Transform your life

Do you want to give a year of your life to building the Church and growing in your calling?

The Shofar East London Internship Program is a one-year opportunity to intentionally invest in your spiritual growth while gaining practical ministry and leadership experience.

This internship allows you to dedicate 12 months to serving within Shofar East London, developing hands-on skills, deepening your relationship with the Lord, and learning what it looks like to be part of the day-to-day life of a local church. If you sense a call to ministry, leadership or creative expression within the Kingdom, this could be your next step.

Ministry Areas You Could Gain Experience In

As a Shofar intern, select one or two of the following areas that you’ll receive exposure and practical training: 

Kids Ministry


Nurture young hearts with the love and teachings of Christ and help raise the next generation of faith-filled leaders.

Youth Ministry


Inspire and guide teenagers in their faith journey while learning how to disciple and mentor effectively.

Video & Media


Create compelling digital content that communicates the Gospel creatively and reaches beyond Sunday services.

Design & Photography


Capture and communicate God’s story through visuals that serve the church and impact the community.

Worship Ministry


Help lead others into God’s presence through music, creativity, and excellence in worship.

Counselling Ministry


Support and uplift others through compassionate, Christ-centred care and ministry.

This experience equips you for future ministry, leadership, or workplace influence.
Please note that there is a simple application and evaluation process to help us discern whether the internship is the right fit for you at this time.

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Requirements to Apply

To apply for the Shofar East London Internship, you must:

  • Be planted in Shofar East London for more than 6 months
  • Live a life based on Biblical principles and values to the best of your ability
  • Provide a letter of recommendation from a youth leader, Lifegroup leader, or church leader
  • Have reliable transportation
  • Have access to a laptop

By becoming an intern, you commit to:

  1. Intentionally pursuing a relationship with the Lord
  2. Attending all required staff meetings
  3. Being open to feedback and growth opportunities
  4. Arriving on time for meetings and events
  5. Committing to the full 12-month program
  6. Representing Shofar Church in a Godly and honouring way — both at church and in public

Please note that space in the internship program is limited, and not all applicants will necessarily be accepted.

During your internship year, you can expect:

  • Weekly staff meetings
  • Structured training in various ministry areas
  • Regular feedback and personal development conversations
  • Hard work, growth and plenty of fun along the way

This is a year of discipleship, service, and practical equipping within a local church context.

  1. Complete the online application form on or before 1 November 2026.
  2. Once submitted, a preliminary interview will be scheduled with the internship co-ordinator to review your application.
  3. Shortlisted applicants will attend a secondary interview with Pastor André, Sonika, or Jean-Pierre.
  4. The internship co-ordinator will contact you within two weeks to inform you whether your application was successful.
Apply for the 2027 Shofar Internship Program today

If you’re ready to grow, serve, and invest a year into building God’s Kingdom – don’t miss out.

Contact Jordan van den Bosch on jordan.vandenbosch@shofaronline.org for more information.