The Internship experience is designed to develop student athletes in discerning their calling and career while introducing them to various aspects of ministry through FCA. FCA Interns are collegiate volunteers who engage through FCA in a learning and developmental ministry experience during a summer or a semester. Interns who are serving through FCA are not employees and do not receive compensation by the hour or for production of their work. Interns serving with FCA may receive a nominal stipend for living related expenses during the course of the internship.
FCA internship experiences vary from location to locations; however, the primary goal of each internship is to develop the intern's understanding of his/her individual calling to ministry through related training and experience. Further information about each specific internship is available by contacting the FCA staff associated with this posting.
MINISTERIAL DUTIES
These responsibilities are critical to the FCA mission and this position plays a vital role in our ministry. FCA expects all functions and responsibilities outlined below to be carried out with a heart surrendered to serving God as a form of worship.
- Agree with, and abide by, FCA's Christian Community Statement.
- Follow a spiritual rhythm including daily prayer and Bible study to seek the Lord's will for FCA.
- Lead, conduct and provide spiritual leadership for staff, volunteers, coaches and athletes through prayer, Bible study, worship and living by example so they are equipped to serve others.
- Connect to and participate in a local church through worship and weekly involvement.
- Conduct yourself in a manner that affirms biblical standards of conduct in accordance with FCA's Christian beliefs (see FCA's Christian Community Statement) at all times.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND OVERVIEW (includes, but not limited to):
- This position is for summer interns only
- Works directly with the Area Director and other FCA staff members to facilitate a shared vision and mission of the ministry.
- Personal & Spiritual Development:It is our primary goal to help our interns grow spiritually. We do that in a variety of ways:
- Bible reading
- Book Reading: Select two-three books.(1-theology, 1-Ministry, 1-biography)
- Designated days of prayer (once per month) – includes prayer/quiet time, Bible study, journaling, worship
- One-on-one meetings with a staff person
- Campus Ministry
- Read the FCA Campus Playbook
- Connect with schools and coaches
- Camp Ministry
- Serve at FCA summer camps (Dates and locations TBD)
- Serve in specific roles to prepare for camps.Some examples include:
- Camp Store – order resources, set prices, schedule workers and keep track of inventory
- Digital Media – take pictures, make videos, etc.
- Registration – help with all things registration related
- Social Media – post promo items and camp pics on social media
- Follow-up – tally all camp response cards and follow-up as appropriate
- Coaches Ministry
- Read 3D Coach
- If time allows, watch the 3D videos
- Community Ministry
- Serve at local FCA fundraising events (FCA Golf Outing in May)
- Serve at local FCA sports chapel
- Fundraising and Administrative
- Send support letters before, during and after internship. These letters include personal updates, ministry updates, and financial information.
- Interns assist in various general administrative activities in the office.
