One year
Four terms of discipleship, learning, mentoring and ministry practice.
Belong to Christ.
Serve His Mission.
Lead His People.
SCF Internship — Year of Growth, 2027. A one-year journey for emerging leaders to deepen their faith, grow in character and put what they are learning into practice.
SCF Internship — Year of Growth, 2027
A year set apart to grow.
Interns Nights are normally held on Mondays from 6:30–8:30pm. If a published calendar date falls on another day, follow the prospectus for that date.
About 9–10 hours
Church, Life Group, Interns Nights, reading, reports and Training Hub learning for accepted interns. Mentoring, conferences and special events are additional.
$225 per term
$900 annually. Payment plans and a limited number of partial sponsorships are available.
15 Nov – 20 Dec 2026
Submit an Expression of Interest during the published application period.
Hear God and walk in what He says.
SCF Interns helps emerging leaders remain rooted in Christ, serve His mission and strengthen the people around them.
The year brings Scripture, listening to the Holy Spirit and repeated obedience together through teaching, hands-on ministry and community service.
Belong
Build genuine relationships with SCF leaders, fellow interns and the wider church family.
Serve
Take part in church and community life with humility, responsibility and purpose.
Lead
Grow the character, wisdom and practical skills needed for Christlike influence.
Four terms. One year of growth.
Personal Christian Development
Strengthen personal discipleship, character and everyday practices of following Jesus.
Introduction to the Bible
Build confidence in understanding Scripture and applying God’s Word.
Leadership Development
Learn leadership as Christlike responsibility for people, service and influence.
Introduction to Theology
Develop a clearer foundation for Christian belief and faithful ministry.
Learn, reflect, discuss and practise.
Weekly Intern nights bring Bible-based teaching together with discussion, assigned reading, reports and attention to what God is forming in each person and across the group.
- Scripture & SOAP: reading Scripture and reflecting through Scripture, Observation, Application and Prayer.
- Guidance & support: asking honest questions, receiving feedback and discerning how to put learning into practice.
- Shared church life: Sunday gatherings, a Life Group, service on an SCF team and suitable community opportunities.
A year to belong, serve and lead.
Interns learn from Scripture, pastors, leaders and guest presenters, then practise what they are learning in the life of the church and community.
Across the year, faith grows deeper, gifts are developed and emerging leaders learn to serve with humility, wisdom and courage.
See the 2027 application details
A year of growth.
Meet the people who gave themselves to learning, serving and becoming more rooted in Christ across the 2025 SCF Interns year.
Intern reflections
“God has called us all for a purpose, and He works through us to show us and help us to carry out His plan.”
Keira · SCF Intern
“I might not be the best in the room, but I show up and try.”
Stephen · SCF Intern
What the year asks of you
A personal and practical commitment.
SCF Interns is participatory. Applicants should be teachable, ready to learn in community and able to take an active part in SCF church life.
Take part in church life.
- Be a member of Springfield Christian Family.
- Attend 90% of Interns Nights and attend church weekly.
- Belong to a Life Group and take an active part.
Come ready to be shaped.
- Maintain a lifestyle according to the Word of God and seek the leading of the Holy Spirit.
- Complete assigned reading, weekly reflections and reports, and Training Hub learning for accepted interns.
- Be willing to learn, receive feedback and grow.
Put learning into practice.
- Serve regularly on a Springfield Christian Family team.
- Meet with a mentor once per term.
- Have a desire to discover and grow in God’s calling for your life.
Applications: 15 November – 20 December 2026
Take Your Next Step
Ready for a Year of Growth? Explore the 2027 Internship prospectus to discover what the year involves, including our program, commitments, key dates and investment. When you're ready, we'd love to hear from you.
An Expression of Interest does not guarantee acceptance. Questions can be sent to [email protected]. For financial concerns or date conflicts, email [email protected].