What are the responsibilities and job description for the World Race General Intern position at Adventures in Missions?
World Race General Intern
World Race Program
Supervisor: WR Program Manager & Intern Supervisor
Classification: Internship
Fundraising Goal: Opportunity to fundraise but not required
Starting Salary: Unpaid
Summary of Job
An opportunity to grow in faith, leadership, and professional development in a non-profit ministry
setting.
The World Race Internship is a transformative experience designed to immerse you in the daily
operations of international missions and professional development. As an intern, you will gain
practical skills, engage in meaningful projects, and contribute to our mission of awakening the
Church to radically follow Jesus and advance His Kingdom.
Over the course of this internship, you will be fully integrated into the World Race team and
activated to play a role in advising new racers, planning and executing on-campus events,
improving administrative systems, and supporting teams on the field. You will also regularly
attend Professional Development meetings where you’ll train and be taught by different staff
members as well as professionals outside of AIM on topics such as Developing Leaders, Ethical
Principles, Decision Making, and different Leadership styles and theories. We desire to utilize
and champion your specific skill sets and strengths throughout the internship to prepare you for
whatever is next in your life! You will also meet regularly with a World Race staff member to
check in with you personally, evaluate your workload, and assess any needs you might have in
your internship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
● Work alongside the Adventures in Missions staff, pursuing Christ and contributing to the
World Race program.
● Manage the advising and onboarding process for racers on a daily basis, alongside the
mobilization team, for one or more World Race routes.
● Assist in planning and executing events on campus and supporting logistical operations.
● Improve administrative systems and develop creative solutions for organizational
challenges.
● Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and professional development sessions.
● Shadow and collaborate with staff across various departments to gain practical
experience.
● Execute assigned tasks with excellence, ownership, and creativity.
● Engage in daily prayer, weekly staff worship, and monthly local ministry opportunities.
● Attend World Race retreats, AIM staff events, and all mandatory training sessions.
Competencies Required
● Must be a World Race alumni.
● Actively following and in love with Jesus, with a strong desire for spiritual growth.
● A teachable spirit, willingness to submit under leadership, and dedication to teamwork.
● Strong sense of responsibility, trustworthiness, and ownership.
● Flexible, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem solver.
● May be helpful to have had previous leadership and/or administrative experience.
Company Culture
The World Race team fosters a Christ-centered environment where “practical” and “spiritual” are
not separate, but rather where Jesus is at the center and purpose of every decision, task, or
meeting. Our culture is rooted in love, discipleship, and a desire to obey the Holy Spirit. While
our office is often quiet and focused, it is also a space of freedom and worship—whether
through prayer, music, or moments of spontaneous praise. We value authenticity, joy, and
community.
Additional Internship Info
● Time Commitment: 9.5 months
● Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM (with flexibility)
● Location: Adventures in Missions Campus, Gainesville, GA
● Compensation: 100% fundraised income
Benefits
● Regular check in’s with a staff member to focus on your spiritual growth and overall well
being.
● Development in administrative, logistical, event planning, and intercessory skills
● Partnership development training, mentorship, and accountability
● Bi-Weekly growth & development meetings
● Supportive and faith-driven community
If you are a World Race alumnus with a heart for missions, a passion for growing in your faith,
and a desire to develop professional skills while making a lasting Kingdom impact, we invite you
to apply for the World Race Internship!