Internships
About
Grace Church offers a variety of Internships designed to train and equip the next generation of leaders for work within and beyond the walls of our church. We’re looking for energetic, self-starters who are interested in getting great hands on experience and contributing to the Grace Church team.
If you’re interested in rolling your sleeves up, serving under some of wonderful leaders and getting a once in a lifetime opportunity to passionately serve Jesus at the local church level, you’re at the right place.
Our vision to impact the world for Jesus won’t be accomplished by people just going through the motions and hoping to just build a resume. We want high energy individuals who are sold-out and passionate about using their gifts to advance the Kingdom, as well as challenging themselves to do things they’ve never done. So whatever training and experience you have, we have a spot on the team for you.
“Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress. Watch your life and doctrine closely.” 1 Timothy 4:15-16a (NIV)
Contact
If you have any questions or if you'd like to set up an appointment, you can email adam@gracelife.com.
Positions Available
Small Groups Curriculum Creator Intern: The Small Groups Intern helps create Small Groups Curriculum. This includes (1) writing/editing Small Group curriculum video scripts, leader materials, and participant materials that are clear, relevant, biblical, aligned with Grace Church values, and excellent; (2) videoing/editing/sound engineering/producing excellent small group curriculum videos; (3) researching best small group practices and curriculums from reputable churches; (4) designing the Grace Church webpages for optimal Small Groups Curriculum engagement; (5) helping produce excellent Small Group Curriculum Social Media content; (6) other miscellaneous Grace Church tasks/projects.
Grace Kids Children’s Ministry: An intern can generally expect to assist with weekend preparation tasks, participate in the curriculum development process, have the opportunity to be a coach or a team leader in an area of ministry, and propose a project of interest to oversee and run.
Grace Students High School Ministry: An intern can generally expect to coordinate and oversee weekly programming (e.g., Grace Students Wednesday Nights); assist in the coordination of special events and trips; attend weekly programming, trips, special events (e.g., Fall Retreat, Winter Retreat, Camp EXP) and conferences and planning meetings; have the opportunity to be a coach or a team leader in an area of ministry; participate in the planning and coordination of talks and lessons; and communicate with leaders, volunteers, and parents.
Creative Media Design & Production: An intern can generally expect to get hands-on experience in weekend and special event production, including lighting, sound, live video, and stage. Also, an intern can generally expect to work in a high demand, high output environment that provides training in our graphics and video departments. Interns must have a sincere interest in learning all aspects of the live production process with a positive attitude and friendly demeanor. Video Production interns must be able to adapt to a dynamic and always-changing schedule while maintaining a good attitude and a great work ethic. Video Production interns are those who are go-getters, have good communication skills, are able to adapt to last minute changes, and enjoy using their own initiative to get things done. Participants will gain experience in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, and After Effects. This is a volunteer-heavy team and the Production Interns must be able to work well with all types of people.
Ministry Internship: An intern can expect to operate within many different teams at Grace Church from First Impressions to Small Groups. This will include, but will not be limited to, working closely with team leads to execute strategy, coordinate events, oversee scheduling, equipping leaders, serving members, and making pastoral connects to build up the body of Christ. To be successful, there must be a willingness to help with any tasks assigned by a team lead, and be involved in upcoming projects as well as assisting with current initatives.
Internship Dates
Application Deadline – ON A ROLLING BASIS
Interviews – ON A ROLLING BASIS
Final Selections Made – ON A ROLLING BASIS
Internship Start – TBD
Internship Length – 2-3 months, 4 month, and 13 month internships are most common, all lengths are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply?
Will I hear from someone immediately after applying? You will receive an automated response after submitting your application and receive an email within 5 business days to schedule your interview.
What will be expected of me? Each intern will serve as a key member of a ministry team at weekend services and participate in campus/team weekly meetings. We also expect you to complete the Grace Church Membership process before starting your internship and comply with the Grace Church Employee Code of Conduct during the course of the internship.
Is there an age requirement for the internship? Potential interns must be at least 18 years old, high school graduates, and under the age of 40.
What does Grace Church provide each intern? Grace Church provides training, oversight, and the opportunity to grow and learn while building lives.
Is the internship paid? Generally no, but some positions offer a stipend.
What is a typical weekly schedule? Weekly schedules vary depending on your area of ministry, however, most schedules will involve serving at our 2 weekend services plus ministry area related events. Our weekly internship meeting/class is TBD, which is a requirement for all interns to attend.
What are the important dates I need to know about?
Application Deadline – ON A ROLLING BASIS
Interviews – ON A ROLLING BASIS
Final Selections Made – ON A ROLLING BASIS
Support Raising Starts – Two months before internship starts
First Internship Meeting – TBD
Last Internship Meeting – TBD
What is the length of the internship? 3, 4 or 13 months…or any length.
How many hours are expected? A minimum commitment of 20 hours per week is expected for each intern and 4 hours per week for class and homework.
Do I get time off? Yes, time off should be communicated and agreed upon between the intern and the internship program director.
Can I go to college during the internship? Of course! A lot of interns are college graduates and students.
How can I get college credit? If your college or university offers Internship opportunities, we will work directly with your counselors and/or professors to ensure you meet all the necessary requirements. Also, we recommend Grace College of Divinity for distance learning.
Do I need a car? Yes, transportation is required to participate in the internship program.
Do you provide housing? Housing is not provided.
Do interns become paid staff after the internship? It’s possible that interns could be brought on as paid staff after the internship, but a job shouldn’t be expected and it’s never a guarantee. We are looking for people that want to be on mission with what God is doing in and through Grace Church, whether that leads to job in the church or not. If you enter into a season of ministry as an intern and expect to be rewarded with a job, you will be frustrated.
Who is my boss? Each intern’s boss is the leader of the specific ministry area, but each intern also reports to the program director on a weekly basis.
What if I would like experience in more than one ministry area? Each intern will get some experience and perform some duties outside of his/her assigned area of ministry. We will schedule all interns to serve on multiple Sunday morning ministry teams throughout his/her internship, as well give each intern the opportunity to shadow staff members from various ministries. Also, interns may coordinate events and projects outside of assigned areas.
For all other questions, please contact adam@gracelife.com.