Summer Leadership & Service Ambassador Internship Application

Summer Leadership & Service Ambassador Internship Application

May 26 - July 24, 2026
Name

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Internship Interest
How did you hear about Mission Waco?
How did you hear about the Summer Leadership & Service Ambassador Internship program? (SLSA)
Please select the following programs you are interested in applying for. See website for description: https://missionwaco.org/get-involved/internship/

Children's Program - Summer Day Camp (K-5th Grade)Youth Program - Summer Day Camp (6th-12th Grade)Groups MobilizationUrban REAP - Environmental JusticeMeyer Center Social ServicesClothesline & Fair Trade Market - MerchandisingCreekside Community Village

Please rank the above choices based on your internship interest (1 = most interested and 7 = least interested)

Rows	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	not interested
Children's Program
Youth Program
Groups Mobilization
Urban REAP
Meyer Center
Merchandising
Creekside Community Village

Faith and Church Information
What church do you attend (include location, state & city)
What is your church involvement/past involvement in Christian service?
Education

Please note this internship is for individuals 19 and older!
What high school did you attend?
What years did you attend?
Did you graduate?

YesNoCurrently Attending
Have you attended college? If so, what College did you attend and/or are attending?
Area of Study
Degree
Date the degree will be granted

MonthDayYear
Date
Work Experience

Please list 2-3 employment and/or volunteer experiences you have had.
1. Name of Company/ Organization
Length of Service (Start Date - End Date)
Position/Title
Please specify your responsibilities within that role.
2. Name of Company/ Organization
Length of Service (Start Date - End Date)
Position/Title
Please specify your responsibilities within that role.
3. Name of Company/ Organization
Length of Service (Start Date - End Date)
Position/Title
Please specify your responsibilities within that role.
References

Please list three professional references including the following: 1) A pastor who knows or has known you well in past 2 years, 2) Current/former work supervisor or college professor 3) Reference of your choice. We will reach out to the references to have them complete a reference form with their feedback.
1. Reference 1 - Full Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship
Company
2. Reference 2 - Full Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship
Company
3. Reference 3 - Full Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Relationship
Company
In-Depth Questions
Why do you want to intern with Mission Waco?
Briefly describe your faith journey and relationship with Christ.
Do you feel most comfortable as a group leader or group member? Please explain. Describe a situation where you have been a team leader and a team member. Which role (leader or group member) are you hoping to grow in during your internship?
Briefly describe your strengths and weaknesses. How might they be expressed within a work setting at Mission Waco?
Describe a failure, challenge or conflict that you have experienced. How did you address it, and what did you learn or gain from this experience?
Interns are encouraged to live in our neighborhood, and to seek opportunities to build relationships with program participants, neighbors, staff and other interns outside of program hours. What is your perspective about this "immersion", intentional approach?
Have you lived in a racially diverse, low income neighborhood before?

yesno
Will you need housing for summer 2026?

YesNo
All Summer Leadership & Service Ambassador Interns are expected to participate in poverty simulation (dates May 29-31) Would you be willing to commit to go through poverty simulation? Here's a link to learn more: https://missionwaco.org/get-involved/poverty-simulation/

YesNoOther
Are there any upcoming/foreseen events or barriers that may impact your ability to intern with us full time in the summer (i.e. wedding, engagement, family member illness, or other important life events)?
Intern Expectations

Mission Waco exists as an organization to glorify Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior over His creation and to compassionately communicate His gospel to the unchurched in Waco and the world. As ministers of that Gospel, those who are associated with Mission Waco are expected to uphold the name of Christ in both word and deed. Therefore, we ask that you consider the following, and sign below only after agreeing to make every effort to abide by the guidelines set forth. I will commit to seeking God’s wisdom regarding applying to become a Mission Waco intern. I will commit to praying for the intern selection committee during the application process. I will endeavor to glorify Jesus Christ in all that I say and do during my internship. I will abide by the policies and procedures set forth in the Mission Waco volunteer manual and staff policies and procedures manual. I will seek to resolve conflict with fellow laborers in a way that honors both them and God. I will seek to be emotionally available to participants, peers and supervisors during the learning process. I will seek to deepen my faith during my internship and will ask for help when faced with struggles. I will have as much fun as I possibly can. I agree to the above statements, and will in every way I can abide by them.
Signature

Please to certify that your answers are true and complete to the best of your knowlege.
Signature
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