunity to debrief regarding their learning…