Overview
A 12-month Internship programme; a flexible offer for young adults (early - mid 20s) who have been identified as potential leaders for the future.
We are excited to offer a range of options for the Internship based on location and /or the time you have available to attend the various aspects of the programme. In your application please tell us what would work best for you however, do note, this is at the discretion of Christians in Sport.
Purpose
The internship has four purposes:
Rooted in Christ: To help mature Interns in faith and gospel conviction.
Trained to Lead: To train, equip and nurture interns to be leaders of the mission in the future.
Discern future ministry vocation: To help interns discern a future ministry vocation and provide a stepping stone for the next steps.
Sent into the Game: To reach the world of sport for Christ within the context of their local church.
Why you should consider applying: With 25 years of experience in running an Internship we will help you to grow in:
personal gospel witness and evangelistic speaking
your experience of gospel-centred mission
servant-hearted leadership
personal responsibility and understanding yourself
how to work effectively and deliver outcomes as part of a team
What do you get up to:
Formal training (c.2 days a week) – a mix of online and in person theological training.
In-person ‘block weeks’ for mission and training (up to six a year).
Mission delivery (1-3 days a week) – working with university students, schools, guest events, Sports Plus, our Reach programme for sportspeople living in areas of deprivation and the potential for an international mission trip.
Receive regular mentoring from Christians in Sport staff
Who we are looking for: We are looking for young adults (early 20s) who have a passion for evangelism and experience of delivering and leading in aspects of reaching sportspeople with the gospel.
How much does it cost? The internship is an unpaid position with the option for accommodation provided free of charge for Interns placed centrally (Oxfordshire). Interns who are not based in the CiS accommodation in Oxfordshire will need to cover their own accommodation costs. Training course costs and expenses will be paid for by CIS.
Where will interns be based? Christians in Sport will offer a limited number of centrally based Internship spaces in Oxfordshire. Interns can also be recruited from locations that allow for regular travel to one of our regional staff locations (Edinburgh, London, Belfast, South Wales).
Duration September 2027 – August 2028
Application process: Prospective Interns can apply through our online form. The second stage of the application process will be an interview with Christians in Sport staff, with references from your church being taken as well.
Deadline for applications is 10am on Sunday 17th January 2027.
Interviews will take place in the week commencing 8th February.