Multi-Site Church Internship in Dubai

Live and work in Dubai. Develop your skills in a fast-growing, multicultural church. Explore your role in a global story alongside other Jesus followers, seeking to display God’s love in every profession and place.

OM and InterVarsity are partnering to make global, professional internships available in dynamic city hubs for summer 2026. All students are welcome (not exclusive to InterVarsity) and will experience the values and support of both OM and InterVarsity in their internship cohort and throughout their journey.

The Multi-Site Church Internship in Dubai will include a full “day job” working with staff from one or more of the ministry departments of a vibrant international church (e.g., Small Groups, Young Adults, Communication and Media, Children's Ministries, etc.), plus experiencing life and discipleship with other interns and local friends, taking part in church community and activities, and exploring a new culture on your time off.

This internship is a tailored program for the individual based on his or her skills, experience, goals (and needs of the ministry department they are primarily assigned to).

 
Responsibilities may include:

• Experience in any area/department of a large church ministry--from children to youth, young adults to adult ministry, or from video production to small group leader training.
• Developing practical skills in leading small groups, managing group dynamics, fostering spiritual growth, and supporting members from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and managing ministry programs, including event logistics, budgeting, communication, and volunteer coordination.
• Team collaboration and church operations alongside a multidisciplinary team of pastors, worship leaders, and administrators, gaining insight into the day-to-day operations of a large, active church in an urban environment.
• Learning how to foster inclusive multicultural environments for worship, fellowship, and discipleship. (There are over 90 different nationalities in the church; tailoring an experience to a particular culture is also a real possibility.)

Qualifications and Skills:

• Follower of Jesus, passionate about making a positive impact in the world, motivated to build relationships with people of other cultures
• Experience being part of a small group through a church; experience leading a small group a plus
• Experience in leadership training a plus
• Flexibility to live in homes of international families (rotated once or more for a rich exposure to a variety of nationalities and cultures).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, adaptable to cross-cultural teams and audiences
• Strong organization and attention to detail, ensuring timely completion of tasks
• Ability to navigate a large city independently; experience traveling and living internationally a plus

Highlights shared by former interns:

• Immersion in the local culture of a vibrant and modern city, with opportunity for adventure and travel to additional cities or countries
• Mentorship and guidance from global professionals who are successful in their field
• Developing their professional and ministry abilities by contributing to real-world projects
• Learning how to apply the tools and techniques of their field in a vastly different cultural setting
• Getting involved in community Bible studies and service opportunities
• Rich community and team-times with fellow interns who also want to grow as Kingdom-minded professionals and make a difference for Christ through cross-cultural ministry in an urban setting
  
   

Why consider this internship?

• An international internship combines the benefits of a traditional internship (skill and resume improvement, employment connections) with the benefits of study abroad (cultural immersion)—and doing it through OM and InterVarsity means you will also experience the benefits of mission-driven discipleship connected to global Christian community.
• Our interns on average rate their work experience as a 9/10 in terms of doing meaningful work, receiving specific encouragement, and being prepared in their work. OM was chosen as a Handshake Early Talent Award recipient because of our mission-driven approach to internships and our high level of manager investment and care.
• 2 out of 3 of our interns say they would consider working for their host team, organization, or business in the future—and 2 out of 3 of our managers say they would hire their intern for a similar job.
• To learn more, check out our intern stories, FAQs, and testimonials on our internship website and Handshake employer profile

Additional Information:

• All interns must be in full agreement OM USA’s Statement of Faith.
• Internships begin in mid-May and go through July, and program includes an orientation and debriefing with your internship cohort and OM and InterVarsity staff.
• This is an unpaid internship (like the vast majority of international internships, especially with nonprofits and small businesses in developing economies). Travel, program, and living costs must be covered by the intern, either personally or through fundraising, financial aid, or scholarships you find. We work hard to keep these costs to a minimum so that these internships are accessible to everyone, and you may fundraise to cover most of those costs. If you are invited into the cohort, you will need to provide a deposit (applied toward your total costs) to secure your spot.
• Internship credit could be available upon the approval of your university/college administration. May qualify for other degree or course requirements, such as practicum or observation hours; check with your advisor.
• Application deadline is February 20, 2026, but cohort may fill sooner.