MW NextGen InternshiP 2024

Mountain West is a thriving and diverse church located in Northeast Atlanta. Our vision is to help One More experience hope by taking their next step towards God.

Apply for our paid MW NextGen Summer Internship and get hands-on experience while operating a high-level ministry environment. During this internship, you will get experience in:
  • Youth Gatherings (Students or Kids)
  • Event Planning
  • Leading Small Groups
  • Ministry Administration
  • Team-Building
  • Leadership Training

Important Information
  • Dates: June 3rd - August 5th, 2024
  • Payment: Weekly Stipend
  • Housing: Host Home

Internship Opportunities: Which NextGen Ministry are you interested in?
MW Kids
MW Kids is made up of three different areas: Nursery/Preschool, Elementary, and Special Needs. As an intern, you will be assisting our staff in preparing for Sunday Gatherings, Summer Camp, and special events.
MW Students
MW Students is our middle & high school ministry. As an intern, you will be assisting our staff in preparing for Wednesday night and Sunday morning Gatherings, Summer Camp, and special events. Additionally, you will help plan and execute summer fellowship activities and Student Bible studies outside of normal Wednesday and Sunday Gatherings.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the core values of the program?
The Internship program at Mountain West is committed to establishing Biblical foundations, experiential learning, and fostering growth in the three C’s of leadership: character, competency, and communication.

Are there a limited number of internship positions available? 
In 2024, we intend to cap our worship internship class at 5 participants.
 
As an intern, will I get paid?
Yes, our internship is paid, and you will benefit in a number of ways. We want to share our knowledge on leadership skills, ministerial pitfalls, communications skills, departmental hands-on practicums, missions experiences and so much more.
 
Is this program accredited?
Our program is not not intended to be a replacement for traditional college. If you are already enrolled in college ,we may be able to arrange accreditation. Please let us know in advance, and we can help you with this!
 
Am I required to have a laptop?
Yes. Every intern will do personalized work in various departments as well as keep up with course work and study. We also utilize a great deal of video-based teaching from our friends at RightNow Media.
 
How many hours does this program require?
Our interns will work around 35 hours per week. Our typical work week is Sunday through Thursday. This number will fluctuate on weeks that we have special events or conferences. We all pull together to get those done. 
 
Is housing provided for interns?
Yes. Host families are available on a first come, first serve basis. More information regarding housing is provided in your acceptance packet.
 
Who will teach these classes?
You will learn from our dynamic pastors and staff. We are blessed to have a highly educated and seasoned team in our church who is willing to pour into the next generation of leaders. Each course has a facilitator who does the bulk of instruction and curriculum assignment. They may also pull from our other team members to share their expertise. Be prepared to learn from the whole Mountain West team!

Why am I required to have my own transportation?
You may be asked to serve at various locations and will need to be able to maintain your own schedule.
 
 Can I take time off?
The program itself is only nine weeks long, so we discourage time away. However, if it is absolutely necessary, time off can be addressed on a case-by-case basis. 
 
What happens if I need to leave in the middle of the term?
We understand that life happens. If you need to leave in the middle of your term with us, simply discuss this with your Internship Director. They will help you make the arrangements needed to return home and take care of whatever is pressing. Withdrawal from the program does not automatically exclude you from enrollment in the future.
 
How do I apply for the Internship?
We have a three step application. The first is a completed online application for enrollment. Click on the button below to start. The second step is a video essay explaining why you feel this is the best next step for you. The third step is a letter of recommendation from your pastor detailing why we should choose you to be in our next class of interns at Mountain West Church.
 
What should my application video include?
We want to get to know you! In your video, introduce yourself with your name, age, why you want to be a part of the Internship. Also share any specific skills you may have that may help us direct you to a specific study track. But don’t just tell us about those skills! Show us!
 
Who can I contact if my question wasn’t already answered?
Send us a quick email at [email protected] and we will find an answer for you as quickly as possible!
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