About the role#
This internship focuses on learning the fundamentals of college campus ministry at Valparaiso University. Interns work to develop leadership skills, grow in biblical knowledge, and mature as disciples while discerning a potential call to ministry service. This role is intended for students currently enrolled in a four-year or community college.
What you'll do#
- Participate in the campus ministry team to help cast spiritual vision and direction.
- Contribute to team plans for spiritual growth and transformation.
- Teach students how to study, love, and apply Scripture to their daily lives.
- Promote the mission of the organization on campus by proclaiming the Gospel.
- Model and assist students and faculty in growing in their appreciation for diverse ethnicities and cultures.
- Serve as an ambassador for the organization to ministry partners and local churches.
- Engage with supervision and training provided by staff ministry trainers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a four-year or community college.
- Status as a follower of Jesus Christ and a willingness to annually affirm the organization's Statement of Agreement.
- A developing passion for evangelism.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, including initiative, self-awareness, cultural competence, professionalism, and teamwork.
- Strong communication skills and an eagerness to learn.
- Preferred academic backgrounds include Sociology, Psychology, or Communications.
Location & details#
- Location: Valparaiso University, Indiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position funded through personal fundraising. Actual salary is dependent on the individual's ability to secure a donor team to cover the cost of the salary.
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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