INTERNSHIP
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Overflowing Jesus’ Love and Truth — Equipping Everyday Christians for a Life of Faithful Service
At St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church, our vision is to see God glorified as the love and truth of Jesus overflow from His church into the world. This heartbeat drives everything we do — shaping our community, our ministries, and our commitment to equipping everyday Christians to live for Jesus in every area of life.
What is an Internship?
A volunteer, one-year, one-day-per-week training program to help everyday Christians:
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Gain ministry experience across various church areas
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Receive theological training and mentorship
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Deepen personal discipleship and service
What does an internship involve?
Mentoring
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Fortnightly sessions with a godly, mature Christian for Bible reading, prayer, encouragement, and personal support.
Equipping
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Structured training through two units of the Preliminary Theological Certificate from Moore College, cohort learning with fellow interns, and participation in the Engage Leaders Conference.
Ministry Involvement
Gain hands-on experience by serving across a variety of ministries at St Stephen’s, helping you grow in practical skills and awareness of how ministry works in everyday church life.
What is the difference between interns, apprentices & student ministers?
Pathway | Commitment | Duration | Designed For |
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Internship | 1 day per week | 1 year | Christians who want to grow and serve God wherever they are |
Apprenticeship | Full-time | 2 years | Those exploring a future in full-time vocational ministry |
Student Minister | 1 day per week | 2 years | Theological college students gaining hands-on ministry experience |
What is the time commitment?
An Internship is a commitment of 10 hours per week, this includes a part-day during the week where all interns meet.
Who is an internship for?
This Internship is designed for any Christian who longs to grow in maturity, deepen their understanding of God, and make a lasting impact for Jesus.
Its flexible structure suits a wide range of life stages, making it accessible for:
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Retirees
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Stay-at-home parents
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Students
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Part-time workers
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Those with flexible schedules
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Open to men and women aged 18 and over.
What will it cost?
Absolutely free. Thanks to the generous support of the church, there is no cost to applicants. All essential expenses—including reading materials, registration for the Preliminary Theological Certificate, and entry to the Engage Leaders Conference - are fully covered.
What is the criteria?
Applicants will be considered based on the following:
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Demonstrated godliness and character
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Clear understanding of and trust in the gospel of Jesus
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Regular attendance at St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church Surrey Hills
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Agreement with the church’s vision, mission, and values
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Aged 18 years or older
How to apply?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the Internship program, please contact Michelle Gerungan.
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We look forward to hearing from you.
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​​​​Applications close: Friday 28 November 2025