How the SoulCare Internship Works
Each academic year, current and incoming Seattle Pacific Seminary students will be selected for the SoulCare Discipleship Intern program. Interns help oversee the SoulCare program by leading undergraduate Wesleyan small groups, and by training and mentoring undergraduate students to lead additional small groups. The SoulCare Discipleship Internship was initially funded through a Vision and Call grant from the Murdock Charitable Trust.
Interns will also be involved in intentional exercises on vocational discernment and discipleship, including readings, written reflections, one-on-one mentoring, as well as participate in an intentional, diverse, welcoming Christian community where strengths are celebrated and growth is empowered through Spirit-led belonging and discipleship. Interns serve 15 hours per week and receive $20.50 per hour.
SoulCare Program Distinctives
Young-adult seminarians with a passion for ministering to college students should apply for this program. As a SoulCare Discipleship Intern, you will receive:
- Training and leadership experiences related to developing a practical theology of discipleship to Jesus Christ
- Opportunity to be involved in ministry while in the midst of seminary education, and to develop skills in pastoral care, discipleship, mentoring, leadership development, and program design, implementation, and evaluation
- Participation in an intentional, diverse, welcoming Christian community where strengths are celebrated and growth is empowered through Spirit-led belonging and discipleship
- One-on-one mentoring with specific emphases on Christian spiritual formation and the discernment of one’s gifts, passions, and calling in ministry
Application Process and Timeline
Current and incoming SPS seminarians are invited to apply for the SoulCare Discipleship Intern program. Application deadline is March 18. Interviews will be scheduled and conducted after the application deadline. Applicants will be notified in writing of their status by May 17, 2024.
Qualifications:
- A clear witness to a growing, vibrant faith in Christ Jesus
- Prior acceptance into Seattle Pacific Seminary
- Passion for ministry to college students
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
- Proven track record of working well in a team setting
- Reliable and diligent work ethic
Download the 2024–25 Program Overview and Job Description.
How to Apply
Emailed applications for the 2024–2025 SoulCare Discipleship Intern program are due by 5 p.m. on March 18, 2024.
Please email application to: cbte@spu.edu.