Youth For Christ Ministry Internship
Are You Called to Share Christ With Teens?
Are you looking to gain practical ministry skills while making an impact on the lives of young people?
Are you passionate about connecting teens with the good news of Jesus—especially those outside the walls of the church? Do you want to develop effective ways to share your faith and serve others?
If so, the Youth For Christ (YFC) Ministry Internship may be just the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! This internship is a one-year commitment that places you in direct ministry with teens right here in our community.
Whether you're considering vocational ministry or simply want to grow in your faith and leadership, this internship offers the perfect environment to learn, serve, and share the love of Christ.
Internship Opportunities Include
- School Campuses: Serve alongside youth leaders on local high school and middle school campuses, building relationships with students and sharing the good news of Jesus.
- Group Homes: Engage at-risk teens in group homes, offering guidance, mentorship, and the love of Christ.
- Lowell Neighborhood (Downtown Fresno): Partner with local programs that combine mixed martial arts and creative programming with faith-based initiatives, helping teens navigate challenges and grow in their spiritual journeys.
- Church Partner Youth Ministries: Partner with various church youth groups, assisting in ministry events.
What You’ll Gain
- Practical Ministry Experience: Hands-on involvement in diverse ministry settings helping you develop real-world skills for serving teens.
- Ongoing Training: Receive regular training from experienced youth ministry leaders who have years of experience serving teens.
- Personal and Spiritual Growth: Increase your confidence in your faith and your ability to share it effectively with others.
- Leadership Skills: Learn how to lead, mentor, and disciple teens while building relationships that make a lasting impact.
Desired Outcomes of the Internship
- A deeper confidence in sharing your faith and leading others.
- Enhanced practical ministry skills, including event planning, outreach, and relationship-building.
- Growth as a leader, whether you feel called to vocational ministry or not.
- A passion for the next generation, equipping you to serve teens effectively in your community.
Why Join the YFC Ministry Internship?
This internship is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to make an eternal impact on the lives of teens, grow in your faith, and learn invaluable ministry skills that will serve you for years to come. If you have a heart for serving teens and sharing the love of Jesus, we encourage you to apply for this incredible year of ministry and growth! We look forward to hearing from you and partnering together to reach the next generation.
How to Apply
Application opens Tuesday, May 6th, 2025. If you are interested in applying or would like to be added to our interest list for updates, please contact John Drotos at john@yfcnow.org
Internship Supervisor
John Drotos
John Drotos has been serving at Youth For Christ since 2018. Along with serving at Youth For Christ John is a pastor at The Garage Church Fresno. John is married to his wife Cyinna and has one son named Canaan. John has his Bachelor's from Azusa Pacific University in Organizational Leadership and his Master's of Divinity from Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. John is passionate about reaching those outside the church, biblical literacy, and unity amongst the churches in our community.