Applications are open for the Leeds Diocesan Internship program for 2026/27.
The Leeds Diocesan Internship program is an opportunity to experience God at work in the church today, go deeper into the Bible, theology, prayer, and discipleship, and discover more of the gifts and skills that God has given.
Interns are placed in a church to get hands-on ministry experience, and are part of a weekly learning community to equip them as disciples.
Interns are also given guidance, support, and prayer from others around you.
The Revd Simon Walters, Diocesan Internship Lead, said: “Could God be calling you or someone in your church to be an intern in the future?
“An internship is for more than just recent university graduates, it is for any younger adults (aged 18-40) willing to set aside a year to go deeper in their discipleship and serve in a local church.
“The Diocesan Interns Team has produced a range of materials to help you approach those in your church for whom this could be a great opportunity.
“Please do reach out to us if we can help support you on this journey.”
Interns spend two or three days a week serving in a church and one day a week gathering as a learning community for worship and teaching.
There are a number of different streams through which people can take part as an intern, including through the Ministry Experience Scheme, the Future Youth Scheme, the New Wine Discipleship Year or our Independent Stream.
Through this internship programme, we want to grow and nurture disciples who make disciples and who will serve the Kingdom of God in all areas of life, from business, politics, media, education and medicine as well as leading churches across the country and beyond.
If a church thinks they have someone God is calling to be an intern, whether at their church or another, please do get in touch with our Interns Team.
For most interns, it is a specific conversation and encouragement to explore the role that means they end up as an intern.
To find out more about the scheme and how to apply, please click here.