The Internship is hosted & led primarily by the staff at theChapel, a non-denominational church in Trinity, Florida. However, we have interns who attend & serve at other churches in the Tampa Bay area and beyond. theChapel is affiliated with ARC (Association of Related Churches). To learn more about ARC, click here.

Of course! In fact, The Internship is designed to focus on leadership, not just ministry. We’ve even designed a large part of our curriculum & hands-on projects to prepare you for a professional career in the marketplace. Our goal is to develop leaders for every sphere of life and influence.

Yes. There are days available for students to take summer classes at school or college, as well as flexible options like online classes & hybrid learning. Please review the weekly schedule before registering at your school. To get the most out of The Internship, remember that it is an investment that requires commitment and time. Students should consider these factors as well as rest, margin, and whether their school schedule fits with the internship schedule during the summer.

Yes. Our schedule allows for students to keep their afternoon shifts that they would normally work during the school year. Mondays, Fridays, and the weekends are open as well for student’s with summer jobs. Please review the weekly schedule and calendar before requesting hours at your job. To get the most out of The Internship, remember that it is an investment that requires commitment and time. Students should consider these factors as well as rest, margin, and a job with flexible hours before applying.

Students are not required to attend or serve at theChapel as part of their internship experience. In fact, we have several students who are very involved at their home churches. We encourage regular church attendance & serving as a vital part of your spiritual journey. However, that doesn’t need to be at theChapel. We ask you to prayerfully consider where God is leading you to be planted and grow.

In order to graduate, students must complete a minimum of 80% of their assignments. These include the following:

1. WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS:
- 3 Leadership Journals with Question Prompts (300 words each)

2. HANDS-ON PROJECTS:
Each class of The Internship completes a summer-long project, consisting of 7 modules each.

Year 1 | Leadership Playbook - Students will create a multi-page playbook outlining their personality profile, values, biblical foundations, goals, relationships, and growth plan, and present it to their group for review.

Year 2 | YouTube Studio - Students will work individually or as a team to start a YouTube channel. This project will include creating, editing, & publishing videos, designing thumbnails, writing descriptions, a brand guide, marketing plan, and a content calendar.

Year 3 | Serve Lab - Using the professional standards of project management, students will propose and lead a community service project for Serve Day on Saturday, July 12th. After their project, they will capture their experience in a class presentation.

Year 4 | Shark Tank - Students will create a business plan & pitch deck to present to a panel of business experts on Thursday, July 24th.
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Between the written assignments & hands-on projects, there are 10 total assignments. Assignments will be submitted in Canvas, an online learning platform.

A laptop or tablet is recommended for best access to your assignements & online tools like Evernote, Google Suite, Canvas, and Canva. This will provide the best experience for you to take notes & complete project work. Smartphones are helpful tools as well, but not required.

Yes. As part of a leadership program with a college-like classroom atmosphere, taking notes is huge. This will also help you complete your assignments. We like to say that The Internship is like “drinking from a fire hose,” so it’s important to have something to help you process the journey. Notetakers are history-makers! You’re going to want to have a central hub to take all your notes from your classes and projects. Even if you roll old-school with a pen & notebook, it’s helpful to have an online tool like Evernote, Apple Notes, or Google Suite to help as well.

The Internship requires dedication, time commitment, and priorities just like any other team. We understand that some absences are unavoidable due to illness, family vacations, or minor schedule conflicts. Please communicate with us and look at your summer calendar to make sure The Internship is the right fit for you at this time. There is also a spot on the application where you can let us know ahead of time if you expect to miss any days.

Students are expected to attend at least 70% of the class days (14 of 21 days) to complete the program.

Since this is the first year we are setting this expectation, we will also work with students and families when unexpected situations arise. Our goal is commitment, while still extending grace when needed.

Yes. Our dress code is an opportunity to practice professionalism and teamwork in our internship. For Internship days, we request that you wear the t-shirt or polo provided for you in your Welcome Bag, as well as jeans or long pants. For pop-up events, Serve Days, fitness, and physical activities, you can wear shorts. For special events, we will communicate dress code ahead of time.

Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from campus each day. Some off-site activities will require your own ride.

The Internship has an online application each year. Only Year 1 applicants complete the full interview process. Returning interns do not need to interview. Applications open soon.

If The Internship is a good fit for you at this time, you will receive an acceptance email with links to make a payment, setup an account, complete forms, and other next steps.

The Internship would not be possible without our dedicated team of volunteers and the generosity of so many. Together, we are developing the young leaders to make a difference for generations to come. Tap here to learn more about how you can get involved.

If you would like to give to theChapel Internship, GO HERE & select “Sponsorship / Donation” in the dropdown menu. Thank you for investing in the next generation of leaders!