Practicum and Global Internship Manager
JOB TYPE: Full-time (40 hrs/week)
LOCATION: Louisville, KY
DEPARTMENT: Mobilization
REPORTS TO: Director of Mobilization
PAY RATE: Support Raised – TBD
The Practicum and Global Internship Manager serves within the Mobilization team of Reaching & Teaching International Ministries. This role is responsible for overseeing the Practicum program and the Global Internship Program under the direction of the Director of Mobilization. The ideal candidate will be a mature disciple of Jesus Christ who embraces RTIM’s ministry DNA, is a self-starter, an excellent communicator, and a strong administrator. The Practicum and Global Internship Manager will carry out all duties in a manner consistent with the purpose, core values, and mission statement of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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- Program Leadership & Student Engagement:
- Communicate a compelling vision for student engagement in the Practicum and Global Internship programs
- Strengthen and strategically support Regional Mobilizers in cultivating relationships with churches, pastors, ministry partners, and prospective students within their assigned regions
- Lead communication and partnership coordination with Long-term Teams and Global Workers serving as Practicum hosts during summer and winter terms
- Collaborate with the Director of Mobilization and Global Internship Host Churches to strategically plan and execute the Global Internship program
- Establish and communicate expectations with Global Internship Host Churches while fostering ongoing feedback and partnership development
- Program Leadership & Student Engagement:
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- Practicum Oversight:
- Oversee the collection, organization, and management of host information and program logistics for the Practicum
- Direct the interview and candidate evaluation process for all Practicum applications in collaboration with the Practicum team and XLT, including placement decisions
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of applicant interviews, evaluations, and placement recommendations within the organization’s CRM system
- Coordinate and facilitate training for Practicum students during the spring semester
- Provide leadership for Practicum Coordinators to plan and execute Practicum Orientation
- Manage and resolve travel-related issues for Practicum participants in a timely and effective manner
- Provide care, mentorship, and ongoing support for male Practicum students throughout their field experience
- Practicum Oversight:
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- Global Internship Administration:
- Lead administrative operations for the Global Internship program, including management of the internship pipeline and development of program resources and processes
- Oversee the application, interview, and selection process for Global Internship candidates
- Coordinate and resolve travel-related issues affecting Global Interns throughout the duration of their assignments
- Global Internship Administration:
REQUIREMENTS:
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- Employee shall maintain membership in a local church with beliefs that RTIM determines to be consistent with RTIM’s statements of faith
- Employee shall perform all duties consistent with RTIM’s theological beliefs and standards as reflected in its statements of faith
- Employee shall annually affirm in writing and without reservation RTIM’s statements of faith
QUALIFICATIONS:
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- Strong leadership and communication skills
- 2–3 years of ministry experience (missions experience preferred)
- Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to manage recurring responsibilities without close supervision
- Works well with others, including remote teammates and individuals with a variety of dispositions and personality types
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Submits to authority and serves in a manner consistent with RTIM’s core values, vision, and mission
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Willingness to learn and utilize organizational platforms such as Asana, Notion, CRM systems, and AI-powered tools
- Strong administrative and organizational competency
- Demonstrates spiritual maturity, servant leadership, and sound judgment
TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS:
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- Participation in Practicum Orientation each year
- Participation in Practicum Debrief each year
- Participation in Global Internship Orientation each year
- Participation in Cross Conference each year
- Other travel as assigned