Various Internship Opportunities

Hosannalc; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Lakeville, Minnesota, is seeking an intern for a vocational ministry role. The intern will assist ministry teams with communication, event planning, and volunteer support, while also growing in their personal faith. Responsibilities include mentoring support, participation in planning, and aiding leadership. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree and have strong communication skills. This role requires flexibility for evening and weekend events, and involves extensive standing and participation in various ministry activities.

Qualifications

• A passion to humbly grow in ministry, serving others, and growing in personal faith.
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with different personalities and leadership styles.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership and mentor as needed in the ministry.
• Actively shadow mentor in all aspects of the assigned role.
• Support volunteer teams and leaders.
• Participate in regular conversations with internship mentors.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to take initiative

Collaborate well in cross-functional teams

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree - in process

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

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This internship role provides an educational opportunity to learn and develop the intern for vocational ministry. The intern will develop skills, allowing for improvement of existing skills and the development of new skills and experiences through mentoring and hands‑on opportunities to support the ministries at Hosanna. The intern will gain experience defining and implementing ministry plans, event planning, and developing and supporting volunteers.

Requirements

• Assist leadership and mentor as needed in the ministry.
• Assist with weekly preparations as assigned for the ministry.
• Provide research for ministry as assigned.
• Assist the assigned ministry teams with written communication to program attendees, families, guests, etc.
• Actively shadow mentor in all aspects of the assigned role, offering feedback to mentor as appropriate for learning opportunities.
• Participate in short and long‑range planning.
• Serve as a leader for assigned groups as necessary.
• Serve as a communicator for the ministry.
• Support volunteer teams and leaders.
• Actively participate at assigned programs and events.
• Attend appropriate staff and planning meetings.
• Participate in regular conversations with internship mentors.
• Adhere to educational requirements set forth by the college/university as appropriate, working closely with the assigned supervisor.
• Responsible for recruiting, developing, equipping, encouraging and leading volunteers and/or team of volunteers where appropriate within the ministry.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree - in process
• Experience with Google Suite - preferred
• A passion to humbly grow in ministry, serving others and growing in personal faith and discipleship making.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collaborate well in cross‑functional teams and projects across the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills in working with different personalities and leadership styles.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Schedule will include working evenings, weekends, and extended hours as required by ministry needs. This includes multiple Christmas Eve services and Easter.
• Extensive standing, walking and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive keyboard and mouse movement required.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.

A mature faith, a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, commitment to the Teaching Statement and ministries of Hosanna, a signed Hosanna Leadership Covenant, and submission to Biblical authority. Hosanna should be considered your church home during the internship program.