INN Internship Application

Thank you for your interest in the INN’s Internship Program. Read all application materials thoroughly and plan as needed to give the application process the time and space needed to complete it prayerfully and thoughtfully. Please contact Lindsay Anderson at 360-733-7704 or lindsay@theinnministries.org with any questions or concerns.

The INN’s Internship Program is deeply rooted in a strong desire to provide young adults a spiritually enriching and educational intern experience where they can explore the call, not only into vocational ministry, but also God’s call to be ministers in all areas of our life regardless of who signs our paychecks. We are committed to walking alongside Interns holistically, through fellowship, mentoring relationships, Christian and Biblical study, and ministry practice. We hope that you will prayerfully consider giving a year in service to young adults through the INN!

Interns at the INN serve for one academic year (Late August 2012 - Mid-June 2013) in a full-time volunteer capacity (40-50 hours/wk).

Important Dates

  • Applications Due: Monday, February 20 @ Noon
  • Interviews Begin: Thursday, February 23
  • Applicants Notified: Monday, March 12
Late August 2012 to Mid June 2013: Term of Internship

  • To apply:

    Complete the application below and submit the following: cover letter, resume, completed spiritual and character reference forms (see separate pages).

    Applications may also be downloaded here and emailed or submitted via hard copy to:

    the INN University Ministries
    ATTN: Intern Application
    1031 N. Garden St.
    Bellingham, WA 98225

    { info@theinnministries.org }

    *Be advised, the application may take a significant amount of time to complete.

  • About the INN

    The INN shares the gospel of Jesus with students through weekly gatherings, small groups, mission trips, and a variety of activities, service projects, and leadership opportunities. We hope to foster an environment in which experiencing the Triune God can be accessible and real to all students, regardless of their location on the journey of faith. The INN values Faith Development, Cultivating Community, and Living Action.

    The INN is a mission of First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham, WA and an Associated Students Club at Western Washington University. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about the INN by attending a Tuesday night gathering if you’re in the area, talking with current staff, and by visiting us online at www.theinnministries.org.

  • Internship Goals & Objectives

    INTERNSHIP GOALS & OBJECTIVES The goals of the INN Internship Training Program are to provide: 1) hands-on training opportunities for individuals to develop as Christian leaders and, 2) a Biblical perspective of campus ministry. We hope to accomplish these goals through the following objectives:
    1. 1. To train individuals for active Christian leadership responsibilities in campus ministry.
    2. 2. To teach individuals methods of group facilitation and teaching as related to campus ministry.
    3. 3. To model and teach the importance of discipleship relationships and one-to-one interaction.
    4. 4. To provide life-based experiences in which Christ-like actions and attitudes can be modeled.
    5. 5. To allow Interns opportunities to intentionally seek God’s will for life direction.
    6. 6. To involve Interns in assisting the INN staff with the following:
      • - Helping students progress towards Christian maturity.
      • - Challenging students to live as faithful followers of Christ, motivating and equipping them to serve locally and globally.
      • - Initiating and implementing programs which provide opportunities for corporate and individual spiritual growth and development.

  • Internship Application

    Please submit a cover letter, current resume, spiritual and character reference forms (see below), along with your typed responses to the following questions. Please limit your responses to 200 words per question.
  • You may attach your resume and cover letter to this form. You may also email them separately to lindsay@theinnministries.org, but they must also be submitted by noon on February 20, 2012.
  • You may attach your resume and cover letter to this form. You may also email them separately to lindsay@theinnministries.org, but they must also be submitted by noon on February 20, 2012.

  • Reference Forms

    PLEASE NOTE: These may be sent separately from the rest of your application, directly from the individual writing the reference to the INN via postal mail or e-mail. Forms may also be completed electronically at www.theinnministries.org/references. References may not be completed by current INN staff members or by family members.