FCA Intern – Ministry Development

Job Description

Intern | Fellowship of Christian Athletes

The Tone:
This is an internship at Fellowship of Christian Athletes, available in multiple locations as experiences vary geographically. Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a nationwide ministry dedicated to developing student athletes, helping them discern their calling and career paths. This specific internship plays a critical role by introducing collegiate volunteers to various aspects of ministry through FCA, aligning with the organization’s overarching mission to impact the world for Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes. The program is designed to foster a deep understanding of ministry, spiritual leadership, and personal vocational discernment within a faith-based context.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal/Temporary (summer or semester duration)
• Location: Multiple locations (varies by program)

• Mission: To develop each intern’s understanding of their individual calling to ministry through structured training and hands-on experience within FCA’s framework.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Community Adherence: Agree with and faithfully abide by the principles outlined in FCA’s Christian Community Statement, ensuring alignment with organizational values and beliefs.
• Spiritual Discipline: Consistently follow a dedicated spiritual rhythm, which includes engaging in daily prayer and committed Bible study, actively seeking the Lord’s will specifically for FCA’s mission and operations.
• Spiritual Leadership: Lead, guide, and provide robust spiritual leadership to a diverse group including staff, volunteers, coaches, and athletes. This involves ministering through prayer, facilitating Bible study, participating in worship, and serving as a living example to equip others in their service.
• Church Engagement: Actively connect to and participate fully in a local church community, demonstrated through regular worship attendance and consistent weekly involvement beyond the internship duties.
• Biblical Conduct: Maintain personal conduct at all times in a manner that explicitly affirms biblical standards, ensuring full accordance with FCA’s deeply held Christian beliefs as detailed in the Christian Community Statement.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. This position is designed for collegiate volunteers, specifically student athletes who are actively engaged in discerning their calling and exploring career paths within a ministry context.
• Experience: Demonstrated willingness and readiness to engage fully in a learning and developmental ministry experience. Interns are typically involved for a defined period, either a summer or a semester, gaining practical exposure to various facets of FCA’s ministry operations.
• Skills:
1. A profound personal commitment to maintaining a daily spiritual rhythm, including prayer and diligent Bible study.
2. The capacity to lead and provide spiritual guidance and mentorship to diverse groups within a Christian framework.
3. A commitment to active and regular participation within a local church community.
4. An unwavering commitment to living and conducting oneself in accordance with biblical standards and FCA’s Christian beliefs.