Overview
Position: Church Engagement Summer Intern
Department: Church & Ministry Engagement
Term: Internship (June to Aug 2026)
Hours: Full Time (35-40 hours/week)
Reports to: Church and Ministry Engagement Representative
Location: In office, hybrid work opportunities
Salary range: $21 /hour
About Us
Focus on the Family Canada is a Christian not-for-profit dedicated to helping families thrive since 1983. As a certified Best Christian Workplace, we are committed to healthy culture, employee well‑being, and Kingdom impact. Through our programs, resources, and initiatives, we support individuals and families in navigating life’s challenges with faith, resilience, and love. Rooted in biblical values, we believe in fostering strong, healthy relationships and empowering communities through compassionate and faith-based support. Learn more at www.focusonthefamily.ca
About the Opportunity
This role works closely with the Church and Ministry Representative to help nurture existing relationships, build new connections, support the National Volunteer Program, and contribute to the development of the Pastors Appreciation Gala. The intern will receive mentorship that will help them navigate both the rhythms of a non-profit ministry and the broader landscape of the Canadian Church.
As they walk alongside seasoned leaders, they will develop a discerning awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing churches across the country, strengthen their networking abilities through real-world relationship building with pastors, ministry partners and volunteers.
They will also have an opportunity to sharpen essential practical skills such as time management, multitasking, and administration that can be applied in nonprofit, corporate, or ministry contexts.
The ideal intern is able to work out of our beautiful head office in British Columbia and is an engaging, energetic self-starter who relates well to others. This internship is well‑suited for students and recent graduates seeking hands‑on experience in nonprofit ministry, church engagement, and community‑focused relational work. If this resonates with you – we invite you to apply today!
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Enhancing the National Volunteer Program (NVP) to strengthen volunteer recruitment, capacity, impact, communication, and recognition.
- Carrying out administrative duties for the NVP, including reference checks, creating and maintaining workflows, organizing volunteer cards, and coordinating volunteer schedules.
- Providing servant leadership to volunteer coordinators through policy development, software training, regular check-ins, and ongoing encouragement.
- Communicating clearly across departments as new volunteer roles are created and implemented.
- Researching and initiating new relationships with potential partnerships, denominational partners, peer parachurch organizations, nonprofits, or education institutions.
- Participating in daily devotions, team meetings, and organization-wide gatherings.
- Attending meet-and-greets with Christian network agencies and denominational partners. *Local travel may be required*
- Assisting with event planning. Specifically, working on a Focus on the Family Day event planned for October of 2026. This will be done in collaboration with many departments, and the Church Engagement Intern will be responsible for coordinating the efforts.
About You:
- The best fit for this role will be someone working towards or recently completed a post-secondary degree, preferably in the field of Business Administration, Biblical Studies, Ministry and Christian Leadership
- An excellent communicator who has a passion for developing relationships and connecting with new people.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and be flexible with supporting a variety of simultaneous projects.
- Naturally curious and be proactive to problem solve
- Self-motivated and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable with administrative systems and digital tools
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven team that makes a tangible difference in the lives of families.
- Hands on experience in a professional environment with an organization that prioritizes faith, social responsibility, and holistic family support.
- Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for understanding the operations of a nonprofit
- Enjoy paid internship while acquiring real life work experience leading to professional growth.
- Join us for our daily devotions and be part of a formal mentorship
- Store discount for interns to all Focus on the Family resources and materials.
Other Requirements
This position is contingent on Federal Government Grant funding by the Canada Summer Jobs program. Successful candidates must meet the criteria set forth by the grant program below.
To be eligible, youth must:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment (international students are not eligible participants); and,
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations; and,
- this role requires an individual who is able to sign and adhere to our Christian Foundations and Standards
At Focus on the Family Canada, we recognized that people are created in the image of God and deserve to be treated accordingly with compassion, equity, and professional excellence. We believe in fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve and that is a practical expression of our Christian faith.
We thank everyone for their interest in this role. To better manage our resources, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.