Residencies, Apprenticeships, and Internships
Get Paid to Learn, Lead, and Make a Difference
Paid internships, apprenticeships, and residencies designed to prepare the next generation of ministry leaders through real-world experience in healthy, disciple-making churches.
3-Month or Semester Paid Internships | 9-12 Month Paid Apprenticeships | 2 Year Paid Residencies
Coaching, mentoring, and leadership development included.
Residency Stories
Isaac Dodds
Lindsey Murphy
Dane Whip
Why Take Action?
Your Calling Needs More Than a Classroom
You were made to grow through experience, responsibility, coaching, and mission.
These pathways are built to help you sharpen your gifts while serving in real churches making a real impact.
Practical Ministry Experience
Serve in healthy churches focused on disciple-making and community transformation.
Coaching & Mentoring
Learn directly from effective pastors and ministry teams who invest in your development.
Leadership Development
Build confidence and leadership capacity through hands-on ministry opportunities.
Education While You Serve
Finish your bachelor’s degree or pursue a master’s degree while doing ministry.
Growth Through Experience
Learn in an environment where innovation is encouraged and failure is part of growth.
Kingdom Impact
Help change lives and communities while discovering your purpose.
CHOOSE YOUR PATHWAY
Find the Right Next Step
Internships
Designed for college students who want to practical ministry experience
- 3-month program
- 30+ hours per week paid
- Practical ministry experience
- A variety of ministry roles available
APPRENTICESHIPS
Designed for emerging pastors and leaders preparing for real-world ministry
- 9–12 month program
- Ministry specialization tracks
- Leadership development
- Weekly coaching and mentoring
Ministry Areas
- Worship Arts
- Student Ministries
- Communications & Marketing
- Media Production
- Discipleship & Connections
- Technical Arts
- Operations
- Compassionate Ministries
RESIDENCIES
Designed for future lead pastors, church planters, and campus pastors
- 2-year immersive experience
- Work alongside experienced leaders
- Earn a master’s degree for little or no cost
- Focused leadership and ministry development
WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT?
More Than a Program. A Launchpad for Your Future.
– Real responsibility in real ministry settings
– Weekly mentoring and coaching
– Strong church culture and leadership development
– Clear pathways toward future ministry leadership
– Opportunities to discover your gifts and calling
– Built around spiritual, personal, and leadership growth
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the program?
To prepare leaders for lifelong ministry through practical experience, mentoring, and leadership development.
What are the requirements?
Requirements vary by pathway, but all applicants complete an application and interview process.
Is housing provided?
Housing may be provided depending on the program and participant situation.
Can I pursue education while serving?
Yes. Residency participants may pursue a master’s degree through partnering universities for little or no cost.
What are the weekly expectations?
Participants serve in active ministry roles with weekly coaching and leadership development.
Your Next Step Starts Now
Don’t wait to discover what God can do through your gifts, leadership, and calling. Take the next step toward practical ministry experience and leadership development today.
Interested in becoming a host church?
Contact Mark Coulter at Mark.Coulter@nwoteam.church
Need help? Contact Us
Jeff Fiorita
East Central School of Ministry Coordinator
jeff.fiorita@nwoteam.church
937-631-6829