Chestnut Ridge Church Internship Descriptions 2018

Chestnut Ridge Church is a modern and growing church seeking multiple full-time Summer Interns. You will join with a dynamic staff team in a grace-filled environment taking cues from North Point Ministries, and "Simple Church". Located in the educational, commercial, medical and cultural hub of north-central West Virginia. Located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh and four hours west of the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. area, Morgantown, West Virginia, offers its residents access to rivers, mountains, lakes, hiking trails, bike paths,and  golf courses. Home of the Division I, Big 12 West Virginia University Mountaineers, Morgantown’s way of life is more than that of a idyllic college town; it’s a place with a strong economy, a flourishing culture and a quality way of life.

Design

Design is woven into nearly everything you come in contact with. It’s persuasive, inspirational, atmospheric and, when done well, nearly unnoticed. Through this internship, you’ll work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining experience while growing in your faith. Your talents and skills will be stretched each week, and your “wins” will be evident in the life change you’ll see every weekend. Learn to do the work of not only using creativity to share a message, but also having a clear understanding of the “how” and “why” behind the message that you're communicating.

    •    Design graphic materials for weekend services in digital, print and web platforms

    •    Create engaging visuals across all ministries

    •    Design for other various mediums

    •    Set up presentations and presentation visuals

    •    Gain experience in video production

    •    Be a part of the creative process

Worship/Students 

In this worship and student ministry internship, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience while working alongside the programming and student ministry teams.  You will be engaged and mentored while helping plan and implement weekly programming and special events. This paid position will be 11 weeks in length and will provide you a practical understanding of the work that goes into programming for both student and adult environments.

    •    Lead worship vocally and instrumentally in both student and adult environments.

    •    Shadow and assist Programming team in the development and execution of main service.

    •    Gain experience in student ministry programming.

    •    Assist in the facilitation of student ministry events.  

    •    Connect with a dynamic team of small group leaders and students on a weekly basis.

Students

In this student ministry internship, you will gain experience and valuable knowledge in the logistics, preparation, programming, and structure that goes into our summer events. Also, you will gain experience in ministering to and connecting with Middle and High School students.  Here at The Ridge, you will have the opportunity to get an inside look at an Orange thinking family ministry team and learn how we utilize small groups throughout our ministries.

    •    Assist in Programming of student ministry events

    •    Assist in leading a small group

    •    Lead in daily logistics of Student Ministry

    •    Lead student ministry events as assigned by director

    •    Relationally connect with students

Kids 

Kids Ministry is all about engaging the attention and imagination of kids, from preschool through elementary school. During each phase of a child’s life, you must be intentional to communicate with kids in a way that makes sense to them, and provide creative, hands on activities that allow them to explore faith on their own level. This internship will provide you with an opportunity to see age specific teaching, activities, and groups from preschool through 5th grade. 

    •    See and experience the lead small model in action.

    •    Learn to create safe and engaging environments for both preschool and elementary aged kids.

    •    Grow in creatively sharing God’s truth with kids on a weekly basis.

    •    Shadow the volunteer coaching process.

___________________________________________________
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Act as an ambassador for CRC by positively reflecting the vision, mission, strategy and values to those inside and outside our walls.
• Be able to assess and advise attendees and volunteers as to how and where they can take their next steps towards God and within the ministry. 

 Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

•  Communication - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Writes clearly and informatively Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Writes clearly and informatively

• Organizational Support - Benefits organization through outside activities. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Follows policies and  procedures. Supports organization's goals and values.

• Planning/Organizing - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses  time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.

• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.

• Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Intentionally apprentices others. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Ability - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and professional journals. Ability to write reports, business  correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of college students and the   general church populations.

• Reasoning Ability - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 

• Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications. 

• Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
 

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt/ Salaried
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran