Impact Internship Application

Impact Internship Application
Hope of the Ozarks is offering this internship opportunity to young adults ages 17- 22 who want to develop as leaders and make an impact. This is a 12 month program, where participants gain invaluable experience and make an impact in the kingdom of God through personal development classes, hands on ministry, and hard work.

It is as unpaid internship, although training in raising missionary support will be provided, as well as a small food stipend. Interns may also work part time in Rolla or online as long as they can meet all intern requirements at camp.
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Personal References
Please provide contact info for three people whom we may contact as a reference before your application will be accepted:
1. Professional Reference, ex: teacher or employer
2. Relative, not parents, over 21
3. Spiritual Mentor, ex: small group leader or pastor
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Personal & Christian Walk

Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. Answer will be kept confidential.
Church you currently attend:
Attending since:

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Pastor's Name:
Church Phone:
How have you grown as a Christian this year?
What do you like to do in your free time; what are some of your hobbies or interests?
Why do you want to be an intern at Hope of the Ozarks?
What area of your life would you like to grow in?
List three personal goals you have for this internship:
Highest academic level completed
Describe any vocational or educational training you have:
Are you certified in:
If you are certified in any of the above areas, please list the expiration dates of these certifications:
Do you have a drivers license?
List any training or experiences which have equipped you to work with children:
Do you have any medical conditions that might affect your time of service?

Background & Philosophy

NOTE: The following questions are to help Hope of the Ozarks protect its staff and campers. We understand that the answers to these questions may be private and deeply personal, and we will protect your privacy.
Please list any organization (including churchs) over the past 3 years that you have been involved with caring for children or vulnerable adults:
Name:
Years Involved:
Location (City, State):
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Location (City, State):
Name:
Years Involved:
Location (City, State):
When you are unhappy, angry, or emotional about a person or circumstance, what do you do?
If you have struggled with cutting, bulimia, anorexia, suicide, or any other emotional disorders in the past two years, please describe:
Have you experienced any significant physical or emotional stresses within the past year, such as the loss of a parent, spouse, or child, extreme ill health, or any emotional or physical crisis? If so, please briefly explain:
Have you ever physically or sexually abused a child?
Do you consider yourself to have been physically or sexually abused as a child?

Theology and Christian Background

Please answer the following questions in 2-8 sentences:
What are your beliefs about Jesus Christ, The Bible, and Heaven /Hell?
Describe your salvation experience and your Christian growth:
If a young person asks you why they need salvation and how to become a Christian, what would you say?
Where do you stand on the following issues: alcohol, drugs, homosexuality, and premarital sex?
Have you been involved in any of the above areas and how long ago was it?

Commitment and Release
This is a serious commitment. Please ask God to help you overcome any obstacles that may arise in order to be able to fully carry out your commitment.
I hereby state that I am 18 years or older, and I authorize the release of any criminal history record information to Hope of the Ozarks.
By typing my name in the box below, I agree to the above statements and promise that they are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
If applicant is under 18 years old, a parent must type their name in this box to give consent:
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