This is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best.
Philippians 1:9–10
Overview
The Alpha Omega Westside Internship program is designed for college students & young professionals interested in exploring service and discipleship. The program focuses on participants’ spiritual formation primarily through Bible study and service opportunities. The objective is to enhance the interns' ability to discern among numerous decisions presented as they develop the ”mind of Christ” (Phil 2:5).
We will equip each intern with tools that will inspire their hearts to serve in the Westside community and beyond. Our initiative is committed to ensuring that all interns master the building blocks of discipleship so they can make wise choices in college which will set them up for the rest of their lives. Ultimately, our goal is to empower each intern so they can actualize God’s love through making disciples that follow Jesus in humble service and love.
There will be hands-on training throughout the internship and a formal evaluation and certificate given at the commencement. The program is sponsored by the Westside Church in collaboration with Chukwu, Inc.
Responsibilities
Time: 20 hours per week
Attend weekly training sessions and all internship events
Plan weekend devotionals and social events
Church Service Planning (including an intern-led service)
Complete Assignments & Assessments
Contribute & build community within the church
Competencies
Mentorship Training: peer relationships
Public Speaking: preaching & teaching
Biblical Exegesis & Bible Study Training: learn how to interpret Scripture and help others do the same
Character Development: Identify and develop strengths and weaknesses
Timeline
March 30, 2019 - Application Released
April 7, 2019 @ 11:59pm - Application Deadline
April 8 - 14 (2019) - Interviews
April 15, 2019 - Intern Announcement
May 4, 2019 - Intern Welcome Breakfast
May 7, 2019 - Internship Begins
Benefits
Mentorship
Access to College Ministry Resources at UCLA, Pepperdine, West-LA & SMC
Letters of Recommendation
Teaching from Elders, Evangelists, & Counselors
Refreshments provided at all meetings
Personal Reflection and Growth
Primary consideration for paid ministry intern position(s) in the fall
