The Shoreline Internship and Residency Program exists to allow men and women to enter a season of intentional church-based, theological training, and practical ministry experience. In this program, we are committing ourselves to train, challenge, and deploy the next generation for ministry. Below you will find details and requirements for interns and residents.
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Internship & Residency Description
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Internships are available to college students and those in the marketplace (18 years old and up). All internships are tailored specifically for each intern in their ministry area of interest. Internship commitments are based on semester terms. Internships are paid positions and can provide credit for certain undergrad or graduate degree requirements upon approval with Shoreline Church and the institution.
ResidENCY
Residencies are available to college graduates, or those from the marketplace 22 years old and up. The Resident program is for one year. Residents earn a monthly stipend and it is recommended to seek a part-time role if needed. Occasionally, if we feel it is best for the participant and our church, one may extend to a second year. Also, through this residency one can earn seminary credit for certain degree requirements upon approval with Shoreline Church and with Southern Seminary and Southeastern Seminary.
Shoreline has partnered with Southern Seminary and Southeastern Seminary to offer all interns and residents the opportunity to earn seminary credit as a part of their leadership development.
AREAS OF MINISTRY
Children’s Ministry: Experience leading volunteer teams, partnering with Children’s Ministry staff, helping children understand the love of Jesus, and planting seeds that God will use to transform families.
Student Ministry: Experience leading groups, planning events, preaching, writing, recruiting leaders, planning services, as well as developing relationships with parents and local schools.
Spiritual Formation: Experience leading groups, recruiting and developing volunteers, connecting with first-time guests, and learning how to help others to take their next step in their spiritual journey towards maturity.
Missions: Experience in recruiting and mobilizing adult life groups, families, individuals, and the student ministry, to serve those in our community through our local partners and around the world.
Worship: Experience personal development of the knowledge of processes and leading people in all aspects of worship environments.
Creative Arts: Experience the creative process and execution of ideas in areas of graphic design, production/film, and experience design.
Church Planting: Experience personal and pastoral development of how to build a core team, fundraising, and how to lead a team.
“During my internship with the student ministry at Shoreline, I got hands-on experience in assisting the student pastor in leading both the middle and high school ministry. I had every opportunity to learn what it would be like to be the student pastor myself. This experience greatly prepared me for the opportunity to step into the student director role at Shoreline that I’m currently in. I would recommend this internship program to any individual who is exploring working in ministry.”
“To this day, the Shoreline residency is one of the most impactful experiences in my 10+ years in ministry. Now a Student Pastor, the residency sparked my passion for the local church and for reaching the next generation for the Kingdom. It equipped me with the scriptural foundation and practical tools necessary for real-world ministry and affirmed and tested my calling as I put it into action. I promise, to invest a year of your life in this residency and you’ll be forever blessed by it!”
Frequently asked questions
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Interns and Residents both play a significant role in the daily tasks and leadership of our ministries. In doing this, these individuals will receive personal mentoring from one or more staff members. They will also participate in many of the various meetings of our staff. Above all, interns and residents gain invaluable experiences and relationships that will serve them and the Church well in the future.
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Complete the online application
Interview with the person that will direct and lead your ministry area
Briefly await acceptance or denial into the program
If accepted, participate in orientation, training, and discussion of expectations
Begin serving
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Both interns and residents are compensated. Students pursuing seminary credit will receive 50 percent tuition each semester. Additional costs necessary for living expenses or tuition should be covered by the student. Interns and residents are encouraged to seek part-time employment to offset living expenses.
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Both interns and residents have a unique opportunity to receive up to 18 credit hours from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, or 12-36 credit hours from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Each seminary program has its own requirements and focus. You must apply and be accepted to the seminary before you begin classwork for the semester.
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In partnership with the North American Mission Board’s SEND Church Planting Network, residents looking to plant in designated SEND cities may be candidates for some supplemental funding. More details about this possibility are available upon request for those who qualify.
Ready To Apply?
Residents Application Details:
Applications Open August 1, 2022
Application Deadline January 16, 2023
Start Date August 1, 2023
End Date July 31, 2024
Intern Application Details:
Applications Open August 1, 2022
Application Deadline November 30, 2022
Start Date January 22, 2023
End Date May 14, 2023