Experience Life on the Field
“…I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.” (1 Corinthians 9:22b)
Service opportunities that vary in length from one to 11 months are a great way to invest in hands-on ministry that makes a difference while also getting a taste of life on the field.
Not sure if God’s calling you into missions? Explore your calling in a new cultural context while serving alongside or under the guidance of experienced missionaries.
Experience Life on the Field
“…I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.” (1 Corinthians 9:22b)
Service opportunities that vary in length from one to 11 months are a great way to invest in hands-on ministry that makes a difference while also getting a taste of life on the field.
Not sure if God’s calling you into missions? Explore your calling in a new cultural context while serving alongside or under the guidance of experienced missionaries.
Missionary Resident Program
We invite seasoned teaching elders and people entering their second career to serve in missions for 1 month, up to 11 months.

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Serve alongside career missionaries in Sofia in a variety of ministries. Areas of service depend on the team’s needs and your gifts and interests. Internships are available year round, up to 11 months.
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We are seeking a passionate and culturally sensitive Indigenous outreach worker to join our team.
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Are you a teacher with a heart for refugees? Our MTW team needs experienced school teachers to coordinate educational programs reaching out to Rohingya refugees of all ages at a downtown community center.
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We are looking for teachers to lead conversational English classes (for adults and children) as well as Bible studies for the adults. No prior teaching experience is necessary, though it is helpful,
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Serve for 11 months with MTW’s Next team at the United Church of Bogota, working primarily with middle and high school youth.
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Pastoral interns are needed to serve for 6-11 months in Chiba, Japan, a suburb of the Tokyo metropolitan area.
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Develop and implement outreach programs that connect with diverse groups and help them grow in their faith.
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Want to serve in an English-speaking place of great opportunity? Grace Church is a new and growing denomination in New Zealand. Churches in the denomination are seeking people to assist in church outreach and ministry,
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FAQs
How do I start the application process?
The first step is to fill out our pre-application form. A staff member will be in touch with you to discuss your interests and the best fit with what you’re looking for.
What are the main qualifications MTW looks for in 1-11 month candidates?
For people seeking to serve with MTW for one month or longer, MTW examines an applicant’s spiritual life, relationship with their church, their personal relationship with Christ, their personal traits and characteristics, ministry experience, conviction that God is calling them into missionary service, knowledge of the Bible, and their understanding of the Reformed faith.
What kind of training will I receive?
Those serving 1-11 months will complete a series of online training courses in areas such as culture, working as a team, and fundraising. Beyond the required courses, optional electives in areas like spiritual development are available too.
You will also participate in a series of virtual cohort meetings, led by missionaries and MTW counselors. These meetings also provide opportunities to get to know other 1-11 month participants who are preparing to serve.
An MTW staff person (your “resource representative”) will guide you along the way.
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How is my ministry funded?
Budgets vary widely based on field location and length of service.
How old do I have to be?
If serving one month or longer, applicants need to be 18 years of age or a high school graduate.
Do I need to speak a foreign language?
Generally, no. For those going for less than a year, language requirements vary by location. On-the-field language learning may be expected or encouraged.
Featured Stories

Yes, You Can Serve in Missions Even If …
You might think you’re not qualified for missions for any number of reasons, but you might be just the person God wants to use.

How Church Planting and Mercy Ministry Work Together to Advance the Gospel in Cambodia
In Cambodia, as in other MTW fields around the world, planting churches and establishing ministries of mercy and justice go hand-in-hand.

Connecting Deeply in Madrid: Q&A With an 11-Month Intern
After college, Emily Lanclos interned with MTW’s team in Madrid, ministering to women in a city with a deep mistrust of the church.