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First Impressions intern will learn the value of a first impression.  They will work with a variety of people and teams to create an environment that makes people feel welcome.  They will generate creative ideas that go with themes to make the hallways and environment engaging and dynamic.  They will also utilize the environment to create spaces for spiritual growth through interactive elements in the hallway and throughout the building.  They will work with scheduling and organizing teams to greet, seat, direct and treat people attending New Walk Church. 

Learning Experiences:

• Organizing teams
• Recruiting volunteers
• Training volunteers
• Administrative work
• Project Coordination
• Ministry Assimilation
• Creative Design Work
• Budget management
• Ministry planning

Skills Learned:

• Understanding the value of a First Impression
• Creating a welcoming environment
• Working with a team
• Recruiting and training volunteers
• Giving people tools to take next steps

Ministry Exposure:  

This position’s primary exposure is in content creation for New Walk Church’s social media and ministries. This position is for someone who wants to learn how we can use social media to reach our community and beyond with the mission of New Walk and the Gospel. This intern will work under the Director of Communications and support the planning, design, creation, and engagement of content with the goal of enhancing New Walk’s ability to reach, attract, connect, and elevate people in our community for the Kingdom.

Learning Experiences:

• Creating content for social media such as: graphics, photos, and video via content creation applications
• Assisting with all aspects of social media marketing from planning to evaluation
• Attending planning meetings to collaborate on the development of church-wide communications
• Identifying trends in social media from which to create content 
• Capturing storytelling content such as images and video
• Scheduling content for social media campaigns

Skills Learned: 

• Experience with creating content and the applications used in the creation process
• Involved graphic design, video editing, & photo editing experience (e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom) 
• Use of DSLR/Mirrorless Cameras, audio equipment, and other content creation equipment
• Social Media Processes, Tools, and Platforms (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, etc.)

Ministry Exposure:  

Production works alongside all ministry departments by using technology to champion the vision of New Walk Church and ultimately further the Kingdom.  Work with a team of creatives from hearing a vision for an event or service, planning, creating elements and executing the production elements of the service or event. 

Learning Experiences:

• Audio
• Video
• Lighting Systems
• Processes and procedures working with a creative team
• Service planning and execution

Skills Learned:

• Audio, video, lighting systems
• Working wit a team of creatives
• Developing processes and procedures to create services and events
• Generating an idea, developing, planning, and executing to completion

Ministry Exposure:  

Our goal for our K!DS internship is to provide a transformational learning experience that you’ll look back on with fond memories where you learned the basics of ministry, understood a K!DS ministry philosophy and learned how to work effectively with a team. 

Learning Experiences:

• Leading Kids’ Small Groups 
• Prepping Curriculum 
• Observing Child Dedications and Baptism Classes 
• How to recruit, equip and encourage volunteers 
• Create and run fun events for kids 

Skills Learned:

• Working with a team 
• Leading a variety of ages on a team 
• Designing purposeful events 
• Developing trainings 

Ministry Exposure:  

This position’s primary exposure is to work closely with the Pastoral Care Director, New Walk staff and other residents to help lead and engage in different care needs within our church and community. Learn how to care for others spiritually, how to minister to a grieving family and assimilating prayer requests and needs.   You would gain insights and experiences in care ministries including hospital visits, outreach, Baptism, weddings and funerals.  

Learning Experiences:

• Participating in praying for individuals through Connect Cards and in person. 
• Recruiting, equipping, and providing ongoing support for our volunteer leaders. 
• Provide spiritual care to members of our church and community.  
• Caring with respect and dignity, always modeling the love of Christ.  
• Work closely with other care team members. 
• Help with Prayer cards assimilation Sundays 8:30a – 2p.  
• Assisting with YTH Pastoral Care as needed 
• Attend hospital visits with Pastoral Care Team Director 
• Observe Wedding Planning Meetings with families 
• Observe Funeral Planning Meetings with families 

Skills Learned:

• Caring for others spiritually 
• Meeting with people and creating services that meet needs of families going through difficult times 
• Confidence in praying for others