intern
with us
SUMMER DEADLINE- FEB. 1, 2021
We have a great internship opportunity for students looking to gain real-life ministry experience! With both 3-month and 6-month programs, you are sure to leave CW equipped for ministry.
Jonathan Seller
Intern Class of 2006
“If you're looking for a church that will invest in you and show you practical ways to apply your faith in a local church setting with men and women that live what they teach, look no further than Colonial Woods Internship Program.”
Sarah Schoettle
Intern Class of 2013
“The internship allowed me to grow in my faith and allowed me to find the purpose that God has for my life. The staff and church body are so loving and personal. It is obvious that this internship is intentional and is meant to build disciples. I'd go back in a heartbeat.”
Sean Swanson
Intern Class of 2014
"My time at Colonial Woods granted me the opportunity to experience various aspects of pastoral ministry alongside the skilled, caring, and wise staff of the church. I grew in my understanding of how to care for people, my ability to preach, and my capacity to manage my time effectively. Because of this experience, I felt confident to lead and serve well as I stepped into my first lead pastor role out of graduate school."
Jen Miller
Intern Class of 2015
"My summer as an intern at Colonial Woods has a lasting impact on my life and ministry to this day! It was the first place that I experienced full-time ministry up close and personal. I can confidently say that my summer as an intern changed the trajectory of my life!"
Makayla Reimer
Intern Class of 2020
"This last summer I had the opportunity to intern with Colonial Woods Student Ministries. It was one of the most growing summers I have experienced. I learned so much about church ministry and definitely felt more affirmed in my calling by the end of the summer. It’s a busy summer, but you learn so much and you are not alone! The staff there is so willing to support and encourage you. By the end of the summer you will have learned so much!"
OUR PROGRAM
Colonial Woods is proud to offer an internship opportunity for students looking to fulfill college requirements and/or gain ministry experience. We offer both a 3-month and extended 6-month program. Both programs offer great ministry experience and diversity as well as a place to ask questions, explore and discover your passions.
Our internship program officially began in 2006 and we have had 48 interns learn with us since then. Many of those individuals are serving in full time ministry to this day (and some we even hired onto our staff!).
Our internship program offers various areas of focus- Worship, Youth Ministry, Children's Ministry, and Audio/Tech. Our goal is to give our interns a well-rounded experience so that when they leave here, they are ready to jump into ministry wherever God takes them.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Do I need a car?
Yes. You will need to make sure you have a vehicle for the summer. We have various events and locations we work from, so you will need transportation to get around with.
Is Colonial Woods part of a denomination?
Colonial Woods belongs to the Missionary Church denomination, headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana. You can learn more about the Missionary Church by visiting www.mcusa.org.
What does Colonial Woods believe?
We uphold the doctrine of the Missionary Church denomination, headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Go to www.mcusa.org for information on the Missionary Church, or here for more information on our core beliefs.
Where will I live?
As your host church, we will make sure you will have somewhere to stay. Generally for our female interns, you will be hosted by Pastor Katie Johnson in our church parsonage. For our male interns, a family in our congregation steps up as your host family. In both situations you will be provided your own room where you will stay for the summer.
Will I get paid?
Yes. This is a paid internship. We provide a summer stipend and also take a love offering at the end of the summer to bless you even further.
What makes your internship program unique?
Our internship program at Colonial Woods provides some unique opportunities and training that we believe will fully equip our students as they move into ministry in the future. Here are just a few things you can look forward to if you should intern with us:
Is this internship full time?
Yes. This will be a full time committment. You will be treated like a full-time staff member and so you can expect to work anywhere from 40-50 hours a week.
