Open Door Internship Program
An intern is "an advanced student...in a professional field gaining supervised, practical experience" (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). We look forward to building up students in ministry or related fields by giving them a real work experience at Church of the Open Door!
As an intern, you will be given significant responsibilities within the security of supervision. You will work closely with a supervisor who has both your interests and the church's interests in mind. You will be given practical work that will both benefit the church body and prepare you for your career. You will also have the opportunity to grow personally and spiritually in a safe, supportive environment.
This internship program is designed to show you how church ministry operates. The best way to know if you would like to use your gifts and talents in a church setting is to intern at a church. We offer the same team spirit and responsibility that accompanies any church position, with the added structure of a supervisor who works closely with you to accomplish previously set goals. Regardless of your field, you will receive hands-on experience in your field and the chance to objectively evaluate your decisions.
Internship Application
If you are interested in becoming an Open Door Intern, please read the "Internship Handbook" file for more detailed information.
Internship Application
If you are interested in applying for an Internship, please print the "Internship Application" file, fill it out, & mail it to the supplied address.
Letter of Recommendation
All applicants will need a letter of recommendation into this program. Please print out the "Letter of Recommendation" file, have it filled out by your reference respondent, & either send it in with your application or have your respondent send it in on your behalf.
Financial Application
If you will need some type of financial assistance, please be sure to print the "Financial Application" file, fill it out, & send it along with the other internship application.
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Below are the staff members currently accepting interns:
Child/Youth
Bill Caughlin
Bill Caughlin serves as the Director of Children's Ministry. He is responsible for all children's classes and programs for children from birth through sixth grade. This includes Sunday School, Wednesday Clubs, VBS, and Kids' Kamp.
An intern working in children's ministry would have the opportunity to work in many facets of day-to-day children's ministry, including scheduling/coordinating, communication with staff and parents, working in the AV room teaching, and security issues. They could also be involved in finding curriculum and other teaching materials, and teacher training. Depending on the time of year, there are opportunities for involvement in the planning and execution of a large vacation bible school and kid's camp.
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Student Ministries
Darryl Lawler
Darryl Lawler serves as the Pastor of Student Ministries in charge of the Jr. High and Sr. High ministries. He works directly with the Sr. High youth ministry.
Interns supervised by Darryl Lawler could in charge of a section of ministry, in Jr. or Sr. High, and be responsible for recruiting, developing leadership, finding resources, organizing, and carrying out certain aspects of ministry. Possible focus areas include outreach events, small group ministry, worship team, follow-up, service events.
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Women Ministries
Ruth Stevens
Ruth Stevens serves as the Director of Women's Ministries. In this position, she oversees the planning and implementation of various ministry opportunities that will not only further the effort of leading women in the adventure of becoming like Christ, but also offer innovative venues of providing community, accountability, and personal growth in their relationship to God. This includes working with an all-volunteer staff of women who have the common goal of "doing life together" through relationship evangelism, specifically through Girlfriends Unlimited.
Interns supervised by Ruth Stevens would learn to serve in women's ministry. Duties could include coordinating special events, clubs and groups, organizing and assisting in bible studies and lay leadership teams, and recruiting lay leaders. Opportunities also include support groups, shepherding and discipleship, child care organization and women's sports ministry.
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Shepherding Ministry
Bill Williams
Bill Williams serves as the Shepherding Pastor at Church of the Open Door. As Shepherding Pastor, he gives care through Divorce Care, AIDS Action Council, Counseling, Home Visitation, Parent/Child Dedication, Marriage Preparation, and the Benevolence Fund.
An intern supervised by Bill Williams would be exposed to a large amount of shepherding duties and could be involved with several care ministries including Divorce Care, AIDS Action Council, Counseling, Home Visitation, Parent/Child Dedication, Marriage Preparation, and the Benevolence Fund.
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Global Missions
Laurel Love
Laurel Love serves as the Director of Global Missions at Church of the Open Door.
Interns supervised by Laurel Love would learn the duties of the Missions Director of a large Church. Open Door supports approximately 100 missionaries, both domestic and international.
The following are several opportunities a missions intern might have: misionary care, planning a missions conference, organizing short term missions trips, and serving as a short term missionary.
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Worship Arts
Chad Doran
An intern supervised by Chad Doran would work in the Worship Arts ministry which includes the areas of Worship Leadership, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Creative Programming, Song Writing, Application of Music Theory, and Graphic/Visual/Media Design.
Chad Doran serves as the Pastor of Worship Arts at Church of the Open Door. He oversees the planning and execution of the church's corporate worship gatherings. An intern supervised by Chad would focus on understanding Worship Arts leadership and developing a comprehensive "tool set" for ministry in a hands on approach. A Worship Arts intern will also develop a deeper theological understanding of worship and how it is expressed individually and corporately. This internship is relationally focused but will also require attention to specific tasks. An intern interested in working with Chad should have a passion and background in leading others in worship.
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Technical Arts
Jason Brown
Jason Brown serves as the Technical Director at Church of the Open Door. He oversees sound, lighting, video production, and staging needs for the church and Open Door Christian School.
An intern supervised by Jason Brown would assist in coordinating technology needs between various church ministries and Open Door Christian School. Although not limited to, a technical arts intern would assist with set-up and tear down needs, and equipment organization, documentation and paperwork. There would also be opportunities to develop skills in video production and operation of video, lighting and sound reinforcement equipment.
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