Interning at Mission Waco Mission World provides applicants with a unique opportunity to give back to the community while also gleaning invaluable career skills. Interns are presented with real-world challenges and are given the opportunity to participate in providing lasting solutions for those in need. Many of our interns walk away feeling empowered to take on their future careers while also being personally impacted by their time at Mission Waco Mission World.
Our Mission
At Mission Waco Mission World, we aim to bolster growth in our interns in a variety of areas:
- In their capacity to build relationships within a diverse community
- In compassion towards the poor and marginalized
- In discernment of their vocational calling
- In their understanding of what it takes to participate in and run a faith-based nonprofit.
Now Accepting 2021-2022 Internship Applications
This internship is for Christian students or adults ages 19 or older who desire to experience Kingdom ministry among the poor and marginalized. Non-academic internships primarily happen in the summer, but we welcome applications year-round.
Summer: The summer includes Poverty Simulation, volunteer assignments, weekly forums to learn about urban ministry issues, book discussions, Bible study, learning goals and more!
- Full (8+ weeks)
- Partial (4-5 week) internships
Academic: Supervision for internships to fulfill academic requirements can be arranged as needed throughout the calendar year. We have supervised previous interns in numerous academic disciplines, including but not limited to social work, seminary/theology/missions, community organizing, economic development, public relations, youth, child and family studies and more. The majority of our academic internships take place in Waco; however, please let us know if you are interested in international issues.
Non-Academic Intern Application Process
- Complete the Intern Inquiry form below to let us know you are interested or for more information.
- Get a printable Intern Application for non-academic internships. Read the application carefully as it provides more information.
- Summer Internship applications are due by March 31st (the sooner, the better) to consider everyone fully. You are welcome to contact us after March 31st, as well.
- If you are interested in fall or spring internships, contact us ([email protected]) for more info.
- Applicants must participate in an interview (phone interviews can be arranged as needed) after applying.
Academic Intern Application Process
- Complete the Intern Inquiry form below to let us know you are interested or for more information.
- Let us know which semester you’d like to intern.
- Submit a copy of your syllabus and internship requirements to Kathy Wise
([email protected]).
Here’s What Former Interns Have to Say
- “I encourage you to intern at Mission Waco Mission World because it is challenging, eye-opening, and provides practical ways to get involved. It will stretch you and draw you closer to the Lord. You will get to know Waco, get familiar with a good organization and grow in understanding the Kingdom of God.”
- “I learned that God’s heart beats for the poor. It’s not just a subcategory of his heart.”
- “You will have an opportunity to be placed in a community that over time you will begin to love. You will learn more about yourself than you expect. You can grow and learn in Christ while impacting people’s lives along the way. It’s just the best!”
- “My vocation is and always will be to love my neighbor.”
- “Look around you, with open eyes, at all the relationships that you can dive into. You’ll be blessed while being a blessing.”
Ready to Apply?
To begin the inquiry process, please complete the Intern Inquiry form below to tell us about your interest. (Use the scroll bar on the right side of the form to access all questions.)
