Grow your ministry skills. Clarify your calling.
Reach Greater Gainesville with the Gospel through Internships
At Westside, our mission is to join everyday people on the journey to life’s greatest potential in Christ. Our primary goal with internships at Westside is to equip you for leadership and ministry.
Start your application to explore your opportunity to train in ministry.
FAQ
Can I get paid as an intern?
Westside interns are not paid. If you’re coming from out of town, we encourage you to budget for three months of expenses and start saving funds or fundraising. Our goal is for you not to worry about finances while interning with us, so you can participate fully in ministry and get the most out of the experience.
What’s the time commitment for interns?
As an intern, you’ll work at least 10 hours Monday through Thursday. Some departments will require you to work 5 hours on Sunday. Some of your time will be spent working with your intern cohort. The rest of the time you will be working in your specific department. You’ll also serve before, during, and after special church-wide events.
Internships vary in length depending on the department. The maximum number of semesters you can be an intern is 3 (i.e., Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Summer 2026).
Can I receive College Credit for my internship?
Depending on the requirements of your degree program, you may be eligible to receive college credit for your internship. Be sure to share that during the application and interview process.
Do I have to be a college student to be an intern?
You do not have to be a student to be an intern. While the majority of our interns are students or young adults, we encourage anyone who is interested in ministry leadership to participate in our internship program.
How Do I apply?
Ready to grow in your ministry leadership ability? Click the link below to apply.
Where can I grow my ministry leadership skills?
That’s a great question! Below is a list of our currently available departments.
Adult Life Groups
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in organizing and maintaining LifeGroup schedules and rosters.
- Support communication between Life Group leaders and the Adult Discipleship Ministry.
- Collaborate in the creation and distribution of study materials.
- Coordinate logistics, including venue setup and material preparation.
- Manage data entry related to Life Group participation and feedback.
- Assist with general office tasks as needed.
- Participate in weekly staff devotionals and meetings. (If available.)
Production
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with Media & Production Sunday needs
- Work alongside Creative Team to implement any visuals and lighting to Production on Sundays
- Aiding in creating and maintaining a clean and orderly workspace for staff and volunteers
- Review the past week’s live stream and communicate thoughts or ideas with the Media Coordinator
- Be on the lookout for new ideas or new things we could apply to Sunday Production.
- Always be looking for growth
- Assist with Live Production needs for Special Events
- Complete Assigned free MxU Courses
Senior Adults
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist with planning and executing senior adult events, programs, and outings.
- Help manage communication with senior adults through newsletters, phone calls, and personal connections.
- Provide administrative support, including event planning and supply coordination.
- Support health and wellness initiatives, such as seminars, workshops, and exercise classes.
- Contribute to evaluation and feedback collection for senior adult programs.
- Participate in weekly pastoral care calls or visits to senior adults in need.
Ready To Get Started?
If you're ready to embark on this journey, we invite you to fill out our internship application form below. Once submitted, a member of our team will reach out to discuss next steps.
Applications for Fall 2025-Spring 2026 close on July 31st, 2025 at 11:59pm.
