About the role#
This internship focuses on learning the fundamentals of college campus ministry. It is designed for students currently enrolled in a four-year or community college who wish to develop their leadership skills, spiritual understanding, and ministry experience. This is a paid, part-time position.
What you'll do#
- Participate and engage fully with the campus ministry team to cast vision and contribute to ministry plans.
- Teach students to love, study, and apply Scripture to their daily lives.
- Promote the mission on campus by seeking opportunities to proclaim the Gospel and guiding chapters in strategic thinking.
- Model and assist students in growing their appreciation for diverse cultures and ethnicities.
- Encourage a prayerful lifestyle among students.
- Serve as an ambassador of InterVarsity to ministry partners and churches by discussing mission efforts and accomplishments.
- Engage with supervision and training provided by staff ministry trainers.
What you'll need#
- You are a follower of Jesus Christ and are able to annually affirm the InterVarsity Statement of Agreement.
- A developing passion for evangelism.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, including initiative, cultural awareness, and strong communication skills.
- Current enrollment in a college or university (third-year students and higher are eligible for four-year or community college placements; second-year students are eligible for community college placements).
Location & details#
- Location: California (Greater Los Angeles area, Pepperdine Greek).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This position is funded through personal fundraising. Actual compensation varies based on the individual's ability to secure a donor team.
About InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1941. It operates campus ministries across the United States, maintaining 1,121 chapters on 772 college and university campuses. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the organization employs 1,616 people. Its work focuses on student leadership, spiritual development, and campus fellowship.
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