What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chaplaincy Intern position at Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County?
UGM-TC Chaplaincy Intern (Unpaid)
Position Title: Chaplaincy Intern
Schedule: Approximately 25 hours/week, with a preferred availability Friday–Monday. Additional weekday hours may be available.
Compensation: Unpaid - internship to fill education or experiential requirements
Reports To: Chaplain
Position Overview
We are seeking a spiritually mature and ministry-minded Chaplaincy Intern to support our chapel services, discipleship programs, and pastoral care efforts. This role is ideal for someone pursuing vocational ministry and looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, faith-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Preaching & Teaching:
- Deliver biblically sound messages from both the Old and New Testaments in chapel settings.
- Lead and conduct chapel services with clarity, reverence, and pastoral sensitivity.
- Service Coverage:
- Be available to fill in for chapel services that may become vacant, especially on weekends.
- Participate in weekday services as scheduled or needed.
- Pastoral Care & Counseling:
- Engage with residents and staff through informal and formal spiritual conversations.
- Provide compassionate, confidential support rooted in biblical principles.
- Discipleship & Prayer Ministry:
- Assist in weekly discipleship programs, Bible studies, and prayer meetings.
- Support the spiritual development of individuals across various stages of faith.
Preferred Availability
- Friday–Monday coverage is especially valued (approx. 25 hours/week).
- Flexibility for additional weekday slots may be arranged based on ministry needs.
Ideal Candidate
- Proficient in preaching and teaching Scripture in a chapel or congregational setting.
- Comfortable leading worship services and engaging diverse audiences.
- Passionate about discipleship, prayer, and pastoral care.
- Reliable, teachable, and committed to serving with humility and grace.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed theological education (preferred but not required).
Additional Notes
This internship provides meaningful exposure to chaplaincy work in a residential ministry context. It is a unique opportunity to grow in leadership, deepen your pastoral skills, and serve alongside a committed team of spiritual caregivers.
As part of the screening process, you may be asked to provide a pastoral reference. Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County is a Christian organization that seeks to hire people who align with our beliefs in Jesus Christ. We welcome all Christian denominations into the mission.