Internship and Residency Opportunities
Intern at Devon Oasis Ministry
Each year, over 50 college and graduate students from several schools in the Midwest serve as interns at Devon Oasis. Our interns satisfy requirements for various degrees, including TESOL, ministry, intercultural studies, international health, social work, and business. Some of our interns serve in the neighborhood for a semester, while others join us for 1-3 years. They all fulfill a vital part of our team—helping sustain programs and bridging relational gaps in Little India.
Living in Little India will completely change the way you see the world! Our interns are often transformed as they personally engage our community. People from over 100 countries walk our streets, fill our businesses, and cultivate a culture unlike anywhere else. Please contact us if you are interested in pursuing an internship at Devon Oasis Ministry. Our community needs you!
A Unique Internship Experience
Gain Practical Experience
Receive Mentoring
We strive to invest in our interns as they pour themselves into our community. You will experience personal growth through interaction with other team members, engagement with Scripture, cross-cultural encounters in our diverse community, and guidance drawn from over 30 years of experience in Little India.
Fulfill Course Requirements
Devon Oasis satisfies internships for various academic disciplines. Our team works with your college or university to make sure your internship will meet course requirements.
Gain Cross-Cultural Experiences
People from over 100 countries call Little India home. You will gain invaluable cross-cultural experience as you build relationships with and serve this community.
Residency at Devon Oasis Ministry
Take a deeper step into the community by becoming a resident at Devon Oasis. Often, we think of the excitement of traveling overseas to serve people. However, at Devon Oasis, we also recognize that the world has come to our front door, and we are pleased to welcome them.
Residents are men and women who decide to move into our community for 1-4 years and formally serve the families of Little India through Devon Oasis. They will receive professional, theological, and practical formation while at Oasis. Residents will be mentored in a way that prepares them for future leadership in Christian ministry.
Residents are responsible to raise their own financial support or secure employment in the community. And, while it is ideal for a resident to devote full-time service at Devon Oasis, it is not required. Residents are distinct from interns in that they are not necessarily joined to a formal academic program.
Support from a Team
Flexible Schedule
Flexibility is key in the modern world! At Devon Oasis Ministry, we strive to be flexible to the various needs of our residents, whether time is needed for employment or personal matters.
Gain Cross-Cultural Experiences
People from over 100 countries call Little India home. You will gain invaluable cross-cultural experience as you live and serve in our community.
Receive Mentoring
As a Resident, you’ll experience personal growth during your time at Devon Oasis Ministry. Dr. Andrews and Lynne have lived and ministered in this community for over 30 years, and they want you to gain skills and expertise in cross-cultural ministry through your residency.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long can I serve?
Some of our interns serve a semester, while others remain throughout the entire school year or multiple years. Much of this depends on your academic requirements.
Residents minimally live in the community for a year, but may select to remain 2-4 years. By serving for this length of time, they establish deep and rooted relationships in the community.
Is this a paid internship?
Unfortunately, we are unable to pay our interns and residents.
Residents are encouraged to raise financial support, much like a person serving overseas.
Do you offer summer internships?
The majority of our programming revolves around the school-year calendar, as do our internships. Depending on synchronizing of schedules, we would be happy to do a summer internship. Please contact us for more information.
Do you provide housing?
Interns and residents are responsible to secure their own housing. While Devon Oasis Ministry does not have housing dormitories, we can assist your search for an apartment.
What is the difference between interns and residents?
Interns are usually college or graduate students who serve at Devon Oasis Ministry in order to fulfill academic requirements.
Residents live in Little India without academic requirement and ideally serve with us 15-25 hours a week. They help run our programs, build relationships within the community, and engage in specific areas of ministry outside of our normal, weekly programming.
Do I have to raise my own support as a resident?
As a resident, you have the option to raise your own missions support or work another job to provide for yourself.
What will I do at Devon Oasis Ministry?
At first, you will help in several of our activities. In time, you may be given specific duties which will occupy most of your time. A specific focus will be determined over time by what best meets current needs and what best develops your skills.
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