Applications for our
Undergraduate Intern Program are due
Sunday, April 7, 2013.
We have two internship tracks geared towards people desiring hands on experience in a church ministry setting. No filling coffee cups or filing papers, these internships will allow you the opportunity to be an integral part of the Flood Staff!
Undergraduate Intern Program:
College students that serve 20 hours per week from Aug-May. If you are interested and want to learn more, or fill out an application, scroll down below.
Undergraduate Intern Coordinator:
Kate Jackson
[email protected]
858-268-2330
Graduate Intern Program:
Full time position beginning in August, designed for people who would like to pursue (or are pursuing) full time ministry, including seminary education.
If you are interested and want to learn more, or fill out an application, click here.
**We are not currently accepting applications for the Graduate intern program**
Graduate Intern Coordinator:
Eric Lehman
[email protected]
858-268-2330 x311
Why does our Internship Program exist?
The Flood Internship Program was created for three reasons. First, we are a church committed to training, equipping and empowering men and women to be effective leaders in the Church. The Church is in desperate need of qualified and gifted leaders to effectively lead her in the 21st century. Secondly, we are a rapidly growing church facing unique ministry challenges. We need capable, competent and committed men and women who can join the staff and serve the needs of the Flood body. Whether you have a passion for children, youth, college students, young adults, families, media, arts or administration, there is certainly a place for you to lead and serve at Flood! Lastly, Flood desires to pioneer a church planting movement. We hope that through these internships, leaders would emerge with a passion and ability to launch new “Floods” in other strategic cities.
Undergraduate Internship Program Details
College can be an exciting and challenging time. The experiences are rich and life changing, and the decisions that you make will certainly impact your future for a lifetime. This program is specifically designed to help you become an effective minister and leader within your community, including the Church. While pursuing your education, you will be a part-time staff member at Flood.
Though your job description at Flood will be vast and varied, the goal of the program is to help prepare you for whatever will come after college. You will be placed in an area of ministry of your choosing and be matched with Staff members for the year who will serve as your mentor and supervisor.
Though this Internship is unpaid, we will gladly assist you in raising financial support to help cover any necessary expenses and/or provide you with some extra spending cash. We will also happily work with you and your University to ensure that the program fulfills official internship requirements or credits to help toward graduation.
***New Addition to the Internship***
If you would like to continue your intern experience through the Summer you can apply for the two month Malawi Intern Exchange program at our sister church, Flood Malawi. If you are one of the four selected for the Malawi Intern Exchange team, 50% of your expenses [approximately $2,500] will be subsidized by Flood. If you are selected for the Exchange team AND you commit to another year serving as an intern at Flood San Diego for a total of 2 years, 100% of your expenses will be subsidized [not including deposit and safari expenses]. Your acceptance to both the Flood Malawi Intern Exchange and the second year of the internship will be contingent on the approval of your supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma
- Enrolled at an accredited college or university
- Desire to serve and support Flood Church
- Commitment to Jesus Christ
HOW DO I APPLY?
There is a thorough application process that will help us get to know you better and also allow us to see your desires in ministry. To begin, simply complete the following items below and return by Sunday, April 7, 2013.
Application Materials
Application: Access and submit the online application by clicking here.
2 Reference Forms: access and submit the online reference forms by clicking here.*
-one must be from a pastor or ministry leader (volunteer or paid)
-one must be a personal reference of your choosing that is not a family member
*Note: People supplying references will need to be instructed to find this webpage and fill out the reference form here online.
Integrity Statement:
Integrity Statement
Please print, sign, and return to the Flood Offices with attention to Kate Jackson.
Flood Office
Attn: Kate Jackson
3878 Ruffin Rd. Ste. B
San Diego, CA 92123
Picture: Please attach a picture and send it in with your integrity statement.
Once you have submitted your application in full, please confirm that we have received all of your application materials by emailing [email protected].
Once all forms are completed and turned in, qualifying applicants will be invited to interview with members of the Flood Staff. At this point, final decisions will be made and we will notify you via email and/or a phone call regarding the results. If selected for the program, you will then receive your ministry assignments and expectations.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER…
Sunday, March 3, 2013: The Undergraduate Intern Application opens.
Sunday, April 7, 2013: All application materials are due.
April 8-12, 2013: If you are selected for the interview process of the application, you will interview with Flood Staff sometime this week.
April 22-26, 2013: If you are selected to continue in the application process, you will have a second round of interviews with the Flood Staff, sometime this week.
Sunday, May 5, 2013: If you are selected for the Intern Program, there will be a mandatory orientation from 4-6pm.
August 22-23, 2013: The program officially begins and ALL interns are required to be available these 2 days for special welcoming events.
May 31, 2014: 1 year internship concludes.
Mid Jun-Mid July, 2014: Optional Malawi Intern Exchange
WHERE WILL I BE SERVING?
There are a variety of ministry opportunities and needs at Flood. We have compiled a list of a variety of jobs that are currently available for interns. These job descriptions are brief, so if you have any questions simply email Kate.
Please refer to this list when filling out your application. Please note that you may possibly receive more than one staff assignment, and that all Flood Staff participate in a variety of administrative and support roles. We are also open to the possibility of new “positions” and ministries not listed on this page. If you have ideas, just let us know on your application.
LIFE MINISTRIES
Flood Kids Craft and Administrative Coordinator
Serve as an integral member of the Flood Kids support staff
Oversee crafts and administration for the ministry
Be available to serve in our Flood Kids environments on Sundays
Flood Kids Event Coordinator
Serve as an integral member of the Flood Kids support staff
Oversee the planning and execution of events for kids and families
Available to serve in our Flood Kids environments on Sundays
Middle School
Serve as an integral member of the Flood Youth Team
Help create environments to connect, reach, and minister to Middle School students
Tech/media/administrative skills are helpful, but not required
Build relationships with students and their families
High School
Serve as an integral member of the Flood Youth Team
Help create environments to connect, reach, and minister to HIgh School students
Tech/media/administrative skills are helpful, but not required
Build relationships with students and their families
College
Serve as an integral member of the college support staff to help run the weekly College Community Group
Become a ministry team leader of one or more of the following: outreach, small groups, hospitality, production, and worship
Minister to college students, help plan events, and do administrative work
Post College/Career (do not need to be in this life stage to apply)
Help lead teams that will plan and execute events that will reach this community
Unique speaking opportunities are available
Couples and Families (do not need to be in this life stage to apply)
Serve as an integral member of the couples and families support staff (you do not need to be married or have children)
Work with couples and families, help plan events, and do administrative work
Men’s
Serve as an integral member of the men’s support staff
Help enact the vision through logistics at various Men’s events and activities
Women’s
Serve as an integral member of the women’s team
Help to create and execute women’s events
Prayer
Help envision, plan, and execute prayer initiatives
Serve as the Prayer Communications Coordinator for the ministry
Help equip/develop people in the area of prayer
Spiritual Formation
Assist and help lead classes for Foundations, Sunday workshops, and other Core Groups.
Help organize different classes to help people in their spiritual transformation and possibly write curriculum
Evangelism, Questioning Christianity, and Baptisms
Connect seekers and new believers into our church community.
Help teach/ lead Questioning Christianity and Baptism classes.
Execute Core Groups and events that will relationally reach people for Jesus.
PRODUCTION TEAMS
Video
Craft artistic and relevant videos to enhance our Sunday gatherings
Create unique and engaging content for our web environments
Assist in filming and editing weekly worship gatherings
Experience with audio/video software (Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Motion, ProTools, etc.) a plus
Creative Arts
Help plan artistic elements for our Sunday gatherings (dance, drama, interactive experiences, etc.)
Contribute to defining and developing Flood’s artistic vision
Invest in creative volunteers within our congregation
Experience in visual and/or performing arts is a plus
Sunday Production
Help run the overall flow of Sunday gatherings
Invest in tech and production team volunteers
Contribute to the technical and creative aspects of a Sunday gathering
Experience in the following areas a plus
-professional lighting, sound, and media systems
-running/organizing creative productions
Communications
Assist with promoting Flood events and help plan all church initiatives
Help maintain Flood’s website and all-church communications
Help build Flood’s social media audience
Connections
Help people get connected to Flood beyond Sundays
Create a warm and welcoming experience at Flood by leading one of our Sunday Connections Team:
-Greeting Team, Welcome Tent Team, or Cafe Team
Host monthly Newcomer’s parties on Sundays
Assist in responding to Connection Card requests
Develop leaders within the Connections ministry and foster team growth
Graphic Design
help design and create various print work including flyers, postcards, banners, and digital media
Help brainstorm and execute visual identities of series messages, including Sunday slides and weekly flyer
Design collateral for all-church events and campaigns
*experience with Adobe Creative Suite required
IMPACT THE WORLD
Local Impact
Support Local Impact Team leaders with their initiatives and area of focus
Assist with the Kearny After School Program
Participate in weekly Impact Meeting
Help coordinate local impact initiatives (Kearny Spring Clean, Kearny Giving Tree, Halloween Carnival, Impact Sunday, etc.)
Global Impact
Assist with the recruitment and development of Global Impact Teams
Help coordinate global impact initiatives (meal packaging events, child sponsorship drives, etc)