Paid Summer Internship -

Paid Summer Internship -

Discipleship, Adventure, Ministry Experience

Dive into our 12-week Summer Internship—serve, lead, and grow through hands-on ministry and weekly discipleship!

ENCOUNTER — SUMMER INTERNSHIP

Emphasis: Discipleship, Adventure, and Ministry Opportunity

Dates: May 15th- Aug 15th, 2025 (2025 dates TBD)

Weekly Hours: Approximately 12 hours a week during in-town weeks; hours will increase when on-off for summer camps

Compensation: $1000

Program Details: Our Summer program is a front line opportunity to serve in Open Door Fellowship’s Summer Events. By being an ENCOUNTER intern, you will be a vital part of our week-long Vacation Bible School (VBS), Kids Camp, Junior High camp, High school Camp, and Summer Camp Work Crew. Along with your involvement in these events, you will also participate in an instructional growth program centered around Gospel. In this program you will learn things like how to lead small groups, how to answer difficult questions, and how to lead youth in a Bible study.

When not on-site at a Summer Camp or youth event, you will become an important part of the church. Working alongside ministry leaders and helping support Sunday morning services. You might help in children’s ministry or youth ministry, or you might join the welcome team or serve ice-cold water. Regardless of where you serve on Sunday mornings, you will have a role in creating a welcoming environment and culture at our church. The end-all goal of our ENCOUNTER Summer program is that you would gain a deeper understanding of what this life in Christ is all about. That you would leave feeling equiped, strengthened and excited about bringing the good news of Jesus wherever the Lord takes you.

To apply for the summer internship, please click the “apply” button at the bottom of the page. (Must apply by March 31st, 2025)

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What are People saying?

  • “Creating opportunities for young men and women to discover their calling in vocational ministry is vital for the health of the future church. There is an increasing need for the development of mature gospel-focused leaders.”

    Caleb Lynch - Lead Pastor

  • "My summer internship with Open Door was a life-changing experience that deepened my faith through hands-on ministry work, meaningful mentorship, and a supportive Christian community that inspired me to live out my purpose in Christ."

    Sam Poppen -2024 Intern

  • "My summer with Open Door, completely transformed my faith, skills, and heart through hands-on ministry and a supportive Christian community."

    Taylor White - 2024 Intern

  • "Working at Open Door Summer Camps was challenging but incredibly rewarding. The long days tested me, but seeing the kids grow and thrive made it all worthwhile. I’m grateful for the chance to make a difference in their lives."

    Carrisa VanBoglen- 2023 Intern

Questions?

Info@odfchurch.org

602.242.4414

Mon-Thurs 9am-4pm