Hope Internships

Our Internships

Our Church Internship Programme exists to equip and inspire developing leaders of any age and stage by combining spiritual formation, hands-on ministry, and leadership development. Interns will grow in their faith, discover and develop their gifts, and gain practical experience across a variety of church and community ministries. We aim to raise up courageous, compassionate, and skilled leaders who are grounded in Christ, passionate about serving others and empowered to make a lasting impact in the church, the community, and the world.

  • We’re looking for people aged 18 and over with a strong Christian faith and a heart to serve, who feel called towards ministry, leadership, or community impact. As an intern, you’ll join a supportive team and grow through hands-on ministry, leadership development, and discipleship. The commitment includes three Sundays per month, three weekdays (or around 24 hours per week across two placement days and one development day), and being part of a fortnightly Life Group as we grow together in faith and purpose.

  • The Hope Internship programme is free for all who enrolled. This is not a paid internship and will have no salary. Accommodation, travel and personal devices (i.e laptop/tablet) are not provided. You will receive mentorship, teachings, spiritual guidance and access to the church resources throughout the programme.

  • Our ministry streams include:

    • Hope Hub

    • Rising Generations

    • Worship / Prayer

    • Media

    • Operations

    More information on these can be found in the next section.

  • Grow in faith, leadership, and spiritual maturity

    Gain hands-on ministry experience across multiple contexts

    Develop practical workplace and team skills in church and community settings

    Receive mentoring, guidance, and personal support throughout the year

    Build networks and relationships within a faith-based community

    Opportunity to explore vocation, calling, or future ministry pathways

  • Step one: Complete initial interest form - contacted by Kate for initial chat & sharing application

    Step two: Share further information through application process (Deadline: Sunday 5th April) 

    Step three: Informal interview (Dates: WB 20th April, internship confirmations by Monday 8th May)

  • 3 x Sunday mornings/ evenings per month
    3 x 8 hour weekdays/ 24 hours per week (2x placement days, 1x development day)
    Commitment to fortnightly Life Group

    Suggested Weekly Rhythm:

    Monday - Placement time
    Tuesday - AM - Placement time. PM - Teaching/ development time.
    Wednesday - DAY OFF
    Thursday - DAY OFF
    Friday - AM - Staff development/ prayer time PM - self development/ placement time
    Saturday - SABBATH
    Sunday - 3 weeks - serve on rotation of teams. 1 week OFF.

Ministry Streams