About Menlo Church

Founded in 1873, Menlo Church has a rich history of serving the spiritual needs of our community and is a vibrant spiritual and social center in Menlo Park. Our journey has led us to expand across the Bay Area, with campuses in San Mateo, Mountain View, San Jose, and Saratoga.

Menlo’s mission is to bring hope to everyone by living out our identity in Christ every day. As we navigate the unique challenges of today’s culture, we are committed to being an endearing gospel presence in a region where many are skeptical. With a talented & dedicated staff, we envision a Bay Area that awakens to the freedom found in Christ, through meaningful and practical support.

Join us as we strive to equip our community to bring the gospel into every aspect of life. Together, we can make a lasting impact in the Bay Area and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY 

The NextGen Summer internship focuses on providing people interested in full time ministry with an opportunity to learn about ministry while building teams, planning events, and creating space for kids, students, and families to connect with one another and grow during the summer.  Interns will play a key role in helping equip and lead volunteers at Menlo Kids Summer Camp.  The intern will help with supplemental tasks integral for Central NextGen ministry over the summer and in preparation for the 2025-26 year.  As a part of their time, interns will be coached and supported by the Kids and Student directors.  

This internship program is for the summer of 2025, approximately 20-30hrs per week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Build teams of volunteers and invite them into partnering with us in ministry!
2. Equip volunteers to lead Menlo Kids Summer Camp (this includes preparing curriculum materials, promotional items, food, etc.)
3. Work with the NextGen team to plan and lead large events.
4. Meet with NextGen staff to learn about ministry and discipleship.
5. Support volunteer teams in preparing supplies for weekly Menlo Kids programming. 
6. Partner with the NextGen directors to lead Sunday programs and upcoming events.
7. Additional duties and special projects as assigned by Central staff. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Education and Experience 

• High School graduate or above
• Interest in vocational ministry

Knowledge and Skills 

• Positive attitude and a desire to learn
• Team player and team builder  
• Enjoys working with young children

Menlo Church Spiritual Requirements 

• Live out their personal relationship with Jesus Christ by growing more in His likeness, eager to share and see others come to know true hope.
• Demonstrate active engagement as a member of Menlo Church by: Regularly attending and inviting others to services, connecting in community through groups, volunteering in a ministry, and committing to giving to the mission and vision of Menlo Church.
• Holds themself and others accountable to live and love others with integrity and diligence in light of their identity in Christ.
• Hold compatible theological beliefs in alignment with the essential tenets of ECO, as outlined on their website (https://eco-pres.org/).  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all possible duties, activities, or responsibilities. These requirements may change at any time. The position described in this posting represent that a teammate must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions. All offer for employment with Menlo Church are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed the required background checks.