Vision & Call Internship Program
Overview and vision of the program
The Vision & Call Internship is an initiative that is funded through our partnership with The Murdock Trust and is designed to engage young adults in meaningful and significant work within a nonprofit setting. The Vision & Call Internship framework is designed to create intentional space for young adults to seek ways to join in the work that God is doing here on earth and find ways to integrate their faith with their vocation. While Because International is not a faith-based ministry or nonprofit, there is space for individuals whose faith informs the whole of their life. While the work of Because often happens through partnership and funding from faith-based organizations, churches, and individuals, it is also the case that our work finds us partnering with individuals of other faith perspectives, no faith background, government agencies, and other groups. This unique interplay provides an atmosphere for young adults to learn how to see their work as being a part of the Kingdom mission regardless of the religious orientation of the organization that signs their checks.What kind of applicant are we looking for?
Because is looking for young adults who are in their junior or senior year of college or who are recent graduates. Additionally, we are seeking young adults who have a desire to better understand how to integrate their faith and vocation and who have thought about or desire to pursue God’s unique call and leading for their vocation.Descriptions of the TWO internship positions
- Customer Success Intern (Year-Long):The Customer Success Intern will learn and experience the entire cycle of customer service. As a member of the growth team you will provide high quality customer service to the many individuals who visit Because International through our different channels. In this role you will be responsible for keeping up with our customer service channels, answering customer questions, and walking customers who call in or visit our website through the fundraising and shoe ordering process.
- Programs Intern (Year-Long): The Programs Intern will play a role in supporting the growth and success of our programs by conducting research on a variety of topics related to our mission. You will gain experience working across departments by working with our growth, accelerator and operation teams on special projects like our annual entrepreneur pitch events. This role works closely with department managers and team members, sharing their research to help inform our decision-making processes and enhance our program offerings.
Deadlines and position time frame
We are accepting applications until April 15, 2024 for two positions—two year-long interns. Both positions will start on/around May 15 and run through April 2025.
Hours and Compensation
Interns can expect to work around 20 hours per week and will receive a $20,000 stipend paid over 12 months.
Hear From Past Vision & Call Interns
“This internship made me stop and really think about what it means to help people well. Most of us have good intentions when we go into any sort of work with the title of ‘non-profit’ but often we forget why we are doing something and even forget about the people we are trying to help. Because International has helped me to see that working with people is a complex issue and one that shouldn't be taken lightly, every person who works for Because International gives value to the dignity of each individual and I have learned a lot about how I want to conduct myself in life through my coworkers and this organization.” —Chloe Lyon
“This internship affirmed to me that the question ‘what is my calling?’ is not a one time question and answer. Discovering and leaning into my personal mission is a lifelong process and experience of living in a complex world. I can live into my calling no matter what job I have. During my time as an intern, I was able to reflect on what I love to do most and share when I feel most like myself while being open and honest with a group of individuals who have grown to be close friends and mentors that I trust. I am so thankful for the opportunity to have made space for reflecting, questioning and wrestling with big topics in a community of people who have been such encouragers to me during a time when I really needed a support system post-college.” —Olivia MacDonald
2023 Vision & Call Internship Application