INTERNSHIP ACCEPTANCE FORM Internship Acceptance Form YOU CANNOT COMPLETE THIS FORM WITHOUT A VALID ASSIGNED POSITION PLEASE CONTACT THE INTERNSHIP COORDINATOR TO RECIEVE A NEW ACCEPTANCE FORM LINK Personal InformationFirst Name* Last Name* Cell Phone*Email* HiddenPositionNO POSITION ASSIGNEDHospitality LeaderHospitality Leader - RETURNEREmceeEmcee - RETURNERMedia TechMedia Tech - RETURNERWorship LeaderWorship Leader - RETURNERWorship Team MemberWorship Team Member - RETURNERProgram LeaderProgram Leader - RETURNERCommunity Project CoordinatorCommunity Project Coordinator - RETURNERConstruction Project ManagerConstruction Project Manager - RETURNERConstruction Site SupervisorConstruction Site Supervisor - RETURNERTeam LeaderTeam Leader - RETURNERVBS CoordinatorVBS Coordinator - RETURNERGeneral StaffGeneral Staff - RETURNERForm Logic Position Display HiddenSite*CURRENTLY UNASSIGNEDBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTSCLENDENIN, WEST VIRGINIACOLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADOCROWNPOINT, NEW MEXICOFAIRBANKS, ALASKAKANSAS CITY, MISSOURIFOND BLANC, HAITIKNOXVILLE, TENNESSEECOLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINACLEVELAND, OHIOLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIAMADISON, WISCONSINMILWAUKEE, WISCONSINMONTEGO BAY, JAMAICAOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMACHEYENNE RIVER, SOUTH DAKOTASAN AUGUSTINE, TEXASSUMPANGO, GUATEMALAForm Logic Site Display Position ReviewHospitality Leader Position Description: As the Hospitality Leader you will have the opportunity to develop valuable leadership skills as you oversee essential components of a well-functioning mission trip. You will oversee all of the cooking, meal preparation, food inventory, and cleaning responsibilities on site. You will grow in your organizational and delegation skills as you create sustainable systems for others to help in the kitchen and lodging facilities. This position provides a platform to practice servant leadership and hospitality as you build relationships with others and oversee key elements of a successful mission trip. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to serve along students and community members daily on work projects. You will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Submit weekly food order and coordinate grocery shopping Keep detailed inventory of food Be responsible for supplies (such as cleaning, admin, etc.) Work with the Team Leader to maintain and manage the food budget Oversee breakfast and dinner preparation Responsible for the set up of brown bag lunches Organize and oversee the student cleaning crew jobs Lead and participate alongside students at work projects daily Participate in daily devos and nightly worship Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step’s Statement of Faith Previous Mission Experience preferred Previous Leadership Experience Experience or knowledge of cooking Emcee Position Description: As an Emcee you will be given an opportunity to live out your faith in an incredibly tangible way. With each week, will come an opportunity to share just how incredible our God is and the ways He has changed your life. With high energy, you will Emcee the evening programming, ensuring smooth transitions. You also will share your personal faith journey as you follow message outlines to go along with our video teaching series. You will work closely with the Worship Leader to ensure worship and programing flow smoothly. Not only will you have speaking opportunities each night, but you will also have ministry opportunities during the day as you serve alongside students on work projects. You will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving in the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Lead the welcome, transitions, Yay Gods, and nightly announcements Share a nightly message outlined to accompany the video teaching series Facilitate and lead morning and afternoon devotionals Organize and oversee footnote station Responsible for all slides related to talks (bible verses, photos etc.) Oversee all experiential elements of programming Lead and Participate alongside students at work projects daily Participate in daily devos and nightly worship Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's Statement of Faith Previous mission experience Previous leadership experience Experience in teaching or public speaking Experience working with youth Worship Leader Position Description As the Worship Leader you will oversee and develop the Worship Team while leading 45 nights of worship in one summer. You will work closely with the Emcee on all musical elements of the nightly programing, as well as the Media Tech on all logistical transitions and sound. You will work with youth leaders to understand the worship experiences students are familiar with in order to create an atmosphere conducive to worship for multiple denominations and various backgrounds in worship theology. Not only will you have the opportunity to lead worship each night, but you will also have ministry opportunities during the day as you serve alongside students on work projects. You will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Lead worship for nightly programming Train and develop Worship Team Members Maintain weekly contact with a full-time Programming Coordinator Oversee weekly set selection and submit weekly set lists to the Worship Coordinator Responsible for all worship slides on ProPresenter Facilitate nightly rehearsals for worship Organize set up and sound check daily Coordinate daily with the Emcee and Media Tech to ensure an effective flow of nightly programming Lead and participate alongside students at work projects daily Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Participate in daily devos Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's Statement of Faith Previous Missions Experience preferred but not required General worship leading experience Experience leading worship rehearsals and practices Experience leading and developing a worship team (i.e. creating set lists, leading a band) Experience leading worship both vocally and instrumentally Familiarity with sound equipment and Mac computers preferred but not required Media Tech Position Description: As a Media Tech you are responsible for all media and programming logistics during the nightly worship. You will run ProPresenter, as well as manage the lights, the sound, and any other creative elements of the evening program. Ultimately, your role is to coordinate with the Emcee and Worship Leader on a daily basis, ensuring that the overall flow of evening programming runs smoothly both in its transitions and technical presentation. Additionally, you will also have ministry opportunities during the day as you work alongside students on work projects. You will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving in the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Work with Emcee and Worship Leader to effectively run all ProPresenter presentations for evening programing Responsible for mixing sound and operating the soundboard during evening programing Facilitate and oversee all transitions in programming and the overall flow of nightly worship Lead and participate alongside students at work projects daily Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Participate in daily devotionals and evening programming Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's Statement of Faith Previous missions experience preferred but not required Familiarity with Pro Presenter preferred but not required * Familiarity with sound equipment and Mac computers preferred but not required * * Full training course on equipment and software is providedWorship Team Member Position Description: As a Worship Team Member, you will be responsible for helping lead students in nightly worship. This opportunity will help you to grow and develop in your personal area of expertise of worship (vocally, instrumentally, etc.) You will gain valuable hands-on leadership experience as you help lead 45 nights of evening worship in one summer! Not only will you have the opportunity to lead worship each night, but you will also have ministry opportunities during the day as you serve alongside students on work projects. You will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving in the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Lead nightly worship under the direction of the Worship Leader Work with the worship team on set selection Participate in daily practices and run-throughs Attend set up and sound check daily Develop in your area of expertise (leading vocally, instrumentally) Lead and participate alongside students at work projects daily Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Participate in daily devos Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's statement of faith Previous missions experience preferred but not required Experience leading worship Experience playing in a band Familiarity with sound equipment and Mac computers preferred but not required Community Project Coordinator Position Description: As Community Project Coordinator you will have the opportunity to facilitate long-term relationships between incoming mission teams and local community partnerships. Each week, you will work directly with various organizations, nonprofits, and local churches to coordinate community engagement and development activities. Your job is to create a healthy and dynamic balance between the experience each mission team has in the community (opportunity for increased awareness, learning, and cultural engagement), with standards of empowerment, sustainability and local leadership within the community. As you serve alongside students, you will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving in the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Pre-Summer Responsibilities: Mandatory Community Project Coordinator Training in Madison, WI – May 17 – 19, 2024 Summer Responsibilities: Work within a team of 8 – 10 other Summer Staff members to effectively facilitate week-long mission trips Maintain strong contact and develop thriving relationships with community leaders and local partnerships Work with the Team Leader and incoming Youth Leaders to coordinate weekly involvement and engagement with the community Facilitate student involvement and integration within partnering organizations each week Advocate for the community over the course of the summer in the way the Summer Staff and mission teams talk, interact, and engage with the community Integrate Christian Community Development principles into the workweek Enhance effectiveness of short-term mission work (locally-led projects, empowerment, sustainability) Facilitate daily prayer for the community amongst the Summer Staff and incoming youth groups Participate in daily devos and nightly worship Lead and participate alongside students at service projects daily Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's Statement of Faith Previous missions experience Previous leadership experience Previous Next Step experience preferred, but not required Experience or education in community development VBS Coordinator Position Description: As VBS Coordinator you will have the opportunity to facilitate long-term relationships between incoming mission teams and local community members and kids. Each week, you will work closely with mission teams to facilitate their involvement in a summer-long VBS program for children in the community. You may also be a part of coordinating community outreach opportunities including things such as home visits between incoming teams and community members. Your job is to create a healthy and dynamic balance between the experience each mission team has in the community (opportunity for increased awareness, learning and cultural engagement), with standards of empowerment, sustainability and local leadership within the community. As you serve alongside students, you will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving in the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Work within a team of 8 – 10 other Summer Staff members to effectively facilitate week-long mission trips Work with the Team Leader and incoming Youth Leaders to create student outreach teams each week Coordinate details of each work team’s integration within the community on a weekly basis Oversee weekly VBS program Work closely with community partners to coordinate details and logistics of the summer long VBS program Create VBS lessons, correlating activities and interactive elements Keep accurate inventory of materials needed for VBS on a weekly basis Communicate with and prepare incoming teams regarding the VBS lessons/activities they will be a part of for the week prior to their arrival through email Integrate Christian Community Development principles into the VBS program and community outreach activities Lead and participate alongside students daily Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Participate in daily devos and nightly worship Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's Statement of Faith Previous Missions Experience Previous Leadership Experience Previous Next Step Experience preferred, but not required Experience or Education in Community Development Spanish speaking requirement (Guatemala Only) General Staff Position Description: As General Staff you will see students’ lives changed as they grow into a deeper understanding of God through serving in the community during the day and experiencing powerful programming each night. Responsibilities: Work with other staff to effectively run all aspects of trip Responsible for duties as assigned by Internship Director Lead and participate alongside students at work projects daily Contribute as a team player in all aspects of mission trip facilitation Participate in daily devotionals and evening programming Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's Statement of Faith Previous missions experience preferred but not required Construction Site Supervisor The Construction Site Supervisor (CSS) is responsible for ensuring the success of all construction operations at their worksite. As CSS you will train and lead volunteers to serve in substantial and meaningful service projects, partnering with local organizations and using hands-on construction to meet community needs. You will be responsible to learn project specific construction skills, maintain a high quality of work, manage tools and material inventory, and direct volunteer labor to run a smooth work site. You will use hands-on management to develop your experience as a leader, teacher, problem solver, and teammate. With training and support from your Construction Project Manager (CPM) and Next Step Senior Project Manager, you will be challenged and rewarded as you serve those around you and are poured into by your peers and leaders this summer to develop spiritually, personally, and professionally. Pre-Summer Responsibilities: Mandatory Pre-Summer Development: An online training series focused on technical skills and leadership training in order to prepare you for a summer with Next Step Summer Responsibilities: Ensure the required manpower, materials, tools and logistics are prepared for your work project Lead, equip, & support volunteers to complete construction service projects with excellence Learn project specific construction methods & techniques through NSM provided resources Maintain material inventory and estimates to procure material accurately and within a budget Ensure weekly project progress is on-track with budget & completion targets Understand and communicate each project’s purpose & requirements clearly Ensure Procore status updates are completed daily Communicate regularly with volunteer leaders and community members to ensure Next Step meets needs & exceeds expectations Implement & maintain Next Step Safety Standards for an safe, efficient, and fun worksite Preserve the quality of Next Step power tools, equipment and vehicles Maintain a positive working relationship with the CPM and Next Step Senior Project Manager Ensure building processes comply with design intent and local building codes Perform site lay out and obtain field dimensions when required Contribute beyond your construction role in all areas of mission trips & evening programming Qualifications: Must believe and follow Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step Ministries’ Statement of Faith. Obtaining a BS in Construction Management or related field preferred but not required Basic construction experience and knowledge preferred but not required Experience in leadership and/or missions preferred but not required Construction Project Manager Position Description: The Construction Project Manager (CPM) is responsible for ensuring the success of all construction projects for the summer. As CPM you will lead the construction team and hundreds of volunteers in substantial and meaningful service projects, partnering with local leaders and organizations to meet community needs. You will schedule, coordinate, and supervise all work projects and prepare your construction team with the technical skills required to run work sites smoothly. You will use hands-on management to develop your construction skills and experience as a leader, teacher, problem solver, and teammate. With training and support from a Next Step Senior Project Manager, you will be challenged and rewarded as you serve those around you and are poured into by your peers and leaders this summer to develop spiritually, personally, and professionally. Pre-Summer Responsibilities: Mandatory Construction Project Manager Training - Madison, WI: May 17 – 19, 2024 Mandatory Pre-Summer Development: An online training series focused on technical skills and leadership training in order to prepare you for a summer with Next Step Summer Responsibilities: Coordinate manpower, material, tools and logistics for worksites to run smoothly Learn project specific construction methods & techniques through NSM provided resources Create material estimates to procure required materials accurately and within a given budget Ensure weekly project progress is on-track with budget & completion targets Understand and communicate each project’s purpose & requirements clearly Train, equip, and support your Next Step team to lead their construction site with excellence Work with site leaders to ensure Procore status updates are completed daily Communicate regularly with volunteer leaders and community members to ensure Next Step meets needs & exceeds expectations Lead & serve with excellence on all worksites alongside volunteers & team members Implement Next Step Safety Standards Preserve the quality of Next Step power tools, equipment and vehicles Maintain a positive working relationship with the Next Step Senior Project Manager Contribute beyond your construction role in all areas of mission trips & evening programming Qualifications: Must believe and follow Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step Ministries’ Statement of Faith Leadership experience required Valid Driver’s License required Obtaining a BS in Construction Management or related field preferred but not required Construction field and/or worksite management experience preferred but not required Missions experience preferred but not required Team Leader Position Description: You will have the opportunity to lead a team of 6-8 Summer Staff and oversee nine weeks of mission trips. You will be the contact point and support for your team; encouraging them and challenging them to grow daily through your leadership. You will be responsible for working with youth leaders prior to their arrival on site. You will also have the opportunity to build and develop relationships with community members. A Team Leader’s ultimate responsibility is to ensure the trip runs smoothly and each church has the best trip possible, while supporting your teammates to perform their roles successfully. Pre-Summer Responsibilities: Pre Summer Development Program - brief readings, encouragement calls, etc. Mandatory Team Leader Training in Madison, WI: May 17 – 19, 2024 Summer Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of the weekly mission trips Maintain contact with youth leaders prior to their trip Practice clear communication with Summer Staff, youth leaders, and community members Lead and empower teammates in their roles through servant leadership Facilitate a Christ-centered team culture Work with youth leaders to create crew assignments Execute excellent customer service with youth leaders Manage and maintain a budget with integrity Submit weekly expense reports Build and maintain healthy relationships with community members and church partners Lead and participate alongside students at work projects daily Participate in daily devos and nightly worship Qualifications: Must be a believer in Jesus Christ and hold to Next Step's statement of faith Previous mission experience Previous leadership experience Previous Next Step experience preferred but not required Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills Must be fluent in Spanish (Guatemala location only) Intern Position AcceptancePlease carefully read the following form. Fill out the necessary components and then digitally sign it below. By signing the form below, you agree to work for Next Step Ministries Inc. during the summer of and raise the necessary support.form logic position being accepted Date of Internship: May 20 – August 6, 2024 Support Raising Requirement: $2,500.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. I understand that if I do not raise the required support of $2,500 by July 8th the difference will be subtracted from my final compensation. Date of Internship: May 20 – August 6, 2024 Support Raising Requirement: $1,000.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. I understand that if I do not raise the required support of $1,000 by July 8th the difference will be subtracted from my final compensation. Date of Internship: May 17 – Aug 6, 2024 Support Raising Requirement: $2,500.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. I understand that if I do not raise the required support of $2,500 by June 1st the difference will be subtracted from my final compensation. Date of Internship: May 17 – Aug 6, 2024 Support Raising Requirement: $1,000.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. I understand that if I do not raise the required support of $1,000 by June 1st the difference will be subtracted from my final compensation. Date of Internship: May 20 – August 6, 2024 – Construction Site Supervisor Required Support Raising: $500.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. Date of Internship: May 20 – August 6, 2024 – Construction Site Supervisor Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. Date of Internship: May 17 – Aug 6, 2024 – Construction Project Manager Required Support Raising: $500.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. Date of Internship: May 17 – Aug 6, 2024 – Construction Project Manager Compensation: $2,500.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. Date of Internship: May 17 – Aug 6, 2024 Support Raising Requirement: $2,500.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. I understand that if I do not raise the required support of $2,500.00 by June 1st that the difference will be subtracted from my final compensation. Date of Internship: May 17 – Aug 6, 2024 Support Raising Requirement: $1,000.00 Compensation: $2,000.00 Benefits: Paid travel to and from mission location, food, lodging, internet/phone access, team apparel, and other on-site expenses as needed. By signing this agreement I commit to fulfilling the duties of this position and understand and accept the following statements: I understand that this is an at will position. If at any time during the duration of my internship I choose to resign, I am no longer entitled to the compensation or benefits provided by Next Step Ministries Inc. I understand that Next Step Ministries, Inc. has the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason. I understand that all compensation will be paid after the completion of my position and sent in August. I understand that if I do not raise the required support of $1,000.00 by June 1st that the difference will be subtracted from my final compensation. 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