L.I.F.T. - Leaders in Field Training

What you'll do: LIFT interns are involved across the full life of camp.

Responsibilities include: Program Ministry: Hosting retreats, facilitating groups, leading camp presentations, and representing LAC on university campuses. Academic Work: Weekly papers, required reading, and coursework designed to develop you as a thinker and a leader. LIFT has an educational partnership with Southewest Baptist University and Anchor University — graduate students may elect to receive a graduate degree. Service: A minimum of eight hours per week in housekeeping, serving meals, maintenance work, and other hands-on roles that keep camp running. Missions: Every LIFT intern participates in a cross-cultural missions experience in camp ministry. You'll be responsible for raising your own prayer and financial support. A valid passport is required. EARN YOUR MASTER'S DEGREEThe LIFT program includes an educational partnership with two universities, giving you the option to earn a graduate degree while you serve. MA in Organizational Leadership — Southwest Baptist University A 30-credit program integrating coursework directly into your internship. Six courses are woven into your field experience; the remaining four are taken online. MA in Christian Leadership — Anchor Christian University A 30-credit program designed specifically for ministry contexts, with a curriculum built around biblical leadership, discipleship, and spiritual formation. Please note that the master's degree is optional, and each individual is responsible for their tuition fees. Both options are designed to run alongside your internship without competing with it. For questions about either program, click below. Anchor University Southwest Baptist University"The LIFT internship helped me walk confidently into the teaching profession with a greater understanding of emotional intelligence to connect with my students and provide appropriate instructional to their individual needs."LECRETIAFORMER LIFT INTERNWHAT YOU'LL RECEIVEWe believe great leaders are built through support, not pressure. Throughout the internship, you'll receive: Intentional mentorship from experienced ministry leaders Leadership development rooted in real responsibility A community of peers invested in the same growth Clear expectations and consistent feedbackHOW TO APPLYGetting started is easy. Here's what the application process looks like: Review the program details and make sure LIFT is the right fit for you Submit your online application (30-60) minutes We connect with you one-on-one Interview and role matching You're In! Onboarding and training begin soon Positions are limited. Not every qualified applicant will be accepted. Review Program Details Apply NowFAQYes. LIFT requires at least one summer of counseling or program experience at LAC, including two weeks of Staff Training. That foundation is essential to what the program builds on. Interns write a weekly paper, read required books on a rotating schedule, and complete all assigned coursework. Deadlines are taken seriously — there's a three-strike policy for late work. Online coursework may be permitted with supervisor approval, balanced against the program's demands. Graduate students may also elect to receive credit through LAC's partnership with Southern Baptist University. Each intern participates in a missions experience focused on camp ministry in another cultural context. Interns are responsible for raising their own prayer and financial support. A valid passport is required. Any gap between support raised and trip costs is the intern's responsibility to cover. No. The demands of the program require full availability. Outside employment is not permitted during the nine-month period. Many LIFT interns move directly into summer staff roles. If your summer responsibilities begin before May 30, arrangements can be made with your supervisor for an early transition. Submit an online application, connect one-on-one with our team, complete an interview, and receive program confirmation. We'll guide you through each step.

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