Internships require students to be actively involved with local ministries. They give students the opportunity to see how ministry plays out in real life. This is an indispensable part of the training process.

Requirements for Students Enrolled in an Internship

• 112 hours must be completed over the course of the semester.
• Must be within a theologically like-minded local church context.
• Must be approved by the Director of Student Life prior to the beginning of the semester.
• Must be within an area of ministry that interests the student for possible future ministry with a strong emphasis on discipleship.
  

Timeline
At the time of class registration set up an internship with a ministry in your local church. When you register for you internship, submit the internship proposal form to the Director of Student Life for approval (proposals will not be accepted after the end of the second week of the semester). During the first week of your internship, begin by meeting with your ministry pastor to clarify your role and any specific goals or tasks for the semester. During the last two weeks of your internship, have your ministry pastor fill out your evaluation, make a copy for yourself, and turn in the original to the Director of Student Life for official completion of your internship.

Those already involved in ministry may use their volunteer position as an internship. Those not yet involved in ministry may pursue whatever area they desire at their local church. If you would like help with finding a ministry, please contact the Dean of Students.