Downtown Church

our vision is to be the

W.O.R.D. Made Flesh

job description

Children’s Ministry has a vision to walk Hand-in-Hand with families and parents as they raise their children to follow and live as the W.O.R.D. Made Flesh. We believe that student interns have both talent & ideas that can help us fulfill that vision.

Vision: To be the W.O.R.D. Made Flesh. To be Worshipful, Obedient, Relational, Disciple-Makers
Position: Children’s Ministry Intern
Timeframe: Summer 2027

As a Children’s Ministry Intern, you’ll spend your summer working with and loving on nearly 150 kids age birth to 6th grade. The summer internship experience is designed for you to develop relationships with the students in our ministry. Over the summer you’ll have the opportunity to grow as a leader through the planning, organization, and participation in a wide variety of events and camps. In a typical summer we have:

  • Summer Carnival

  • VBS

  • Discovery Science Camp

  • Music Camp

In addition to these larger camps and experiences, you’ll also organize day-time activities on Tuesdays or Thursdays. You’ll also have the opportunity to teach one of our many Children’s Bible Classes on either Sunday morning or Wednesday Night.

The summer internship will run 10 weeks (exact start date to be discussed during interviews). During the internship, students will be expected to hold regular office hours and will have access to a dedicated office on campus during their hours. Students can expect to work 30-40 hours a week. Pay will be negotiated in interviews and will be in accordance with Downtown’s Apprentice & Internship Program.

what we’re looking for

  • Students with a love for kids.

  • Students who share a strong desire to share the gospel with and disciple the youngest in our congregation.

  • Students who are eager to jump in and serve in the life of our congregation.

  • Students who are organized, self-starters & initiators.

  • Students who are willing to learn and try new things.

  • Students who will agree to Downtown’s 6 Core Statement’s of Faith. Learn more here.

  • Students who are willing to call Downtown their church home while employed as an intern.

ready to apply?

  1. Fill out the form using the link below.

  2. After you fill out the form, we’ll send you an email with any next steps that you need to complete.

  3. All candidates that complete steps 1 & 2 will receive an in-person interview. If there are any additional next steps, a team member will communicate these to you.

apply here