Posted 2.2.12

• QUALIFICATIONS: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The requirements described below are representative of that of which an intern encounters while performing the essential functions of the internship. Must have high level of computer knowledge including email, word, excel and web-based programs.
• Ability to be on one's feet for extended periods of time.
• Ability to get around the facility, grounds and community to carry out assignments.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to tolerate up and down movement including reaching above and below shoulder height.
• Communicates orally and in writing with residents, families and Lighthouse team members.
• Will involve occasional overnight stays.

DUTIES: Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Student Intern will effectively perform in three main disciplines:  Life Enrichment, Sales/Marketing and Operations.  Life Enrichment entails duties that will enhance the quality of life for our beloved residents across a variety of activity driven programs.  The intern will assist in planning and implementation of the Life Enrichment program.   The Sales & Marketing functions will involve assisting the Community Relations Director with move-in coordination, outbound and in house sales & marketing activity, database management, and sales effectiveness. The intern will gain knowledge and experience across all operation functions including but not limited to scheduling, accounts payable, invoicing & collections, purchasing, and building management. 

LOCATION: Minnesota - Cloquet/Barnum, Columbia Heights, Mahtomedi, Superior, Waconia

DAYS/HOURS: T-Sat. 9-5ish

WAGE: if taken for college credit, pay is $5 pr/hr, if not for credit, it's unpaid

CONTACT:  Scott McCutcheon at smccutcheon@npseniorliving.com

Posted 1.30.12

DESCRIPTION: Bethany House Publishers is a Christian fiction and nonfiction book publisher located in Bloomington, Minnesota. A summer internship with Bethany House is designed to give candidates a glimpse into the world of Christian publishing from one of the leading houses in the industry. Interns will have the opportunity to experience a variety of roles and functions during their time. This program is designed not only as excellent work experience but as an invaluable, firsthand opportunity for career planning.

This is an unpaid position open only to students currently enrolled in college. Students must work with their college or university to allow this internship to count for college credit. The intern program managers will partner with the intern to complete necessary materials to assist interns in receiving school credit.

Tasks to include reading and responding to queries, reviewing manuscripts, proofreading, market research, copywriting, maintaining databases, and special projects. Interns will be given the opportunity to attend strategy and planning meetings, shadow professionals in various departments, and provide opinions on creative projects. Our goal is to have the intern leave the program with a broad understanding of the Christian book publishing world.

Program Overview:
Duration — 10 weeks from early-June to mid-August, depending on school schedule
Hours — 10-15 hours a week

Program Requirements:
Candidates must be enrolled in a four-year bachelor’s degree program, entering their junior or senior year. They must be majoring in English, Creative Writing, Journalism, Communications, or a related degree program.

To Apply: Candidates should submit their resume, a letter of recommendation from a professor in a related field, and a one-to-two page personal statement explaining why they are seeking an internship in publishing, why they are applying with Bethany House Publishers specifically, and a personal background highlighting any previous related experience and/or classes.

One student will be selected for the program. Preference is given to candidates living in the Twin Cities.

All applications may be mailed to:

Bethany House Publishers
Attn: Internship Program
11400 Hampshire Avenue S.
Bloomington, MN 55438

All materials must be received by March 30, 2012.

Posted 1.19.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Applications are limited to:  Current or graduated students enrolled in academic institutes and studying towards a journalism, conservation, photo, video or design major; Self taught aspirant photo and videographers who can prove that they have achieved a reasonable level of expertise
• DUTIES:  The Oceans Research and Fiona Ayerst Underwater Photography Internship Program introduces to aspiring wildlife photographers and videographers (especially, but not limited to, those interested in Underwater Photography as a career)  the opportunity for practical training to enhance career prospects in these challenging fields.  As an intern you can expect to be part of highly motivated teams specialising in the collection, production and sale of wildlife and underwater photographic and video media. Specifically, interns will receive opportunities within various wildlife and underwater platforms to produce photographic portfolios for selected clients, specialist training in underwater and wildlife photography techniques, instruction in photographic and video post production, and career guidance into how to develop from an enthusiastic amateur level to a professional photographer who is selling their work and making a paying career out of this niche and historically closed and difficult field of work. We conduct our projects in some of the world’s most challenging, beautiful and remote environments. The project demands significant practical responsibility from participating interns, however, the demands are well within the capabilities of most students, and whilst being challenging, is both enjoyable and exciting. Interns will be important members of a focused and dedicated team, and partake in shoots for clients. This is an opportunity to learn hands-on how to become a successful freelance photographer, how to win clients and make sufficient income from your art to enable you to continue travelling and shooting!  You will experience the frustrations, the highs and the lows, and the achievements associated with making photography your career, all of this in the challenging environment that is Africa. 
• LOCATION:  Mossel Bay, South Africa
• DAYS/HOURS:  Full-time for 1 to 3 months
• WAGE:  unpaid
• CONTACT NAME:  Rijanah @ internship@fionaayerst.com

Posted 1.19.11

• TIME: June 10 – August 4, 2012
• LOCATION: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
• WEBSITE: www.DCinternships.org
• PRIORITY DEADLINE: February 7, 2012
• FINAL DEADLINE: March 7, 2012 
• SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING AVAILABLE: Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies and held at Georgetown University, the Institutes combine substantive internships for 30-35 hours a week, courses for academic credit, site briefings and lectures led by prominent policy experts.
• SUMMARY: These fast-paced, eight-week residential programs provide students from around the world with opportunities to gain the edge in today’s competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.

SAMPLE PAST INTERNSHIP SITES

• Public Policy, Economics and International Affairs
• Congressional Offices
• Educational Initiative for Central and Eastern Europe
• Federal Agencies
• Foreign Embassies
• International Foundation for Election Systems
• Southern Governors’ Association
• Journalism, Communications and Public Relations
• Crosby Volmer Public Relations
• Gannett News Service
• Politics Magazine
• NBC Nightly News
• The Washington Examiner
• WTOP News Radio
• Corporate Business and Government Affairs
• Aerospace Industries Association
• Healthcare Leadership Council
• NASDAQ
• Siemens, Corp.
• Visa USA, Inc.
• Nonprofit and Community Service
• Bread for the City
• Doorways for Women and Families
• Hispanic College Fund
• Share Our Strength
• Literacy Volunteers and Advocates
• Student Conservation Association

PROGRAM ELEMENTS

• Internships – Competitive placements with top sites in DC
• Classes – Up to 9 transferable credits from Georgetown University
• Housing – Roommate matching and furnished on-campus apartments in the heart of DC
• Guest Lectures – With Washington’s top policy and industry experts
• Site Briefings – At the State Department, Capitol Hill and World Bank
• Leadership & Professional Development – Leadership, mentoring and career building activities 
• Networking – Interaction with seasoned professionals and hundreds of other student leaders from around of the world
• Scholarships – Approximately 70% of students receive generous awards based on merit and financial need
• APPLICATION INFORMATION - Students will be accepted on a rolling basis until the Final Deadline of March 7, 2012. Students applying by the Priority Deadline of February 7, 2012 will be given preference in admissions and priority scholarship consideration.
• FOR MORE INFO/TO APPLY: please visit our website www.DCinternships.org or contact us at admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384.
• INFO BROCEDURE: https://www.DCinternships.org/tfas/brochure/index.asp

Posted 1.17.12

• SUMMARY: 8-week summer program that merges a real-world internship with a high-impact mission trip. Our goal is for each participant to gain a first-hand understanding and genuine excitement for how God can use their skills for 21^st century ministry. Our interns work on important projects with real-world expectations. They only fetch coffee when they want some for themselves. A team of motivated professionals- many with extensive industry experience- puts interns in a fast-paced business environment that will challenge them to grow. We arrange meetings with Christian business leaders from Silicon Valley to give these young professionals the opportunity to interact with those who are shaping the future. The program continues outside the office with staff who coordinate personal and spiritual development—and make sure they are having a lot of fun, too!
• FOR MORE INFO: www.facebook.com/siliconmission or email us at svdm@gmomail.org

Posted 1.10.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Pursuing College Degree or has Received College Degree -Hard-worker -Self-Motivated
• DUTIES:  We are a residential custom home building and renovations company, located in Wayzata, MN. We are looking for a hard worker to help assist in daily office tasks.  Activities would include, updating social media websites, creating marketing material to current and new clients, scheduling, problem-solving, and communicating estimates and job status to sub-contractors and staff.  If you are looking for an Internship that will stand out from the rest on your resume with real-life business skills and knowledge, please call us.
• WEBSITE: www.hendelhomes.com
• LOCATION:  Wayzata, MN
• DAYS/HOURS:  Flexible
• WAGE:  TBD
• CONTACT NAME:  Amy Hendel @ amy@hendelhomes.com

Posted 1.9.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Excellent written and oral communications skills. Third or fourth year college students preferred (but not required). Highly motivated and enthusiastic with an ability to effectively handle a high number and variety of tasks at once. An ability to work as a team player while also being a self-starter that can independently accomplish tasks. Previous political experience preferred (but not required). Available to work 10 (part-time) to 20 (full-time) hours per week Basic computer and Microsoft Office proficiency

• DUTIES:  Promoting campaign outreach efforts by communicating with constituents, attending meetings/events, and drafting correspondence Campaign Research Office/Volunteer Management Helping with the production and dissemination of party communications

• LOCATION:  Minneapolis

• DAYS/HOURS:  M-F, 9-5

• WAGE:  unpaid

• WEBSITE: www.minnesotaformarriage.com

• TO APPLY: Applicants should send a cover letter (indicating availability) and resume to Grassroots Director Tim Gould at tim@minnesotaformarriage.com. If you have any questions, please contact Tim at 612-367-4588 or tim@minnesotaformarriage.com We are accepting applications through January 31, 2012. 

Posted 1.9.12

• SUMMARY: An internship at Dolphin Research Center provides an exciting opportunity to pursue your goal of a career in the marine mammal field. Step “behind the scenes” for 16 to 18 weeks to learn the daily operations of a marine mammal facility and receive valuable on-the-job training even though you do not work directly with the dolphins.

• QUALIFICATIONS: Be at least 18 years old. Read, speak, and understand English. Be physically fit, able to life 50 pounds. Work outside in the Florida Keys heat, sunshine, and humidity. Arrange their housing, food, and local transportation (Remember that this is a tourist destination and the cost of accommodations varies depending on the season). Keep a daily journal. Meet weekly with their intern coaches. Develop goals relative to their areas of interest or study focus.

• THREE INTERNSHIP SESSIONS A YEAR IN DEPARTMENTS OF: Animal care and training; education; research; special needs (including Dolphin Pathways Program); visual communication

• DAYS/HOURS: 40 hours a week, 4 days per week in their department and one day in the Volunteer Resources pool supporting other areas of DRC’s operations

• WAGE: do not receive monetary compensation, but the experience is priceless

• TO APPLY: Send a resume, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation

• APPLICATION CLOSING DATES: Winter (January-April)- October 1; Summer (May-August)- Februrary 1; Fall (September-December)- June 1

• FOR ADDITIONAL INFO: Email drc-vr@dolphins.org or (305) 289-1121 ext. 230

Posted 1.9.12

• SUMMARY: Get paid—gain experience. You need a job. Companies want experienced people. Start your experience with Lab Support, a recognized leader in the scientific staffing industry. GENESIS paid internships help with your educational expenses, provide a unique opportunity to strengthen your resume, and build translatable experience that speak to future hiring managers inside and outside the company of internship. A GENESIS internship helps you establish relationships with a network of industry professionals.
• LOCATION: Minnesota & USA
• DAYS/HOURS: TBD
• WAGE: TBD
• WEBSITE: Labsupport.com
• TO LEARN MORE: Call 800.536.3293

Posted 1.9.12

• SUMMARY: The mission of Youth For Understanding is to prepare young people for their responsibilities and opportunities in a changing, interdependent world. YFU is on the forefront of fostering cultural understanding for and respect for differences for our next generation of leaders through international education. Youth For Understanding (YFU) is a non-profit international educational organization with programs in 64 countries. One of the world's oldest, largest, and most respected exchange organizations, YFU has exemplified excellence in exchange worldwide since 1951. The YFU USA National Office is located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area with five district offices throughout the United States. A global network of YFU staff and volunteers, subscribing to a common set of quality program standards, helps our students every step of the way. YFU USA is currently accepting resumes for multiple internship positions from current college students and recent graduates. Youth For Understanding is a leader in the field of international student exchange, with sixty years experience in inbound and outbound programming. The International Student Exchange Placement Interns will assist YFU USA fields in the International Student (IS) placement effort. Interns may also help organize the pre-departure orientations for American Overseas (AO) students and the re-entry/post-arrival orientations for international students.
• QUALIFICATIONS:  Undergraduate or Graduate students or recent graduates with major or degree in: International Studies, Marketing, Sales, Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism/Mass Communications, Education, Foreign Language or related field. Intern must have own laptop or desktop computer, cell phone, and transportation to worksite. Selected candidates must successfully pass criminal background check. Positive personality, flexibility and dependability essential.  Ability to be self-directed and work independently or as part of a team essential. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. Excellent telephone etiquette and customer service skills.  Word processing & database operations skills. Ability to travel and adjust work schedule including work occasional weekends a plus.  Willingness to engage with people of diverse backgrounds and build relationships around the exchange opportunity. Cross cultural living experience and/or knowledge of a foreign language preferred but not required.  Ability to handle multiple tasks, set deadlines, and maintain accurate records.  Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Problem solving skills including the ability to resolve conflicts and recommend an appropriate course of action and ability to stay poised under pressure.
• DUTIES:
• Assist with marketing inbound YFU USA International Students (IS) and outbound American Overseas (AO) as directed. Marketing efforts to include school presentations, volunteer meetings and open houses.
• Assist with making phone calls and email communication with potential host families, school administrators, reference checks, volunteers, AO parents.
• Assist in maintaining complete and accurate student records and files for IS and AO applicants. Inform director of missing and incomplete documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of district/field mailings.
• Support the documentation process and review of all required documents submitted to meet Department of State compliance requirements.
• Assist in recruiting volunteer and host families by promoting opportunities and networking within local businesses and diverse communities.
• Support strategic outreach goals by developing and cultivating partnerships within communities at the local level.
• Creating marketing outreach lists including, but not limited to, church groups, school personnel, clubs.
• Assist in organizing AO pre-departure orientation. Activities would include mailing information to families and students. Assist with conducting orientation sessions.
• Assist in organizing IS re-entry & post arrival orientations. Activities would include mailing information to families and students. Assist with conducting orientation sessions.
• Other assignments as determined by the immediate supervisor.
• WEBSITE: yfuusa.org
• COMPENSATION: $100 stipend per month (up to maximum of $600) to offset incidental costs
• LOCATIONS: Many positions available
• California: Long Beach/Lakewood
• Colorado: Denver
• District of Columbia: Washington/Bethesda, MD
• Georgia: Atlanta/Conyers
• Iowa: Des Moines
• Kentucky: Lexington/Versailles
• Maryland: Bethesda/Washington, D.C.
• Michigan: Saginaw, N. Muskegon, Ann Arbor/South Lyon, Auburn Hills/West Bloomfield/Waterford
• Minnesota: Greater Minneapolis (Excelsior, Mound & Little Canada)
• Missouri: Kansas City/Lee’s Summit
• North Carolina: Chapel Hill/ Carrboro
• Ohio: Columbus/Delaware
• Oregon: Portland/Beaverton
• Tennessee: Nashville/Hendersonville
• Texas: Lubbock/Slaton, Arlington/Grand Prairie
• Virginia: Norfolk/Virginia Beach
• REPORTS TO: Field Director, District Director or District office staff member as assigned
• DATES OF SERVICE: Spring – Summer 2012 (Approximate dates: February 21st - August 31st)
• DAYS/HOURS: Availability of 12 – 20 hours per week; flexible schedule. (Preference will be given to candidates willing to commit to at least 16 hours per week.)
• TO APPLY: Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume (noting the preference in internship location). One paragraph in the cover letter should answer the following question: How does an internship with Youth For Understanding USA match your educational goals and/or future career plans? Submit as attachments to one email by Friday, January 20th, 2012 to internships@yfu.org.

Posted 12-20-11

• QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of eCommerce solutions, website design (HTML), creating multiple product listings for various ways to sort product descriptions. Good communication skills--verbal and written. Heart for building the Kingdom through this ministry.
• DUTIES: Art 2 Heart (www.ourart2heart.org) is a volunteer-led non-profit organization with a gift shop in Hamel, MN.  The mission is "connecting hearts and transforming lives through creativity" and all profits go to women and children in lost, vulnerable, or forgotten circumstances around the world, focusing on impoverished countries.  The strategic initiative in 2011 has been "Release and Transform", focusing on young men and women rescued from human trafficking/prostitution.
• Art 2 Heart is looking for an intern to help in re-vamping our website, to be an integral part of the decisionmaking team to identify, test, and implement a new eCommerce solution.
• We welcome your interest, and will give you flexibility in helping shape and direct this project based on your experience with website design, eCommerce solutions, and search engine optimization.
• LOCATION:  at home, part of time in Hamel, MN
• DAYS/HOURS: Hours are flexible, and much of the work can be completed at home or school. Gift shop is in Hamel (west of Plymouth), but meetings with leaders can be held where convenient for intern.
• WAGE:  Volunteer
• CONTACT:  Peggy Quirk @ PeggyQuirk@gmail.com

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

2. Friendly demeanor & pleasant telephone voice.

3. Patience and good listening skills.

4. Must be comfortable with a multi-line phone sys tem.

5. Ability to handle incoming and outgoing mail.

6. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and email.

7. Business casual dress and good personal grooming.

DUTIES: 

Work as a part of the TreeHouse team to aid in corporate office projects and perform the front desk responsibilities of answering the telephone and receiving visitors.

1. Provide main office reception coverage.

2. Welcome and receive office visitors.

3. Assist with data entry, filing, copying, and corporate office projects.

4. Schedule conference room use and help with meeting set up.

5. Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and work with postage machine.

6. Send documents via federal express and faxes.

7. Meet regularly with supervisor to review administrative operations of the office.

Additional Information:

1.  We are looking for Fall Semester, Spring Semester, and Summer Interns. (8-40 hours/wk) 2. Training will be made available.

How to Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to Angela Rightler at arightler@treehouseyouth.org or mail to 5666 Lincoln Dr., Suite 201, Edina, MN 55436

LOCATION:  Edina, MN

DAYS/HOURS:  8:30 - 5:00

WAGE:  Unpaid

CONTACT NAME:  Angela Rightler @ arightler@treehouseyouth.org

Posted 1.23.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Basic knowledge of computer and data entry.
• DUTIES:  Help children k-6th who are inexperienced with computers. Assist students with proper keyboarding techniques. Familiarizing students with basics educational websites (we have a list of them provided). Supervise the computer lab to make sure children are being respectful to the equipment.
• LOCATION:  1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, Mn 55411
• DAYS/HOURS:  9-5 flex
• WAGE:  volunteer
• CONTACT NAME:  Sarah Fischer@ sfischer@hhyd.org

Posted 2.2.12

QUALIFICATIONS:  Some college preferred

DUTIES: Commissioned: Saddleback Church Leadership Academy (www.saddleback.com/academy) provides powerful, real-world, practical, relevant ministry leadership experience leading to a Certificate of Ministry Leadership and/or a Master's Degree in Ministry Leadership

LEAD
Spend a year learning to lead Saddleback Church ministries. Gain valuable and actual leadership experience.

LEARN
Learn about the Leader, the Vision, and the Work of Ministry Leadership through specially designed training.

LEAN
Lean on Saddleback pastors and staff to mentor you in your leadership and your faith.

ACCELERATE is a one-year, full-time apprenticeship designed for leaders who are called to staff leadership at a an existing church, a multi-site campus, or a church plant in children's ministries, student ministries, worship arts, small groups, or church administration. Accelerate offers practical hands-on ministry leadership opportunities working with Saddleback Church's staff, as well as access to some of the most respected church pastors and ministry leaders in the country.

Apprentices will be engaged in at least 40-50 hours of weekly hands-on ministry leadership training and 3.5 hours of weekly classroom training centered on learning and developing healthy personal leadership habits, a healthy philosophy of ministry leadership, and healthy methods or ministry leadership. This combination of hands-on real world experience with specialized training in methods and strategies combines to create a healthy leader, which is at the heart of a healthy church.

 We don't believe that you have to have a certain major, or attend a certain college to be a ministry leader. We want to equip and empower people of all majors, degrees, and colleges to pursue their calling and desire to lead and serve in ministry.

FOCUS AREAS:

Adult Ministry
-Adult Small Groups (including online small groups) -Women's ministries -Men's Ministries -Single's Ministries -Couples Ministries -Work Place Ministries -20s/30s Ministries

 Children's Ministry
-Nursery
-Pre-school
-Elementary

Student Ministries
-Junior High
-High School
-College age

Worship

-Student Ministry Worship
-Adult Worship Arts 

Management
-Church Administration

Note: Some ministry areas require specialized talents and skills. These would be a requisite for apprenticing in that ministry.

ACCELERATE Certificate of Ministry Leadership: Upon completion of the program, Apprentices will be awarded a Certificate of Ministry Leadership from Saddleback Church.

Masters of Ministry Leadership-Degree Option Unique to the Saddleback Church Leadership Academy, ACCELERATE Apprentices have the opportunity to earn their Masters of Ministry Leadership

The Master of Ministry Leadership degree (MML) is a professional degree designed for men and women who have a bachelor’s degree and are Saddleback Church Leadership Academy ACCELERATE Apprentices. The focus of this degree is on developing servant leadership skills for local church ministry.

WHO: ACCELERATE is designed for:
Current college student or recent college or seminary graduates who are pursuing a church staff ministry role. Current church staff members who are seeking to significantly upgrade their ministry skills and experience.

WHAT:

Leading: Full-time, 40-50 hour a week, un-paid residency. The exact schedule is worked out with a ministry team leader based on the needs of the specific ministry a participant will be involved with. The emphasis will be on developing effective leadership through hands-on leadership opportunities.

Learning: Receive 3.5 hours of weekly classroom training that develops healthy personal leadership habits, a healthy philosophy of ministry leadership, and healthy methods of ministry leadership. We focus on who you are as a leader, the vision of a leader, and the work of leading.

Leaning: Grow as a leader and as a disciple of Christ through a close mentoring relationship with Saddleback pastors and staff.

How:
Discover (Months 1-4)
Develop your understanding of effective ministry leadership, strategies, and methods through hands-on, practical, relevant leadership opportunities.

Develop (Months 5-8)
Continue developing as an effective leader while you increase your skills, and gain more leadership experience as we walk alongside you.

Deploy (Months 9-12)
Spend 4 months on a Saddleback multi-site church campus leading your ministry and putting all your skills, strategies, methods, and knowledge to work.

LOCATION:  Lake Forest, CA
DAYS/HOURS: full-time, varies
WAGE:  unpaid
TO APPLY CONTACT:  Rob Jacobs at (949) 609-8289 or robj@saddleback.com

Posted 2.2.12

World Relief Nashville is a Christian, refugee resettlement organization. Each year we welcome hundreds of refugees from around the world who are coming to the Nashville to start their lives again after facing persecution and violence in their home countries. Interns assist in accomplishing our mission and vision to see refugees transformed socially, economically and spiritually.

Intern objectives focus on building relationships with local refugee families through development programs. Interns get a full resettlement agency experience as they work alongside our staff. The Intern Immersion Program’s three main components include:

·         Resettlement Work

·         Relationship-Building

·         One project-based community or development initiative

We are looking for interns who have a heart for cross-cultural ministry and a desire to use their unique gifts, skills and knowledge to serve a vulnerable population.

For a comprehensive description and application, please visit www.worldreliefnashville.org/intern-immersion

Our application deadline is February 13th, 2012. Ideal candidates include those pursuing social work, international studies and ministry degrees.

The deadline is quickly approaching. Please don’t let this deter you. We can be flexible.

Posted 1.24.12

• SUMMARY: Working With At-Risk Youth. Are you interested in working with At-risk youth in a community and camping ministry?  Would like to make a difference by sharing God's love with hurting youth? Summer Internship with Timber Bay, a community and camping ministry to at-risk youth in Minnesota. Extensive Training Included. Training based on 40+ years of working with youth in the areas of: at-risk youth, developing relationships and going deeper spiritually, discipline/hostile kids, and dealing with tough situations.

• DUTIES: Community ministry. Weekly large groups and Bible studies. Community activities and lead small groups.

• One-on-one mentoring. Interaction with Timber Bay staff and volunteers. Build relationships with youth who are      at-risk. Assist Timber Bay full-time staff with activities and programs.  Retreats.

• WAGE: Support Raising. Training for support raising included
• LOCATION: MN Locations
• TIME PERIOD: May 29 through August 3, 2012

• TO APPLY: go to: https://sites.google.com/a/timberbay.org/internships/ or e mail Paul Miller @ miller@timberbay.org

Posted 1.20.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Able to work with a flexible schedule. Good people person. Reliable and committed. Good written and verbal skills. Has computer knowledge in Microsoft. (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). Has a strong desire to learn. Have own transportation or able to take the bus.
• DUTIES:  Printing reports. Over see ULC program. Organizing/data entry. Making contact with schools and parents. Working without supervision.
• LOCATION:  1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, MN 55411
• DAYS/HOURS:  9-5 flex
• WAGE:  volunteer
• CONTACT NAME:  Sarah Fischer @ sfischer@hhyd.org

Posted 1.20.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Willingness to work with urban kids. Able to work a flexible schedule. Has a strong desire to learn. Has to be a team player. Good written and verbal skills. Must have own transportation or able to take the bus to 1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, MN 55411
• DUTIES:  Assist with grading students papers. Willing to work in groups of 3 to 4 students. Keep records of students progress. Administering tests/evaluations to a small number of students. Help set up and maintain order in the classroom. Make or prepare educational materials. Schedule field trips. Provide or suggest creative ways to inspire learning
• LOCATION:  1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, Mn 55411
• DAYS/HOURS:  9-5 flex
• WAGE:  volunteer
• CONTACT NAME:  Sarah Fischer @ sfischer@hhyd.org

Posted 1.20.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Willingness to work with urban kids. Able to work a flexible schedule. Has a strong desire to learn.     Has to be a team player. Good written and verbal skills. Must have own transportation or able to take the bus to 1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, Mn 55411
• DUTIES:  Assist with grading students papers. Willing to work in groups of 3 to 4 students. Keep records of students progress. Administering tests/evaluations to a small number of students. Help set up and maintain order in the classroom. Make or prepare educational materials. Schedule field trips. Provide or suggest creative ways to inspire learning
• LOCATION:  1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, Mn 55411
• DAYS/HOURS:  9-5 flex
• WAGE:  volunteer
• CONTACT NAME:  Sarah Fischer @sfischer@hhyd.org

Posted 1.20.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Front desk intern duties will be to assist in making copies. Keeping the area surrounding the main front clean and neat. Making fliers. Typing up small paper work. Answering phones
• DUTIES:  Willing to work in a busy environment. Reliable and committed. Good written and verbal skills. Have own transportation or able to take the bus.
• LOCATION:  1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, Mn 55411
• DAYS/HOURS:  9-5 flex
• WAGE:  volunteer
• CONTACT NAME:  Sarah Fischer @ sfischer@hhyd.org

Posted 1.20.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  Able to work with a flexible schedule. Able to work without supervision. Reliable and committed. Good written and verbal skills. Has computer knowledge in Microsoft .(Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Has a strong desire to learn. Have own transportation or able to take the bus
• DUTIES:  Volunteer Coordinator Intern will work aside the Volunteer Coordinator and help with organization, contacting new and returning volunteers, talk with volunteer groups, set up orientation with volunteers and other duties upon request. Assist with updating volunteer information. Contacting potential or returning volunteers. Making copies. Data entry. Provide or suggest creative ways to inspire volunteers.
• LOCATION:  1220 Logan Ave N. Minneapolis, Mn 55411
• DAYS/HOURS:  9-5 flex
• WAGE:  volunteer
• CONTACT NAME:  Sarah Fischer @ sfischer@hhyd.org

Posted 1.20.12

• QUALIFICATIONS:  No experience necessary, just a love for Christ, the growth of His Kingdom and camp ministry.
• DUTIES:  The focus of the internship is to give a well rounded experience in camp ministry.  Interns will have a role in all areas of the camp; programming, promotion, housekeeping, maintenance and much more.  The other focus of the internship is on discipleship. 
• WEBSITE: www.campjim.org
• LOCATION:  Pillager, MN
• DAYS/HOURS:  5 days a week, 8 hrs. a day
• WAGE:  $1,000 per month and housing
• CONTACT NAME:  David Gielow @ david@campjim.org 

Posted 1.17.12

• SUMMARY: 8-week summer program that merges a real-world internship with a high-impact mission trip. Our goal is for each participant to gain a first-hand understanding and genuine excitement for how God can use their skills for 21^st century ministry. Our interns work on important projects with real-world expectations. They only fetch coffee when they want some for themselves. A team of motivated professionals- many with extensive industry experience- puts interns in a fast-paced business environment that will challenge them to grow. We arrange meetings with Christian business leaders from Silicon Valley to give these young professionals the opportunity to interact with those who are shaping the future. The program continues outside the office with staff who coordinate personal and spiritual development—and make sure they are having a lot of fun, too!
• FOR MORE INFO: www.facebook.com/siliconmission or email us at svdm@gmomail.org

Posted 12.23.11

• QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant is required to be a devoted Christian who believes in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior and believes that the Bible is the inspired, infallible word of God.  Short-term mission’s experience is required and international missions experience is preferred.  Local ministry experience within your community, church, or school is necessary.  Applicants should be selfless, ministry minded, hard working, energetic, reliable, flexible, enjoy working with people, and need to be a team player. Interns should be available to work in Belize from June 10 – August 10, 2012.
• DUTIES: Thirst Missions is looking for college-age interns to join our summer staff in Belize during the dates of June 10 – August 10, 2012. Each intern will be an integral member of our 3-4 person leadership teams as we host churches from North America each week.  We will be staying with the participating teams across the country of Belize and be providing each of them with a 7-10 day mission trip in Belize.  Responsibilities could include lining up ministry opportunities and ministry sites, restaurants, recreation, and transportation. Other responsibilities might include preparing breakfast and snacks, leading worship and debriefing, participating and leading meetings, and generally guiding each church’s trip.  Our goal is to use each team member’s strengths and interests to best serve the churches and groups.
• LOCATION:  Belize
• DAYS/HOURS:  7-10 DAYS
• WAGE:  unpaid
• CONTACT:  Jason Pfingsten at 651-925-2354 or jason.pfingsten@thirstmissions.org
• TO LEARN MORE: thirstmissions.org 

Posted 12-23-11

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  •A love for God and a passion to see others come to know Him fully.
  •An attitude of service to others and a willingness to carry it out in a variety of ways.
  •A desire to live and work in community and invest in relationships.
  •A willingness to be challenged in an intensive learning environment.
  •An agreement to be held accountable, and to give healthy and honest feedback when necessary.
• DUTIES: Our highest goals for your time with us are that you gain a greater sense of who God is and who you are in Him. We believe that as Christians our life is our ministry. God will call some to vocational ministry, others to the marketplace, and others to work in the home. Our objective is to help you explore where God is calling you to live His love out to others, and to equip you for a life of ministry. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow in both a classroom and hands on work environment in the following areas:
  •Personal Discovery and Development: Receive mentorship, serve others, live in community, examine your gifts and personality traits, step into various leadership positions, and press further into who God has created you to be.
  •Bible and Ministry Training: Dig more deeply into God’s written Word, take time to be still and hear God’s voice, explore your heart for ministry, and take a closer look at your personal experience with Jesus as your savior and how to share Him with others.
  •Wilderness Skills Training: You will be trained and equipped to serve as a guide in the areas of: white water rafting and kayaking, rock climbing, backcountry travel (winter and summer), challenge course, and horsemanship.
  •Opportunities to Minister: Most will be as staff on our wilderness trips, carrying out the ministry content as well as guiding. You will also host retreat groups and serve at ministry wide events.
  •Operations: Learn about and help operate an adventure and retreat based ministry through office administration, food provisioning, equipment repair, and facility projects.
• LOCATION:  Leavenworth, WA
• DAYS/HOURS:  flexible
• WAGE:  inquire upon interview
• TO APPLY: Get an application, watch videos, and get more information by visiting our website: www.yd.org/stonewater/jobs or
• CONTACT:  Shane Land @ 509-763-3161or sland@yd.org

• QUALIFICATIONS:  All applicants must love kids, care deeply about hurting families, and have a personal faith in Jesus Christ which is compatible with TreeHouse’s statement of faith and philosophy of ministry. It is strongly preferred that applicants are in their junior or senior year of college or have completed their college degree, preferably in social work, psychology, education, youth/family ministry or a related field. This is a paid internship based on applicant's ability to raise financial support through his/her personal network.
• DUTIES:  (12-week summer or extended school year positions, full-time) Does your heart break for at-risk teens? TreeHouse is a Christian outreach ministry that offers hope, guidance, and unconditional love to teens—and it may be just the place for you! TreeHouse interns learn and develop ministry skills for work with at-risk teens.  Internships allow students to apply acquired knowledge and concepts to real life problems experienced by youth, parents, and families. Interns receive in-depth training and mentoring in this hand-on youth ministry role. Our competitive, full-time summer and school year internships are ideal for students considering careers in youth ministry and may also interest candidates with backgrounds in psychology, social work, education, and communication. Interns experience every function of our regular staff positions including teaching, leading trips and weekly gatherings, and one-to-one direct service/ministry with students. Primary Objective of Position: This position is primarily responsible for providing guidance, mentorship, and support to teens through mentoring relationships.
• INTERNS WILL LEARN: To assess the needs of teens; To use reflective listening skills in a support group setting; To design and implement Teen Hope lesson plans; To develop appropriate and meaningful one to one relationships; To manage time effectively, develop professionalism and set and maintain boundaries; To plan and implement youth trips and/or activities; To use conflict resolution skills; To manage crowds and set boundaries for participants; To integrate spirituality into programs that includes many non-Christians and unchurched teens; To observe and facilitate support groups;To network with community agencies and churches; To work with youth from a family systems perspective within the TreeHouse model of outreach; To bridge gaps between teens and parents, having learned a ‘systems’ approach to teens and their problems
• TO APPLY: Interested candidates should go to www.treehouseyouth.org (Get Involved, Careers drop-down menu), complete application and submit along with their cover letter and resume to employment@treehouseyouth.org. Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email and share your calling to ministry in the letter.
• LOCATION:  Minneapolis Suburbs
• DAYS/HOURS:  Days/Night/Weekends
• WAGE:  Based on applicant's ability to raise financial support through his/her personal network.
• CONTACT NAME:  Angela Shultis @ employment@treehouseyouth.org

QUALIFICATIONS: At least 21 years of age.

• Must have deep, central relationship with Jesus Christ compatible with TreeHouse Statement of Faith, ability to meet the need of family, and to function as a member of good standing in a community of believers.

• Minimum of 2 site visits and an interview with Program Manager required. This is for observation, to meet staff and youth, to ask questions, and to explore fit.

• Acceptance subject to completed application, personal references, criminal background check, motor vehicle background check, and sexual misconduct forms.

• Commit to Going Deeper ministry for one year.

DUTIES: 

1. Plan on arriving at TreeHouse at 6:30 and stay through One-to-One time (approximately 10:00p.m.).

2. Use the informal time between 6:30 and 7:00 (before programs start) to interact with TreeHouse youth and build relationships.

3. Lead/assist a teaching component from the Going Deeper lesson (small group discussion, talk, game, skit, etc) 4. Be willing to help out with crowd control as needed.

5. Weekly one-to-one with teen following Going Deeper.

6. Participate in Multi-Area Trainings

    • TreeHouse Philosophy

    • Building Relationships with At-Risk Youth

    • Creating Safety Through Discipline,

      Teamwork, and Crowd Control

All volunteers who are willing to drive TreeHouse vehicles to transport youth to and from programs should be encouraged to do so. Van Driver Safety Training is required to drive youth in TreeHouse vehicles.

Complete Annual Review with Program Manager

How to Apply:

Send cover letter and resume to Angela Rightler at arightler@treehouseyouth.org or mail to 5666 Lincoln Dr. Suite 201, Edina, MN 55436.

LOCATION:  Twin Cities Suburbs

DAYS/HOURS:  5-15 hrs/wk evenings

WAGE:  Unpaid volunteer

CONTACT NAME:  Angela Rightler @ arightler@treehouseyouth.org

QUALIFICATIONS: 
• Must have deep, central relationship with Jesus Christ compatible with TreeHouse Statement, ability to meet the needs of family, and to function as a member of good standing in a community of believers.

• Minimum of 2 site visits and an interview with Program Manager are required to become a volunteer. This is for observation, to meet staff and youth, to ask questions, and to explore fit.

• Acceptance subject to completed application, personal references, criminal background check, motor vehicle background check, and sexual misconduct forms.

• Commit to support group ministry for one year. 

DUTIES: 

1. Plan on arriving at TreeHouse at 6:30 pm and stay through processing.

2. Use the informal time between 6:30 and 7:00 pm (before programs start) to interact with TreeHouse youth and build relationships.

3. Follow plan for learning how to facilitate support group.

Level one - involves observation of support group, little participation.

Level two - Co-facilitate – help with group rules, check-in, and actively participate in group.

Level three - Facilitate support group and work with co-facilitator.

4. Be willing to help out with crowd control as needed.

5. Weekly one to one with teen following Support Group and before Processing.

6. Participate in Multi-Area Trainings

    • TreeHouse Philosophy

    • Support Group I

    •Support Group II (6 months to 1 year after SG I) All volunteers who are willing to drive TreeHouse vehicles to transport youth to and from programs should be encouraged to do so. Van Driver Safety Training is required to drive youth in TreeHouse vehicles.

Complete Annual Review with Program Manager

LOCATION:  Twin Cities Suburbs

DAYS/HOURS:  5-15 hours/wk/evenings

WAGE:  Unpaid volunteer

CONTACT NAME:  Angela Rightler @ arightler@treehouseyouth.org

• DESCRIPTION: We are looking for interns to join us for a 1-month, 3-month, or 12-month internship in our cultural and educational center in the heart of Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina. Our center focuses on building relationship with young professionals and families through English, cooking classes, music and the arts.
• Previous cross cultural experience is a plus but not necessary. We welcome summer interns but are also in great need of ESL teachers and interns to help us throughout the academic year as the majority of our full-time programs run from September to May.
• DAYS/HOURS: TBD
• LOCATION: Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina
• WAGES: All positions are volunteer and support must be raised
• CONTACT: Petula Myers at izvorsarajevo@gmail.com for more information and application