The Vintage Ministry Internship is a unique program for anyone looking to serve the local church in the thriving, urban city of Los Angeles.
Running from late-August to May, this nine-month program is designed to develop young leaders by immersing them in key ministry specific roles. Participants are intentionally formed through hands-on ministry experience, character development, and theological training that builds confidence. Learning transferrable skillsets, essential doctrines and practices, you can expect spiritual formation, teaching and vocational development by mature Christian leaders in all ministries.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR OUR AUGUST 2026 INTAKE
If you are…
Seeking an opportunity to be on mission and serve the local church
Hardworking and motivated
Flexible and able to pivot quickly within a fast changing environment
Pursuing spiritual growth
Passionate about creating space for people to experience Jesus
Humble and able to laugh at yourself
Willing to go above what is asked
Comfortable working in an exciting and fast paced city
Our interns are typically 21-29 years of age, but if you have a heart for ministry and think our program would be a good fit for you, please apply!
*PLEASE NOTE: All interns will reside in Vintage - owned housing in shared, single gendered room with shared bathrooms, with stipends provided to support the costs of married couples living off site. A monthly stipend is provided to cover living expenses for all interns. Only fully complete applications will be reviewed and processed.
Our next VMI program will be launching this August.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
If you have further questions, please contact us here.
Intern Roles
Applications are closed, but if you have already applied you can review the roles below.
FAQ
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Yes! We’ve got a room available in our apartment building right next to the church, just a couple blocks from the beach.
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While the internship is unpaid, and interns are volunteers, we do provide a stipend of $1250 to cover personal living expenses while participating in the internship program.
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The expectation is about 26 hours of ministry participation and 4 hours dedicated to development.
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The program involves a 30-hour weekly commitment. Depending on the role, this may include some evening events and occasional Sunday involvement, but we aim to keep three full days open for outside work or personal time.
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It depends on the role.
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Our goal is to equip young leaders to serve the broader church, and when the opportunity arises, we’re always open to interns joining our staff team.
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The apartments are furnished and ready for move-in. Interns are welcome to bring or purchase personal items to make the space more comfortable.
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We’re laser-focused on giving interns hands-on ministry experience where they feel called. This program isn’t about exploring different areas, it’s designed to intentionally train those with a strong passion, and we believe Vintage Church provides a unique blend of Spirit-led and Word-centered ministry.
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There is a good chance!
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Yes and no. We want interns fully involved in helping run our Christmas and Easter services, but there are a few days after Christmas set aside for interns to visit home.
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Certain roles expect a baseline of experience to get the most out of the opportunities available at Vintage. The requirements should be clear in each posting.
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We welcome applicants from outside the country. However, obtaining a tourist visa is the responsibility of the intern, and the application process must be completed independently after acceptance into the program.
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Each role is designed with integrated responsibilities and clear, measurable development goals. On top of that, interns come together for focused formation sessions led by the pastors.