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Friends Church

Internship

Yorba Linda, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Pastor of Internship About Friends Church Friends Church is a growing, multi-generational community located in North Orange County, California. We are committed to becoming a community of authentic ...

Friends Church

Internship

Yorba Linda, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Pastor of Internship _____ About Friends Church Friends Church is a growing, multi-generational community located in North Orange County, California. We are committed to becoming a community of ...

Every Nation

Local Church Internship

Brentwood, TN

... Pastor. After this program, you may or may not be hired to your church staff. * The local church ... The internship timeline is a maximum of two years. * Will be required to complete an online Every ...

Every Nation

Local Church Internship

Brentwood, TN · On-site

... Pastor. After this program, you may or may not be hired to your church staff. * The local church ... The internship timeline is a maximum of two years. * Will be required to complete an online Every ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for pastor internship in the United States is $19.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Pastor Intern, you need a foundational knowledge of theology, strong interpersonal skills, and a sincere commitment to serving others, often supported by enrollment in or completion of seminary or religious studies. Familiarity with church management software, presentation tools, and basic office applications is beneficial. Outstanding communication, empathy, adaptability, and the ability to build trust with diverse groups are crucial soft skills for this role. These qualities ensure that the intern can effectively support church functions, minister to congregants, and grow as a future church leader.

What kinds of responsibilities can I expect during a Pastor Internship?

As a Pastor Intern, your responsibilities typically include assisting with worship services, leading or supporting small group ministries, participating in community outreach, and providing pastoral care under supervision. You may also help plan events, work with youth or children's ministries, and engage in administrative or organizational tasks. Interns often collaborate closely with senior clergy and church staff, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of church leadership. This exposure offers valuable insight into the daily workings of ministry and can help you determine your areas of interest and growth within a church setting.

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A Pastor Internship is a training program for individuals preparing for pastoral ministry. It provides hands-on experience in preaching, teaching, counseling, and church leadership under the guidance of experienced pastors. Interns may assist with worship services, outreach programs, and administrative tasks while developing their theological and leadership skills. This role helps interns gain practical insight into pastoral responsibilities and deepens their calling to ministry.

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College & Young Adults Pastor

Fondren Church

Jackson, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

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PURPOSE:
The College & Young Adults Pastor (CYAP) inspires college students and young adults, with a specific emphasis to men, toward deeper involvement and community at F/C, providing them with the next steps to get there. This includes ministry execution, teaching, ministry planning, facilitating gatherings, and providing care.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Responsibility #1: Facilitate regular College Gatherings and Groups
  • Plan, develop, promote, communicate, teach, and lead regularly scheduled gatherings for College Students.
  • Identify, develop, and equip leaders to lead college students in discipleship and community.
  • Direct systems of assimilation for College Students to participate in ministry-specific groups.

Responsibility #2: Facilitate regular Young Adult Events and Groups
  • Plan, develop, promote, communicate, teach, and lead regularly scheduled gatherings for Young Adults.
  • Identify, develop, and equip leaders to lead Young Adult groups in discipleship and community.
  • Direct systems of assimilation for Young Adults to participate in groups.

Responsibility #3: Direct Discipleship of College Students and Young Adults
  • Provide ongoing pastoral care and spiritual counseling for College Students and Young Adults in the ministry and larger community through systems of regular meetings.
  • Execute a leadership development system of recruitment, equipping, and ongoing resourcing for leaders and volunteers to be key influencers to those in the ministry.
  • Participate in Groups Ministry communication, planning, training, and initiatives.
  • Direct the Summer Internship Program to encourage participants' spiritual growth, vocational aspiration, and leadership development, while involving them in our church's ministries.

Responsibility #4: Connect unconnected College Students and Young Adults to the
Ministries
  • Maintain and grow an on-campus presence at local colleges and universities.
  • Identify and engage college students and young adults who attend weekly worship services yet are not connected to the ministries, and execute strategies to connect them.
  • Utilize effective communication to promote and champion the ministries and stories.

Responsibility #5: Assist in the organization of trips and events for discipleship
  • Participate in scheduling, promotion, communication, and coordination of mission trips and potential additional trips, retreats, community service events, and/or conferences for college and young adults.
  • Demonstrate that missions are a high priority within the ministries, modeling and fostering a strong commitment to both local and global missions.

Responsibility #6: Evaluate the ministry and manage the budget
  • Evaluate the key performance indicators for the ministry and manage the budget.
  • Report findings, diagnose problems, and find solutions.

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