Year-Long Camp Intern (Southwind) - May 2027 Start

Young Life•Ocklawaha, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Young Life's year-long intern programs are great opportunities for those looking to gain a variety of practical, relevant work experiences and skills, those who are curious about a possible career in Young Life, and/or those interested to spend a year living and growing in a Christ-centered community that serves together and makes an impactful contribution to Young Life’s ministry. Participants will have the opportunity to work in multiple departments during their year, such as Maintenance, Landscaping, Retail, Food Service, Housekeeping, Administration, and Guest Services. A willingness to fundraise part of your salary is required. As a full-time employee of Young Life, medical, dental, and vision benefits are available.

Requirements

Profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord
Subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith
Be ready, willing and able to fulfill ministry functions
Refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life
Abide by all policies and practices of Young Life
Believe in the mission of Young Life
Seeking the Lord’s calling in their lives
Teachable
Displayed qualities of faithfulness in their lives
Seeking God’s leading
Have a sincere hunger to grow in an intimate, abiding relationship with Jesus
At least 2 years out of high school or are at least 20 years of age
Willing to commit to full term of the internship program, as well as the duties and expectations

Nice To Haves

Past experience on summer staff or work crew at a Young Life camp, or some other camping ministry

Responsibilities

Lead others
Serve with excellence
Be challenged and grow in their relationship with Christ
Serve Christ, kids, and each other
Grow as leaders in ministry
Develop Christ-like relationships
Work in multiple departments (Maintenance, Landscaping, Retail, Food Service, Housekeeping, Administration, and Guest Services)
Fundraise part of your salary
Convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff
Respond to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner
Represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community
Work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp