Job Offerings

Positions available for Messiah College Youth Ministry Students

The following job descriptions are for summer-only positions. If you are interested in any of the following positions, please contact Stephen Gallaher at sgallahe@messiah.edu.

Summer Positions

Pennsylvania Christian Endeavor Intern Program

Gilbertsville, PA

 

I. Purpose/Objectives

A. To develop the leadership potential in young people - discerning God’s call to service and leadership.

B. To extend the mission of Pennsylvania Christian Endeavor: To lead youth and young adults to Christ and to equip them for Christian Service and Leadership.

C. To interface with public and private schools by offering our program to meet graduation requirements.

 

II. Rationale

Many people, in their post high school years, are searching their hearts and looking to God to determine how and where they can best serve Him. They may have little understanding of how God has gifted them for service and/or leadership. The PACE internship can be instrumental in helping people find their gifts and use them to impact their world for Christ.

Our staff and board have an unyielding commitment to preparing teens and young adults to take their rightful position as Christian leaders in their families, churches, schools, workplace, community and wherever else the Lord calls them to be His witness. Ultimately leading them put their Faith into Action.

 

III. Program Description

A. Length of internship will be 10 weeks. The following weeks are definite:

June ??- Orientation & Preparing for Internship

June 15- Prepare for Life Builders

June 22- Life Builders week 1

June 29- Life Builders week 2

July 6- Free - with assigned projects to be done

July 13- Summer Assembly

July 20- Free - with assigned projects to be done

July 27- Life Builders week 3

August 3- Life Builders week 4

August 10- Debriefing & Graduation

 

B. Accountability

1. Reports to: ____________________________________

2. Evaluated by: ___________________________________

 

C. Example of skills to be developed through service and leadership are:

1. Organization

2. Serving with integrity

3. Exhibiting a servant’s heart

4. Problem solving

5. Creativity

6. Public Speaking

7. Mentoring

8. Devotional Writing

9. Office support

10. Communication

 

IV. Responsibilities

A. Each intern will agree and sign a list of minimum responsibilities to be carried out. These are to be agreed upon between PACE staff and the Intern.

B. Develop a Spiritual Growth plan in conjunction with PACE staff.

C. Keep a journal of intern experiences and how the Lord has worked in and through the intern.

D. Exit Interview.

E. Ten (10) weeks of intern ministry, with a total of one (1) day off per week (2 mornings and 1 evening; or 1 morning and 2 evenings = totaling one day).

F. Jobs to perform may include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Hospitality - welcoming groups, creating a welcoming atmosphere, etc.

2. Event Development - set up & tear down, theme emphases, etc.

3. Office Support - keyboarding, room assignments, etc.

4. Organizing - keep track of tools, etc.

5. Group/Team Liaison - be a PACE rep. amongst groups and teams at events.

6. Video & Photography - taking video and photos to be posted on the web

7. MC - for programs and gatherings.

8. Technology - creating PowerPoint presentations, managing event technologies.

 

V. Cause for dismissal

A. Transporting teenagers without permission

B. Violation of teen commandments

C. Not fulfilling responsibilities as agreed upon

D. Insubordination

 

Application Process

A. Qualifications

1. Professes a faith in Jesus Christ

2. Lives the Christian life

3. Agrees with Pennsylvania Christian Endeavor pledge

4. Is at least 18 years of age

5. Attends a Christian church

B. Completes application form

C. Submits personal testimony between 150 and 250 words

D. Submits a statement of what they can contribute to Pennsylvania Christian Endeavor and what they hope to glean from the internship.

E. Submits letters of reference from at least one senior pastor or youth pastor and one other individual (not a family member)

F. Completes interview by PACE Staff

G. Submits child abuse and criminal history clearances from State Police

 

VI. Financial Arrangement

 

Funding

** Pennsylvania Christian Endeavor’s portion _$500_plus summer event registration fees, room and board ($2000 value) _____

** Amount to be raised by Intern __$2000_____ by _______________

 

Jobs Listed Below:

 

Pennsylvania Christian Endeavor Intern Program (Gilbertsville, PA)

DayBreak Kids - Summer Internship (Washington DC)

Summer’s Best Two Weeks - Camp Counselor (Boswell, PA)

United Methodist Church: Peninsula-Delaware Conference - Intern (Dover, DE)

DayBreak Kids - Summer Internship

Washington DC

 

DayBreak is looking for individuals who are committed to serving the Lord in the inner-city with time, energy, flexibility, and dedication in our summer internship program. This full time, residential internship is an extraordinary opportunity to gain knowledge of the critical issues that many of our children are facing in the inner-city, as well as develop an increased understanding of missions and ministry. You will be part of a team that will implement a summer program for students grades first through fifth. The DayBreak summer program includes an integrated curriculum of Bible teaching, academic enrichment, the arts, recreation, field trips, and more. Additionally, you will help facilitate mission teams as they serve in Lincoln Heights, as well as assist year round staff with ongoing needs that arise throughout the summer.

 

DayBreak started in 2001 with a group from the young adult ministry at McLean Bible Church who fell in love with the children and the community of Lincoln Heights. Lincoln Heights is a housing project located in Northeast Washington, DC and is a notorious crime hot spot in the District. Over the last several years, we have worked in conjunction with the housing authority in DC and the resident council in Lincoln Heights to create and run programs that are increasingly impacting the whole family; however, our primary focus remains serving children ages 4-15. This summer, we are implementing an expanded program that will offer students six weeks of full-day activities. We are excited about the increased opportunities to minister to children and families of Lincoln Heights.

 

Summer interns will receive a $2,000 stipend, are required to raise an additional $2,500 for housing, and may raise an additional $2,000 in personal support if so desired. Housing will be provided.

 

We are serious about developing you as a leader equipped for ministry. We are committed to your professional development through personal, professional and spiritual interaction with the staff of DayBreak Ministries. The internship begins on June 2nd and ends on August 14th.

Summer’s Best Two Weeks - Camp Counselor

Boswell, PA

 

Are you a high-energy, outdoor and sports lovin college-age student who loves the Lord and is looking for an opportunity to spend your summer in ministry? Are you looking to do more with your summer and be a part of something bigger than yourself by allowing Christ to use you to eternally impact the hearts and minds of today’s youth? If so, then we want you!

 

For over 3,000 campers every year, Summer’s Best Two Weeks is just that: the BEST two weeks of the summer! SB2W Lake Gloria, SB2W at the Que, SB2Wild, and SB2Dub Citikidz each offer unique opportunities for youth ages 8-18 to enjoy this incredible experience. We can’t wait for YOU to join us for the summer of 2008!

 

Summer’s Best Two Weeks is a residential Christian sports, recreation, and wilderness camp located in the heart of Western Pennsylvania’s Laurel Mountains. During the two week term, campers participate in a wide variety of activities, competitions, and wilderness adventures.

 

Our staff consists of over 240 hand-picked college leaders and a leadership team of full time and summer employees whose job is to minister to, coach, and love 3500+ campers over the course of a summer. Whether you are looking to be at our traditional sports camps or at our urban youth sports camp, our counselors are the most important component of camp.

 

SB2W Staff Training Dates

Ruddy Week (Work Week): May 15-May 22

Lifeguard Training: May 26-May 28

Trip Leader Training: May 22-May 26

High Adventure Training: May 28-May 31

Orientation Leaders Retreat: May 31-June 2

Orientation (mandatory): June 2-June 12

 

Term Dates

Summer One: June 12-June 20

First Term: June 22-July 4

Second Term: July 6-July 18

Third Term: July 20-August 1

Fourth Term: August 4-August 15

Family Weekend: August 15-August 17

ACAC Youth Camp: August 17-August 23

 

SB2Dub Citikidz

Orientation: July 20-July 26

Citikidz Terms: July 27-August 16

United Methodist Church: Peninsula-Delaware Conference - Intern

Dover, DE

 

Unique summer youth ministry internship opportunity!

 

The Peninsula-Delaware Conference of the UMC is hiring a youth ministry intern for the summer. The intern will work with the Director of Young People’s Ministries to lead conference level ministries. Some local church youth ministry experience (paid or volunteer) and some missions experience is highly desired.

 

-Intern will help run Mission Possible, a week-long mission camp for junior and senior high students.

 

-Other ministry opportunities may include some of the following: summer camp, annual conference, international missions, local church relations, and more. These opportunities will depend on the specific skills/interests of the intern.

 

-Position offers a $3,500 salary plus housing and expenses.

 

-08 grads are encouraged to apply.

 

The Peninsula-Delaware Conference is made up of approximately 465 United Methodist Churches in Delaware and the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The conference office is located in Dover, Delaware.

 

Please email questions or resume and cover letter by February 15, 2008 to Shane Hinderliter, Director of Young People’s Ministries, at shinderliter@pen-del.org.