Job Description
Are you ready to make a real difference in the world? At the Salvation Army, we are on a mission to provide hope, relief, and support to those in need, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team. As a part of our compassionate community, you will have the opportunity to transform lives and inspire positive change every single day. Whether you're driven by a desire to help the homeless, feed the needy, support disaster relief efforts, or work for our Central Territory Headquarters in finance, the arts or fundraising the Salvation Army offers a diverse range of opportunities where your skills and commitment can shine. Where every job is more than just a role-it's a calling to make a tangible impact in our communities. If you are looking for a fulfilling career that aligns with your values and desire to make the world a better place, explore the opportunities at the Salvation Army. Together, we can create a brighter future for those who need it most!
Central Territory Headquarters LI
Schedule (2025)- Start date - Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- End date - Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Definition A ministry internship opportunity within The Salvation Army USA Central Territory Music & Creative Arts Ministries Department.
Purpose The purpose of the Internship Program is to give Salvationist college music students and college graduates the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in Salvation Army music and creative arts ministries programing. This also provides The Salvation Army with a viable method of identifying, encouraging, and training our future local and divisional leaders in music and creative arts.
Learning Opportunities Field Training - Interns will accompany a department staff member to minister and teach at divisional music camps and conservatories as decided by the Territorial Music & Creative Arts Ministries Secretary (TMS). Interns will also participate in the Central Music Institute (CMI) and Resonate camps. If an intern is 22 years or older, they will be on faculty for CMI and Resonate. If they are younger than 22 years old, they will be a full-time student participating in any available leadership curriculum.
Administrative - In order to prepare our interns for positions in music and creative arts within The Salvation Army, it is imperative they learn about preparing for camps and Salvation Army processes and procedures. Each intern will take part in standard day-to-day functions such as staff meetings, camp preparation, library maintenance, and training in other related areas as deemed appropriate by the TMS.
Reporting Each intern will report directly to the positions in the following order:
- Territorial Music & Creative Arts Ministries Secretary
- Assistant Territorial Music & Creative Arts Ministries Secretary
- Administrative Assistant, Music and & Creative Arts Ministries Department
Note - Interns will likely work with various other members of the Music & Creative Arts Ministries Department.
Applicant Requirements - A Salvation Army soldier or attender of a corps, with a commitment to regularly participate in corps programming.
- Must have completed at least one year of college as a full-time student majoring in music or a creative art.
- Submit a completed application which includes endorsements from the commanding officer and divisional commander (or DC's designate).
Benefits Intern Benefits
- Leverage this internship for future jobs and promotions
- Leadership development and training
- Understanding of Salvation Army music and creative arts ministries
- Hands-on, field training
- Gain and grow confidence in music and creative arts ministry opportunities
- Knowledge of professional Salvation Army culture
Salvation Army Benefits
- Establishes a pipeline for Salvation Army music and creative arts leaders
- Provide opportunity to appraise and critique the intern's potential in terms of music/arts skills, leadership abilities
- Ability to impact the field directly through the work of the interns
Housing Interns are expected to secure their own housing for the internship period. The Territorial Music & Creative Arts Ministries Department can assist with this, but it is the responsibility of the interns to secure their accommodations.
Transportation and Food The Salvation Army will cover transportation and food for Salvation Army related activities such as camps and conferences. Interns are responsible for the necessary transportation to and from THQ.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call 847-294-2166.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled. The Salvation Army Central Territory
Job Tags
Full time, Relief, Local area,