Practicum Experience

As an intern in the student ministry department, you will play a vital role in supporting the mission of fostering spiritual growth among students and leaders. Your experience will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of several key areas including the onboarding, care and equipping of life group leaders, the planning and execution of events and weekly student gathering, leading meetings, and preparing and teaching a message.

*Students interested in this practicum must be majoring or double majoring in Christian Ministries

Interns working for the IT team at a church will gain hands-on experience in managing and maintaining technology systems that support church operations, including network infrastructure, software, and computers. They will assist with troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring smooth services for both in-person and online attendees. Additionally, interns may contribute to website updates, cybersecurity initiatives, and training staff on new technology tools. This role provides a unique opportunity to develop technical skills in a community-focused environment.

Immerse yourself in the field of visual arts and digital strategies – one of the most dynamic church ministries today. Work alongside content creators such as motion graphic designers, videographers, photographers, and social media coordinators to brand and promote various church campaigns and ongoing (and growing) ministries. You will learn how to craft a compelling narrative from concept to execution for multiple visual platforms, while navigating new technologies and ever-changing trends. As a visual storyteller, the challenge of staying relevant and in keeping with church culture will provide incredible opportunities for creative collaboration, problem solving, and innovative marketing.

As a groups intern, you will work side by side with our Life Group coordinators to understand how to connect people into Life Groups, train new leaders, as well as coach and care for existing leaders. Life Groups are small groups that meet throughout the week in homes, in all parts of the city, that use the Life Group guide to experience deeper relationship with God and others. You will attend weekly team meetings, strategic planning meetings, team development, and leader training. A Life Group intern will learn how to pursue people, develop leaders, write curriculum and Life Group materials, and execute leader trainings.

If you’re passionate about serving marginalized communities and interested in hands-on ministry experience in an urban environment, then this could be a great fit for you! 

 As an intern, you’ll play a vital role in our church plant by connecting with the community through engaging activities, including sports outreach, weekly worship gatherings with a shared meal time, and practical ways to serve those facing crisis. Whether your focused area of ministry is with men, women, or children, you’ll have ample opportunity to work with our team to effectively partner with up to 20 other nonprofit organizations dedicated to emotional and physical well-being, working together to meet needs and bring holistic support to the community. This is an immersive experience designed for those who want to grow spiritually, develop leadership skills, and contribute to a meaningful mission that offers hope and transformation through the outworking of the gospel. 

You’ll work under the care of Kids Ministry staff to learn about and participate in driving forward the five values of Kids Ministry: fun, safe, gospel centered, small group driven, and partnering with parents. You will experience behind the scenes and up front ministry as you partner alongside staff to prepare and carry out weekly Sunday service programming and occasional Kids Ministry events. You will gain a greater understanding of God’s heart for His children and the calling for the church to serve the next generation. 

As an intern with women's bible study, you will learn how to plan and execute a large gathering ministry as well as train, care for, and develop our leaders. Women's bible study is for women of all ages and stages of life, you can participate on campus, in a home, or online. You will attend weekly team meetings and one-on-one meetings with our WBS coordinator. You will learn how to help women register, develop new leaders, train and care for existing leaders, and plan leader meetings.

As an intern in the worship department, you will both strengthen your skills onstage and develop expertise offstage – assisting in the musical and spiritual growth of student and adult volunteers. Your experience will provide you with an understanding of several key areas including:

• the onboarding, equipping, and resourcing of a large multi-site volunteer team
• the planning and execution of events and weekly gatherings
• how to effectively lead rehearsals and work cohesively with the production team
• the theology and methodology behind the songs we sing in our gatherings

This internship offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse cultures, support mission initiatives, and foster meaningful relationships both locally and globally. The intern will work closely with our missions team to promote outreach efforts, coordinate events, and support various mission projects.

Join our Care Ministry as a Care Intern and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those experiencing suffering. This internship offers comprehensive training in compassionate care, allowing you to grow in your understanding of support and presence during difficult times. You’ll work alongside our Shepherds Team, assist with various projects and services, and gain valuable insights into holistic church care for individuals facing crisis or loss. Ideal candidates are those interested in pursuing careers in counseling or ministry.

As an intern with the regeneration team you will both observe, learn, and experience first hand our robust transformation and discipleship process. You will be a part of our team meetings as we plan both the program for Monday nights as well as process care and development of regeneration leaders and coaches. If you have not been through regeneration you would experience Monday nights first as a participant while also seeing behind the curtain to every facet of the ministry. You will get experiential hands on training in spiritual formation, conflict resolution, and the vision for holistic flourishing in Christ. We view our interns as contributors to the team and as the year goes on you would get the opportunity to help plan and participate in leader dinners, retreats, and leader interviewing and development. 

This ministry is all about building a strong, Christ-centered community for young adults aged 18-29. As an intern, you’ll play a vital role in helping young adults grow in faith and form lasting connections. You’ll help facilitate the YA service, creating a welcoming and engaging atmosphere that invites authentic encounters with God. You’ll also host community events, fostering deeper relationships and meaningful conversations. In addition, you’ll collaborate with the College/YA Pastor and Team to plan and execute strategic events that inspire, encourage, and unite young adults in their walk with Christ. If you have a heart for community, discipleship, and seeing young people thrive in their faith, this internship is the perfect place to make a lasting impact.

In this internship, you’ll work side by side with our Campus/Equipping Pastor team, gaining a deep understanding of what it truly means to shepherd a church community. You’ll be immersed in the heart of pastoral ministry, learning to oversee worship gatherings, disciple and care for church members, and foster meaningful connections through groups and ministry teams. You’ll also engage in outreach efforts, championing causes that impact our neighborhoods and bring the love of Christ to our communities. Through hands-on experience, you’ll develop the skills to equip and empower others through teaching, guiding them in their faith journey. If you have a heart for people and a calling to lead, this internship will equip you with the tools and experience to serve with wisdom, humility, and grace.

Athletics Ministry is a rapidly growing year-round program that connects families to the local church through sports. We focus on developing players' skills in a low-pressure, fun environment perfect for new players. Our goal is to come alongside parents to help build character and integrity on and off the fields. You’ll have the opportunity to work with our Athletics Director to learn how to build a team, train volunteers, navigate a church staff, develop relationships in the community, and much more. We hope to see you on the athletic fields!

As a Connections intern, you’ll learn skills of leadership, hospitality and more. We all have experienced walking into a new place and remember the impact of someone there to help ease the anxiety. Here at The Well, we find that a good cup of coffee or someone extending a warm welcome can initiate a true sense of community. The Connections Team exists to engage people with the hope found in Jesus, to remove barriers that allow a guest to put their guard down and be open to hearing the Gospel. You will learn how to create an environment within the church that cares for guests, gain hands-on experience with recruiting, training and leading teams of volunteers, and plan and execute campus events.

Step into the world of live production... where creativity meets precision and every detail matters. In this practicum, you will work alongside experienced audio engineers, lighting designers, stage managers, and broadcast technicians to bring church gatherings and special events to life. From sound checks and stage design to live-stream execution and post-service review, you will gain hands-on experience in what it takes to create seamless, distraction-free environments for worship.

You will learn how to think on your feet, adapt to changing circumstances, and collaborate with a team under pressure all while mastering the technical skills needed to operate professional-grade equipment. As a production intern, you’ll discover how excellence behind the scenes creates space for powerful moments in front of them.