Kids Ministry Leadership Internship
Lead the Next Generation
A year-long discipleship and leadership experience for high-school freshmen through seniors — equipping students to serve children, grow in their faith, and become Christ-centered leaders.
This is more than a volunteer opportunity. Interns are mentored by trusted adult leaders while making a real difference in the lives of children.
Students serve under the guidance of trained adult leaders in a safe, encouraging environment.
What Is It?
More Than a Place to Serve
The Kids Ministry Leadership Internship is a year-long opportunity for high-school students to grow through hands-on ministry, meaningful mentoring, practical leadership training, and Christ-centered community.
Interns learn how to welcome children, serve on a team, lead with humility, communicate clearly, and create spaces where kids can encounter Jesus and belong.
Serve With Purpose
Help children feel welcomed, known, and encouraged each week.
Grow as a Leader
Develop practical ministry skills, confidence, character, and spiritual maturity.
Be Mentored
Learn from trusted adult leaders who will coach, encourage, and pray for you.
Who It Is For
Is This for You?
This internship is designed for high-school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are ready to grow, serve, and lead.
- You enjoy encouraging and helping younger kids
- You want to grow in your relationship with Jesus
- You are willing to learn from adult leaders
- You can serve consistently during the school year
- You want leadership experience that makes a real difference
- You are ready to be dependable, teachable, and part of a team
“You do not have to have all the answers. You simply need a willing heart and a teachable spirit.”
Four-Year Pathway
A Leadership Pathway for Every Year of High School
Every student begins where they are and grows one step at a time. Our pathway gives students meaningful responsibility while ensuring they are supported and supervised by trained adult leaders.
Discover
Learn the heart of Kids Ministry, understand safety expectations, and serve faithfully as part of a team.
Examples
- ·Welcome children and families
- ·Assist with games and activities
- ·Help with worship motions
- ·Support adult small-group leaders
- ·Help prepare and reset ministry spaces
Build
Build confidence and practical ministry skills while taking small, supervised steps into leadership.
Examples
- ·Lead a game or icebreaker
- ·Help teach a memory verse
- ·Assist with crafts and activity stations
- ·Share a short testimony
- ·Help welcome new interns
Lead
Take greater ownership, co-lead ministry moments, and help create a welcoming environment for kids and families.
Examples
- ·Co-lead a small group with an adult
- ·Lead an opening activity
- ·Help plan a theme day
- ·Serve as a student team captain
- ·Support special events and family gatherings
Multiply
Invest in younger interns, complete a ministry project, and prepare for a lifetime of servant leadership.
Examples
- ·Mentor freshmen and sophomores
- ·Help lead intern huddles
- ·Assist with VBS, camp, or special events
- ·Create a ministry improvement project
- ·Build a personal leadership portfolio
What Interns Do
What Does an Intern Do?
Welcome Kids
Help every child feel safe, seen, and included from the moment they arrive.
Support Small Groups
Assist adult leaders as children learn, ask questions, and grow in faith.
Lead Activities
Help lead games, crafts, worship motions, and age-appropriate learning moments.
Build Relationships
Encourage children with kindness, patience, and Christlike care.
Serve the Team
Help prepare rooms, organize supplies, and create an excellent experience for families.
Grow in Leadership
Receive coaching, training, feedback, and opportunities to take the next step.
A Typical Month
A Rhythm That Works With School and Life
The internship is designed to help students grow without overwhelming their school, sports, work, or family commitments.
Serve Sunday
Serve in your assigned Kids Ministry role two to three Sundays each month.
Leadership Huddle
Gather once a month for food, connection, training, practical skill-building, and prayer.
Coaching
Receive personal encouragement and feedback from an adult ministry leader.
Grow and Lead
Apply what you are learning as you serve children, work with a team, and take on new leadership opportunities.
Schedule details may vary based on ministry needs, school calendars, and student availability.
Safety and Care
A Safe Place to Learn and Serve
The safety and well-being of every child, student, and family matters deeply to us. Student interns serve as supervised ministry assistants and are never expected to carry adult-level responsibility.
- Every intern receives clear safety and ministry training
- Student interns always serve alongside approved adult leaders
- Students are never left alone with children
- Clear communication and reporting procedures are in place
- Parents and guardians are included in the internship process
- Roles are designed to be age-appropriate, safe, and meaningful
Our goal is to create an environment where children are protected, families are confident, and students can grow into healthy servant leaders.
The Commitment
What We Ask of Our Interns
This internship is for students who want to take their faith, service, and leadership seriously.
Be Present
Serve consistently and communicate early when you cannot attend.
Be Teachable
Receive feedback with humility and keep growing.
Be Safe
Follow every Kids Ministry safety policy and involve adult leaders whenever help is needed.
Be Christlike
Treat children, families, leaders, and fellow interns with kindness, respect, and integrity.
Parent Information
For Parents and Guardians
We believe parents are essential partners in a student's spiritual and leadership development. The Kids Ministry Leadership Internship gives students a meaningful place to serve while providing clear expectations, trusted adult supervision, training, and ongoing communication.
- Parent/guardian permission is required before placement
- Students receive orientation and ministry training
- Adult leaders provide supervision, coaching, and support
- Parents will receive key dates, expectations, and communication information
- Student responsibilities are age-appropriate and aligned with church safety policies
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions, Answered
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are ready to grow in your faith, serve children, and become a stronger leader, we would love to walk with you.
Applications are reviewed by the Kids Ministry team, and students and parents will be contacted about next steps.
Apply Now
Kids Ministry Leadership Internship Application
We are excited that you are interested in serving with Kids Ministry. Please complete this form, and our team will follow up with you and your parent or guardian.
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