Summer internships for 2024 will be updated and applications will be available October 1, 2023.
Feel free to browse some of our previous opportunities and fill out a pre-application form if you want to learn more.
DO YOU DARE?
Then I said, 'Here am I. Send me!'" (Isaiah 6:8b)
Dare to lead. Dare to see. Dare to serve. MTW summer internships allow a deeper glimpse into life as a missionary. Some of our internships couple serving in the field with focused Bible study and mentoring. Think God may be calling you to missions? An internship can help provide direction and bring clarity. Dare to go. Join the story!
SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
*Not all countries are listed. If you don’t see the country you’re looking for, use the region search to narrow your results.
QUOTES FROM PREVIOUS INTERNS
Lethbridge equipped me to better fulfill the Great Commission, increasing in me a love for those who have not yet “tasted and seen that God is good.”
- Hannah G (Canada)
I learned a lot about God and the Bible, and left with a lot of questions which have made me more excited to study Scripture and be curious about God, myself, my culture, and my relationships.
- Danny H (Bulgaria)
If you’re considering doing an MTW internship, I highly encourage you to take a step of faith and go for it! God will not let you down.
- Annette K (Thailand)
You will be stretched and challenged, but constantly pointed to trust in Jesus for what you need to thrive.
- Ronnie M (Belgium)
FAQS
General
• Active involvement/membership in an evangelical church
• A clear testimony as a follower of Christ with an interest in global missions
• A love for and knowledge of the Bible as God’s Word
• A basic understanding of PCA beliefs
• Must be 18 years or older and a U.S. citizen for most internships
Language
Most internship locations do not require language proficiency, with the exception of France, which requires at least two years of college-level French, and Latin America placements where some level of Spanish is required.
Vaccinations
A tetanus booster within the past 10 years and all routine immunizations (dT-diphtheria, tetanus; MMR-measles, mumps, rubella; and polio are required. Interns should check with the CDC or their doctor about country-specific immunization recommendations.
COVID-19 vaccination may be required by some countries/teams for entry and local ministry. Proof of vaccination may be required for travel to and within some countries. Vaccination status may affect your placement options.
Insurance
All volunteer (summer) internship participants are required to have a traditional medical insurance policy which will cover them for the entirety of their internship. If the insurance policy does not cover overseas travel, interns will need to purchase a supplemental medical insurance policy for their dates of service.
Training and Debrief
All summer interns are expected to participate in training before leaving for the field, including monthly cohort meetings and online training courses. And after your internship concludes, you are expected to participate in a time of debrief.
Further Helpful Preparation Suggestions
"9 Practical Ways to Prepare for Missions"
Thank you for your interest in serving on a summer internship. Once you've found an internship that interests you, click on the "Get Started" button in the description to begin the process. If you're interested in serving outside of summer, we also have other opportunities available year round for one up to 11 months.
Dates: Summer internship dates vary by ministry site. Most internships will run from June 1 - July 31. We have other options of varying lengths between May 1 and August 31.
Deadlines: Applications for summer internships have closed for 2023, but check back for new opportunities opening at the end of the year. After beginning, you will be guided through a series of further application steps, with a final deadline complete everything by January 31.
Sites fill as application materials are received and interns are approved. Apply early for the most selection.
Where will I live?
MTW will arrange appropriate housing for you. It may include sharing an apartment with other interns, living with missionary families, or occasionally living with national families. This is something determined by each team leader and varies according to each field.
Can I choose where I serve?
You can list a first and second choice placement on your application. We encourage interns to be open and prayerful about serving in a different location in the event their preferences aren’t available. If at all possible, we will try to place you in your first choice. Our approval process is on a first-come, first-served basis, so if there is a site where you really want to serve, be sure to apply early. During the interview process, your candidate specialist will share alternatives to your choices if they feel you might have a better experience in a different location.
In many cases yes. However, it is your responsibility to share with your MTW candidate specialist and team leader your need to meet certain criteria and to get this information in writing from your school. You will need to assume responsibility for driving this process of meeting all requirements in order to get school credit.
Will I be paid?
Internships in our summer program are are not paid a salary. You will need to raise support to cover your expenses. Training in support raising will be provided.
How much will I need to raise to serve as an intern?
For our traditional summer dates (from June 1 – July 31), a total budget can range from $5,000 - $8,500, depending on the area of the world.
What on-field expenses are included in an internship budget?
Housing, food, and general ministry expenses are included in your ministry budget. These costs are carefully determined by our missionary partners on each site. Once you are approved and invited to serve on your assigned ministry site, we will go over these details with you. Volunteers will need their own funds to cover personal expenses such as sightseeing or toiletries.
When do I have to have the funds raised?
Interns are required to raise 100% of their support at least one month before they depart for the field. However, they should wait until they have completed the application process to begin raising these funds.
What if I don't raise 100% of the funds?
If you are unable to raise 100% of the support in time for your set departure date, we will either revisit your departure date, look at other site options, or prayerfully decide the best next steps.
FEATURED STORIES

Recognizing My Weaknesses: Reflections on My Internship in Bulgaria
I came expecting an easy summer and left with a deeper understanding of my weakness, my need for God, and my need to rest constantly in Him.

Beyond Pad Thai and Elephants: My Journey Through Thailand as an Intern
Being in Bangkok has been the experience of a lifetime. It has made me desire to know God more deeply and affirmed my passion for missions.

Get a Global Perspective: MTW/RUF Mentored Summer Internships (VIDEO)
RUF students have likely heard the phrase, "God is at work." This is true not just on U.S. campuses, but throughout the whole world.

Stairway to Missions: Kirk Norris’ Journey From Intern to Career Missionary in Ukraine
Many become career missionaries via an incremental journey of discernment, beginning their journey as interns. Kirk Norris is one example.
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