The NXT Kids Internship Program exists for three main purposes; Personal Growth, Leadership Development, and Ministry Experience.

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3 The goal of the Summer Internship Program for NXT Kids is to expose student ministry workers to vocational Christian ministry. Due to the relatively short period of time that an intern will be serving, the internship will only be able to show a glimpse of full-time church ministry, specializing in children s ministry. The hope is to share principles that will affect the intern s future ministry and life. A holistic approach to preparation is the goal; we hope our interns will grow in spiritual, emotional, relational, and ministry preparedness. Interns need to understand that the focus will be on personal growth, not just productivity. They will be expected to come with a willingness and openness to change and grow as their experiences provide opportunity to do so. The idea of the Summer Internship Program is based upon hands on ministry in an environment for success and growth. It is a place of learning and testing. More important than outlines and information is the opportunity for the intern to spend hours with individuals who have ministry experience and the desire to speak into your life in preparation for the road ahead. The NXT Kids Internship Program exists for three main purposes; Personal Growth, Leadership Development, and Ministry Experience.

4 Personal Growth We believe every single person deserves the opportunity to know God and His plan for their life. It is our goal to encourage one another to take steps towards spiritual growth. As we do, God s plan for our life becomes more and more clear. Our internship program is designed to help you learn more about God s incredible love for you, while learning just how uniquely designed you are! This will happen through required reading, prayer and devotional times, as well as opportunities to use your talents, abilities, and gifts in a ministry setting. In many cases ministry has been professionalized to the point of ineffectiveness. Lifestyle counts in pastoral ministry! Any amount of learning will be useless unless accompanied by a spiritual brokenness before God and men, and obedience to the Holy Spirit. Emotional equipping is as important as intellectual. Our goal is for the Summer Intern to pursue wholeness through Christ. This will require openness and trust on the part of the Intern. A student can plan on... I. Meeting with an NXT Kids Staff Member weekly around the II. III. IV. conversation of personal growth. Consistent personal spiritual development through a regular devotional life and participation in the worship and life of Calvary Church. Maintaining good speech, dress, manner, and relationships. Keeping a journal of field experience: programs planned, services conducted, talks, sermons, anecdotes, failures, and successes.

5 Leadership Development Whether learning a skill for future church ministry, or learning a skill that will help you through life, the NXT Kids Internship Program will help you learn how to design, develop, manage, and implement various programs, events, and teachings. Every intern will be expected to make a concerted effort to grow in their leadership ability. Reading, research, interviews, training sessions, as well as hands-on experience will further develop the leadership skills in the intern s life. Interns will be have a required reading schedule and will participate in group devotions. Interns will be stretched to be the leader God designed them to be. NXT Kids Interns will... I. Accompany a pastor or staff member in making hospital visits. II. Pray with families. III. Prayer with Pastors and Directors IV. Learn various office and administrative skills: a. Financial Management b. Communication c. Staff Meetings

6 Ministry Experience The NXT Kids Internship Program offers opportunity for every intern to experience the complete planning and implementation of various programs design for conducting ministry. Each week, interns will pray with kids, interact with volunteers, and learn to work along side like minded staff members. This internship will be part of NXT Kids, but will offer opportunity to experience overall church ministry. The idea of the Summer Internship Program is based upon hands on ministry in an environment for success and growth. It is a place of learning and testing. More important than outlines and information is the opportunity for the intern to spend hours with individuals who have ministry experience and the desire to speak into your life in preparation for the road ahead. Interns will grow in this through... I. Developing Curriculum II. Lead PRE Service Small Groups with Specialists III. Evaluate the effectiveness of programs IV. Utilize gifts to enhance the ministry experience

7 Internship Basics NXT Kids Summer Internship 2018 May 21, August 6, 2018 Finances / Housing All materials and activities will be provided for the internship program. A weekly stipend of $125 for interns who live locally or $150 for interns who are coming from out of town is what Calvary Church feels is appropriate for a Summer Intern s expenses. A car will be necessary as well. All interns Are required to live in our intern Housing in downtown Naperville. Move in on Monday, May 21. Move out on Monday, August 6. Age Range/Application Criteria All NXT Kids interns must have spent a year out of high school. While it is not necessary that interns feel called to full time ministry, they should have a strong desire to experience the process of conducting ministry as well as the desire to learn to properly utilize various programs in order to conduct ministry. Please return the completed application by April 22, 2018, along with a recent photo of you, to the address listed below. You will be notified no later than May 1, 2018.

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9 NXT KIDS Summer Internship Application 2018 This application is to be completed by all applicants for any position (volunteer or compensated) involving the supervision or custody of minors. This form is being used to help Calvary Church provide a safe & secure environment for those students who participate in our programs and use our facilities. Today s Date Personal Information Last Name First Name Middle Social Security Number Birthdate Single/Married/Divorced/Widowed Name of Spouse Present Street Address City State Zip Driver s License Number State of License Cell Phone Other Primary Phone Do you own a reliable vehicle that will be available throughout the entirety of the internship? Are you currently enrolled in college? yes / no Name & Location of College/University How many years have you attend? Are you taking summer classes? What are your educational goals? Have you ever been convicted of or plead guilty to a crime? Yes No If Yes, please explain - attach a separate page if necessary. Do you use tobacco? Yes No Do you drink alcoholic beverages? Yes No Have you ever used illegal drugs? Yes No Are you a Christian? Yes No When were you saved?

10 Personal Information Continued I fully agree with, believe in, and adhere to the tenants of faith of the Assemblies of God. Yes No If No, in which area(s) do you disagree? Have you been baptized in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues? Yes No If so, when were you baptized in the Holy Spirit? I can explain the plan of salvation and the baptism of the Holy Spirit to another person. Yes No Have you been baptized in water? Yes No When were you baptized in water? Ministry Experience and Goals Name & Location of your home church: Name of the Senior Pastor: Daytime Phone Number List (name & address) other churches you have regularly attended during the past 5 years. List all previous church work involving students (list each church s name & address, type of work performed, and dates). List all previous non-church work involving students (list each organization s name & address, type of work performed, and dates). List any gifts, callings, training, education, or other factors that have prepared you for working with children. What do you hope you can gain from your internship? In what areas do you feel that you can best contribute to NXT Kids? In what areas of your life would you like to focus on developing during the internship?

11 Pastoral Reference Name of Applicant: Note to Applicant: Please give this form to a pastor, youth pastor or a spouse of a pastor who will be able to accurately assess your spiritual progress. Please do not use someone related to you. Please also have the person who fills this out send it to us at the address below: Note to Reference: Thank you for your willingness to help us in assessing the character of this applicant to our internship program. Please be confident that the information that you give us will be guarded with the utmost of confidentiality. We would appreciate if you would supply the information requested on this form in order to aid us in evaluating the applicant s suitability to work with us. The applicant cannot be considered until all reference forms are received; your prompt attention is very much appreciated! Please return this form to the address on the reverse side; please do not give to the Applicant. How long have you known the applicant? How long has the applicant attended your church? How well do you know the applicant? Extremely well, frequent personal contacts Casually, a few personal contacts Fairly well, consistent personal contacts By name and sight In your observation and association with the applicant, would you characterize their involvement in church as: Faithful Inconsistent Other (please explain) Please assess the applicant s characteristics in the following areas by circling one (the most appropriate option) under each heading: Physical Condition Frequently limited Below average Good health Above average strength/stamina Intelligence Easily frustrated with new things Has some trouble learning new things Average ability to comprehend Above average ability to learn Willingness to Serve Reluctant Willing but struggles with motives/attitude Typically willing to serve Eager to serve Leadership Ability Makes no effort to lead Tries to lead, but is not respected Has leadership skill Unusual ability to lead others Teamwork Unable to cooperate Frequently causes friction Usually cooperative Is cooperative & helps others to be Relationships Avoided by others Tolerated by others Liked by others Admired by others

12 Please assess the applicant s characteristics in the following areas by checking one (the most appropriate option) under each heading: (cont d) Responsiveness to Others Unable to sense how others feel Reasonably responsive Thoughtful & understanding Very responsive & understanding Productivity Starts things, but rarely finishes Meets minimum requirements Reliable to fulfill expectations Takes initiative & goes beyond Christian Experience Relatively superficial Over-emotional Genuine and growing Growing and Contagious Please check the following words that are strongly evident in the applicant: Teachable Dependable Lacking humor Motivated Peaceful Understanding Disciplined Negative Humorous Perfectionist Patient Prejudice Stable Domineering Dependent Servant Hearted Anxious Wise Moody Enthusiastic Nervous Critical Flexible Easily offended Good listener Easily embarrassed Fearless Easily discouraged Lacking confidence Committed In your opinion, which areas of ministry is the applicant gifted in: Speaking Sound technician Hospitality Singing Worship Administration Electrical Encouragement Secretarial Drama Discipleship Teaching Prayer Carpentry Evangelism Medical Mentorship Children s work Art Playing an instrument (list) Do you recommend that the applicant be accepted to be a part of our internship program? Yes, without reservation Yes, with some hesitation No Please add any explanations of your above responses or any additional information that you feel would be beneficial to us. Thank you for completing this reference! Your name Title Church name Phone Best time to contact you Address City State Zip Signature Date Please mail this completed form by April 21, 2018 to the address listed below.

13 Personal Reference Name of Applicant: Note to Applicant: Please give this form to someone who knows you well and can give and accurate account of your character. Please do not have a relative ll out this form. The individual who completes this form should mail it directly to us (address listed on the reverse side of this form). Note to Reference: Thank you for your willingness to help us in assessing the character of this applicant to our summer internship program. Please be confident that the information that you give us will be guarded with the utmost of confidentiality. We would appreciate if you would supply the information requested on this form in order to aid us in evaluating the applicant s suitability to work with us. The applicant cannot be considered until all reference forms are received; your prompt attention is very much appreciated! Please return this form to the address on the reverse side; please do not give to the Applicant. How long have you known the applicant? Please describe your relationship to the applicant. Please rate the applicant in the following areas (1=low, 5=high) Discipline Motivation Leadership Skills Integrity Social Skills Responsibility Willingness to Serve Please assess the applicant s characteristics by circling one option under each heading: Physical Condition Frequently limited Below average Good health Above average strength/stamina Intelligence Easily frustrated with new things Has some trouble learning new things Average ability to comprehend Above average ability to learn Teamwork Unable to cooperate Frequently causes friction Usually cooperative Is cooperative & helps others to be Willingness to Serve Reluctant Willing but struggles with motives/attitude Typically willing to serve Eager to serve Leadership Ability Makes no effort to lead Tries to lead, but is not respected Has leadership skill Unusual ability to lead others Relationships Avoided by others Tolerated by others Liked by others Admired by others Please assess the applicant s characteristics in the following areas by circling one (the most appropriate option) under each heading: Responsiveness to Others Unable to sense how others feel Reasonably responsive Thoughtful & understanding Very responsive & understanding Productivity Starts things, but rarely finishes Meets minimum requirements Reliable to fulfill expectations Takes initiative & goes beyond Christian Experience Relatively superficial Over-emotional Genuine and growing Growing and Contagious

14 Please check the following words that are strongly evident in the applicant: Teachable Dependable Lacking humor Motivated Peaceful Understanding Disciplined Negative Humorous Perfectionist Patient Prejudice Stable Domineering Dependent Servant Hearted Anxious Wise Moody Enthusiastic Nervous Critical Flexible Easily offended Good listener Easily embarrassed Fearless Easily discouraged Lacking confidence Committed n your opinion, which areas of ministry is the applicant gifted in: Speaking Sound technician Hospitality Singing Worship Administration Electrical Encouragement Secretarial Drama Discipleship Teaching Prayer Carpentry Evangelism Medical Mentorship Children s work Art Playing an instrument (list) Do you recommend that the applicant be accepted to be a part of our internship program? Yes, without reservation Yes, with some hesitation No Please add any explanations of your above responses or any additional information that you feel would be beneficial to us. Thank you for completing this reference! Your name Phone Best time to contact you Signature Date Please mail this completed form by April 21, 2018 to the address listed below.

15 DISCLOSURE and AUTHORIZATION BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION In connection with my application for employment or to serve as a volunteer with Calvary Church ( Client ), I understand that a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report, as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681), will be requested by Client for employment or volunteer purposes, whichever is applicable, from Protect My Ministry, Inc., ( Protect My Ministry ), a consumer reporting agency as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may include information as to my character, general reputation, personal characteristics or mode of living, whichever are applicable. They may involve interviews with sources such as my neighbors, friends or associates. The report may also contain information about me relating to my criminal history, credit history, driving and/or motor vehicle records, social security number verification, verification of education or employment history, worker s compensation (only after a conditional job offer) or other background checks. Such reports may be obtained only after I have been determined qualified for the position and notified of an impending review, or, if I am not being interviewed, only after a conditional offer of employment, and only after receipt of this Disclosure and Authorization if I am hired or serve as a volunteer, whichever is applicable, such reports may be obtained throughout the course of my employment or volunteer service, as permitted by law and unless revoked by me in writing. Client also reserves the right to share my report with any third-party with whom I will be placed to work or volunteer with as a representative of Client. I understand that I have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable amount of time after the receipt of this notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report to Protect My Ministry, Inc., N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Suite 201 South, Tampa, FL or For information about Protect My Ministry s privacy practices, see Acknowledgement and Authorization By signing below, I authorize Client or its authorized agents to obtain or prepare consumer reports or investigative consumer reports about me. I acknowledge receipt of a copy of the federal notice entitled A Summary of Your Rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and certify that I have read this Disclosure and Authorization as well as the summary document explaining my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Last Name First Name Middle Initial Home Address City State Zip Social Security Number Address For identification purposes only, please provide FULL Date of Birth: Please List Other Names Used Signature Today s Date

16 Software, Internet, and Policy Voic , , and Internet usage assigned to an employee's computer or telephone extensions are for the purpose of conducting business at Calvary Church of Naperville. Some job responsibilities at Calvary Church of Naperville require access to the Internet and the use of software in addition to the Microsoft Office suite of products. Only people appropriately authorized, for Calvary Church of Naperville purposes, may use the Internet or access additional software. Software Access Procedure at Calvary Church of Naperville Software needed in addition to the Microsoft Office suite of products, should be authorized by your supervisor and downloaded or installed by the IT department. If you need access to software not currently on the Calvary Church of Naperville network, talk with your supervisor and consult with the IT department. At no time should passwords for Church computers, accounts, or any other Church program (e.g. our database) be shared or be used to log in as another user other than yourself. Doing so can lead to disciplinary action. Internet Usage at Calvary Church of Naperville Internet use on company time is approved for conducting Calvary Church of Naperville business. Personal use should be kept to a minimum. Please note that any other use of the Internet increases the possibility of breaches to the security of confidential Calvary Church of Naperville information. Internet use for unapproved purposes (downloading copyrighted materials) also increases the possibility of contamination to our system via viruses or spyware. Spyware or viruses may allow unauthorized people, outside of Calvary Church of Naperville, potential access to company passwords and other confidential information. Removing viruses and spyware from the Calvary Church of Naperville network requires IT staff to invest time and attention that is better devoted to progress. For this reason, and to assure the use of work time appropriately for work, we ask staff members use Internet privileges wisely. Additionally, under no circumstances may Church owned computers or other electronic equipment be used to obtain, view, or distribute any copyright protected, pornographic, or otherwise immoral, unethical material. Doing so can lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Usage at Calvary Church of Naperville is to be used for conducting Calvary Church of Naperville business. Personal use should be kept to a minimum. Calvary Church of Naperville s confidential information must not be shared outside of the Calvary Church of Naperville, without authorization, at any time. Please keep this in mind as you consider forwarding non-business s to associates, family, or friends. Viewing pornography, or sending pornographic jokes or stories via , is considered sexual harassment and will be addressed according to our sexual harassment policy. s That Discriminate Any that discriminates against employees by virtue of any protected classification including race, gender, nationality, religion, and so forth, will be dealt with according to the harassment policy. These s are prohibited at the Calvary Church of Naperville. Sending or forwarding discriminatory will result in disciplinary action that may lead to employment termination. Calvary Church of Naperville Owns Employee Keep in mind that the Calvary Church of Naperville owns any communication sent via or that is stored on Calvary Church of Naperville equipment. Management and other authorized staff have the right to access any material in your or on your computer at any time. Please do not consider your electronic communication, data storage, or network access to be private if it is created or stored at work.

17 Social Media Policy At Calvary Church, we understand that social media can be a fun and rewarding way to share your life and opinions with family, friends and co-workers around the world. However, use of social media also presents certain risks and carries with it certain responsibilities. To assist you in making responsible decisions about your use of social media, we have established these guidelines for appropriate use of social media. This policy applies to all associates who work for Calvary Church Guidelines In the rapidly expanding world of electronic communication, social media can mean many things. Social media includes all means of communicating or posting information or content of any sort on the Internet, including to your own or someone else s web log or blog, journal or diary, personal web site, social networking or affinity web site, web bulletin board or a chat room, whether or not associated or affiliated with Calvary Church, as well as any other form of electronic communication. The same principles and guidelines found in Calvary Church policies apply to your activities online. Ultimately, you are solely responsible for what you post online. Before creating online content, consider some of the risks and rewards that are involved. Keep in mind that any of your conduct that adversely affects your job performance, the performance of fellow associates or otherwise adversely affects members, interns, suppliers, people who work on behalf of Calvary Church or Calvary Church s legitimate business interests may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Know and follow the rules Carefully read these guidelines, the Calvary Church Information Policy and the Discrimination & Harassment Prevention Policies, and ensure your postings are consistent with these policies. Inappropriate postings that may include discriminatory remarks, harassment, and threats of violence or similar inappropriate or unlawful conduct will not be tolerated and may subject you to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Be respectful Always be fair and courteous to fellow associates, interns, members, suppliers or people who work on behalf of Calvary Church. Also, keep in mind that you are more likely to resolve work-related complaints by speaking directly with your co-workers rather than by posting complaints to a social media outlet. Nevertheless, if you decide to post complaints or criticism, avoid using statements, photographs, video or audio that reasonably could be viewed as malicious, obscene, threatening or intimidating, that disparage, members, associates or suppliers, or that might constitute harassment or bullying. Examples of such conduct might include offensive posts meant to intentionally harm someone s reputation or posts that could contribute to a hostile work environment on the basis of race, sex, disability, religion or any other status protected by law or company policy. Be honest and accurate Make sure you are always honest and accurate when posting information or news, and if you make a mistake, correct it quickly. Be open about any previous posts you have altered. Remember that the Internet archives almost everything; therefore, even deleted postings can be searched. Never post any information or rumors that you know to be false about Calvary Church, fellow associates, members, suppliers, and others working on behalf of Calvary Church.

18 Social Media Policy Continued Post only appropriate and respectful content Maintain the confidentiality of Calvary Church private or confidential information. Do not post internal reports, policies, procedures or other internal business-related confidential communications. Express only your personal opinions. Never represent yourself as a spokesperson for Calvary Church. If Calvary Church is a subject of the content you are creating, be clear and open about the fact that you are an associate and make it clear that your views do not represent those of Calvary Church, fellow associates, members, suppliers or people working on behalf of Calvary Church. If you do publish a blog or post online related to the work you do or subjects associated with Calvary Church, make it clear that you are not speaking on behalf of Calvary Church. It is best to include a disclaimer such as The postings on this site are my own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Calvary Church. Using social media at work Refrain from using social media while on work time or on equipment we provide, unless it is work-related as authorized by your manager or consistent with the Office Equipment Use Policy. Do not use Calvary Church addresses to register on social networks, blogs or other online tools utilized for personal use. Retaliation is prohibited Calvary Church prohibits taking negative action against any associate for reporting a possible deviation from this policy or for cooperating in an investigation. Any associate who retaliates against another associate for reporting a possible deviation from this policy or for cooperating in an investigation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Media contacts Associates should not speak to the media on Calvary Church s behalf without contacting the Chief Operating Officer and/or the Executive Team. All media inquiries should be directed to them. If you have questions or need further guidance, please contact your HR representative. Social Media Policy Acknowledgement I have received a copy of the Calvary Church Social Media Policy and as an employee of Calvary Church, agree to comply with these policies. These policies are subject to change with or without notice. Failure to follow policies will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Printed Name Signature Date

19 Confidentiality Agreement I agree that the Confidential Information is to be considered confidential and proprietary to Calvary Church and I shall hold the same in confidence, shall not use the Confidential Information other than for the purposes of its business with Calvary Church, and shall disclose it only to its officers, directors, or employees with a specific need to know. I will not disclose, publish or otherwise reveal any of the Confidential Information received from Calvary Church to any other party whatsoever except with the specific prior written authorization of Calvary Church. Printed Name Date Signature Please return the completed application by April 22, 2018, along with a recent photo of you, to the address listed below. You will be notified no later than May 1, 2018.