Internship Program
Internship is a training and proving ground for emerging leaders. During your Internship, you will accumulate valuable experience, mentors, and knowledge that will prepare you for stepping into the next phase of your God-given calling. Our desire is that your internship gives you the experience and training you need to take your next steps in living a life that matches your unique gifts with God’s specific purpose for your life.
| Apply by: | To start on: |
|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | August 20, 2026 |
| November 1, 2026 | January 21, 2027 |
Our Objective/mission:
- To provide in-depth, hands-on, ministry experience to those who may feel called to full-time ministry.
- To facilitate personal growth and development of the intern; to learn and grow in leadership capacity, communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
Our priority is the personal maturity and growth of the intern, not completing tasks or duties.
Intern tracks
Accounting
Administrative Assistant
Children’s
Ministry
Communications/
Social Media
Dream Team/
Service Teams
Human
Resources
Outreach and
Missions
Pastoral
Service
Production
Students/
Young Adults
Video
Worship
Perks of the Internship:
- Attend a once-a-week Internship class focused on ministry development and leadership
- Assigned a mentor for the duration of the internship
- Weekly meeting with your ministry-focus department supervisor
- Attend a one-a-week Victory staff prayer & teaching
- Participate in and lead a small group
- Community with others in your Intern class
Frequently Asked Questions:
Are there any application requirements?
- Currently serving on a volunteer team at Victory or at your local church
- Faithful history of tithing at Victory or your local church
- A completed Associate or Bachelor Degree
What qualifications are you looking for in interns?
Previous ministry and leadership experience are preferred, and experience in the desired ministry focus area is favored. We value attitude, flexibility, a sense of humor, and the ability to work within a team environment.
How long is the internship?
We have two options available: 6 months or 1 year.
Are these paid positions?
No, the internship program positions are unpaid.
How much does the internship cost?
The internship is free.
Is housing provided?
Interns are ultimately responsible for finding their housing. However, we will do everything we can to help you find free or affordable housing.
Is transportation provided?
No, interns are responsible for providing their own transportation.
Can I work elsewhere while interning?
Yes, just make sure the responsibilities do not conflict.
How many hours a week is the internship?
The internship is 25 hours a week, including serving weekend services. Interns are required to serve Easter and Christmas Eve services as well as Encounter Conference and Kid’s Camp.
What does a typical week of the internship look like?
Wednesday
- Intern Class – leadership and ministry development focused
- Mentor Meeting
- Department Work
Thursday
- Staff Prayer & Teaching
- Department Supervisor Meeting
- Department Work
Sunday
- Serve at assigned campus
How will I know if I’ve been accepted into the Post-Grad Internship?
After submitting an application, candidates will be contacted with next steps.
Host Home
Would you like to be a host home to an intern?
Host families commit to hosting an intern or student for approximately six months to a year (length of stay on a case-by-case basis). Intern or student must maintain active enrollment and involvement with the Internship Program to keep residence within the Host Home.
General Information:
Internship Program staff will pair host homes and students upon review and agreement of the following criteria:
Host Home Requirements:
- Must be members of Victory Family Church.
- Undergo a background check (provided by Victory Family Church).
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must be a smoke-, drug-, and alcohol-free environment.
- If you own a pet please make us aware, in case the host student has any allergies.
- Provide a fully furnished bedroom in close proximity to a bathroom.
Host Home Is Not Required:
- To be a homeowner, but must receive written consent from your landlord to allow another tenant.
- To be married; however, you will be paired with an intern of the same gender.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What does it mean to be a host home?
A host home is a short-term housing option that provides a safe living environment to a student or intern that comes to Victory from out of state.
Do I get paid to be a host home?
No. This is not a paid position.
Do I have to buy groceries and/or cook for the intern or student?
You are not required to. The intern or student will provide their own groceries and cook their own meals. However, you are more than welcome to cook or provide meals for them.
I have kids, can I ask the intern or student to babysit for me?
No, unless the intern or student offers they are not expected to babysit.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please email ChurchNetwork@lifeatvictory.com.