Renewal Church · West Chicago, IL

Next Gen Internships

For the glory of God and the good of the neighborhood.

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About Renewal Church

Renewal Church exists for the glory of God and the good of the neighborhood. Our heart is to see lives renewed through the gospel and to raise up the next generation to know, love, and follow Jesus.

Renewal Kids partners with families to help the next generation know and trust God, courageously love others, and live like Jesus - bringing glory to God and good to their neighborhoods.

Open Positions

Kids having fun at Renewal Kids ministry
Kids Ministry

Renewal Kids Ministry School-Year Intern

Part-Time Internship (School Year) · 8-12 hours per week

The Kids Ministry Intern will serve alongside the Director of Next Generation Ministries to help create safe, engaging, and gospel-centered environments for children on Sunday mornings and throughout the ministry week.

This role blends hands-on ministry with operational leadership, making it ideal for a student who loves both working with kids and building systems that help ministry run smoothly.

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Sunday Ministry

  • Serve in Renewal Kids classrooms
  • Assist with teaching Bible lessons and leading activities
  • Build relationships with kids and families
  • Help create welcoming, safe environments

Operations & Administration

  • Assist with volunteer scheduling
  • Help organize and distribute curriculum
  • Support classroom supply preparation
  • Help maintain systems and processes that keep ministry running smoothly

Volunteer & Leader Support

  • Assist with leader communication and appreciation
  • Help prepare materials for volunteer teams
  • Support training and leader development initiatives

Ministry Preparation

  • Organize supplies and classroom resources
  • Help prepare crafts, activities, and lesson materials
  • Assist with ministry events and special Sundays

What We're Looking For

  • Energetic and outgoing with a genuine love for kids
  • Passionate about the local church and kids ministry
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Able to follow and improve systems and processes
  • Reliable and willing to take initiative
  • Comfortable working both behind the scenes and in front of a classroom

What You'll Gain

You'll gain hands-on ministry experience in a growing church, along with intentional leadership development and mentorship. This role provides experience in both ministry operations and teaching environments, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how a healthy kids ministry functions. Throughout it all, you'll have meaningful opportunities to grow in your discipleship and leadership.

To Apply

Please submit a resume and a brief note describing:

  • Your faith story
  • Why you are interested in kids ministry
  • What you hope to learn during this internship
Email abby@bringrenewal.com

Ideal Candidates

Ministry Christian Education Elementary Education Nonprofit Leadership Youth or Family Ministry
Wednesday night student gathering at Renewal Students
Student Ministry

Renewal Students Ministry School-Year Intern

Part-Time Internship (School Year) · 6 hours per week

The Renewal Students Intern will serve alongside the Student Ministry leadership team to help create engaging, relational, and gospel-centered environments for students.

This role is highly relational and up-front, making it ideal for someone who loves being around students, leading activities, facilitating discussion, and helping create energy in the room.

The intern will play an important role in helping lead Wednesday night gatherings and building meaningful relationships with middle and high school students.

Students playing games at Wednesday night gathering Student leader smiling at Renewal Students Students painting watercolor crosses together

Wednesday Night Programming

  • Help lead weekly student gatherings
  • Facilitate games, activities, and group engagement
  • Assist with teaching or sharing short devotional moments
  • Help lead and facilitate small group discussions

Student Relationships

  • Build relationships with middle school and high school students
  • Engage students before and after gatherings
  • Help students feel seen, welcomed, and included

Ministry Leadership

  • Assist with planning student ministry activities and events
  • Support leaders in creating engaging environments for students
  • Help maintain a positive, energetic, and welcoming atmosphere

Discipleship & Presence

  • Model authentic faith and Christ-like character
  • Invest relationally in students throughout the ministry year
  • Encourage students in their walk with Jesus

What We're Looking For

  • Outgoing, energetic, and relational
  • Comfortable being up front in a room of students
  • Confident facilitating games, activities, and discussions
  • Passionate about the next generation and student ministry
  • Able to connect easily with middle school and high school students
  • A clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Dependable and eager to grow as a leader

What You'll Gain

  • Hands-on experience leading in student ministry
  • Opportunities to teach, lead discussions, and facilitate gatherings
  • Mentorship and leadership development
  • Practical experience discipling middle school and high school students
  • Insight into how a healthy student ministry operates

To Apply

Please submit a resume and a brief note describing:

  • Your faith story
  • Why you are interested in kids ministry
  • What you hope to learn during this internship
Email abby@bringrenewal.com

Ideal Candidates

Youth Ministry Christian Ministry Education Counseling Nonprofit Leadership
Abby — Director of Next Generation Ministries

Hi! I'm Abby.

Director of Next Generation Ministries

I am the Director of Next Generation Ministries here at Renewal. This means I oversee our Kids Ministry and our Student Ministry on a weekly basis. I'm passionate about helping the next generation know they are seen, known, and deeply loved by Jesus. Over the past 15 years, I've served in a mix of staff and volunteer ministry roles-including several years in youth ministry in both urban and suburban settings. I love to help children and students engage with Scripture and grow in authentic faith.

I live in Winfield with my husband, Joe, and our two sons, Asher and Rowan. I'm a Baylor grad, a Packers fan (don't hold that against me), a country music lover, and firmly believe potatoes are the perfect food group.

Email Abby

To Apply

Please submit a resume and a brief note describing:

  • Your faith story
  • Why you are interested in kids ministry
  • What you hope to learn during this internship
Email abby@bringrenewal.com