Full Internship for Master of Divinity Student Overview
The OCM Canaan Church of Princeton (the Church) Internship Program for the English Ministry is designed to offer the intern
firsthand ministry experience, and the opportunity for active partnership in growing the youth and young adult ministry. The
position is a full-time, however part time arrangement can be considered, if needed. This internship is ideal for an individual
who is seeking purpose and application in a church ministry, who has enrolled in a Master of Divinity (or higher) degree
program, and who has the aspiration for a pastoral role in the future. The intern will periodically meet with our church pastor
for one-on-one coaching to determine development goals. To broaden the intern’s experience, the individual will be given the
opportunity to preach to the larger Chinese Ministry congregation. To save intern’s living expenses, free furnished housing will
be provided if needed.
Church Description
OCM Canaan Church of Princeton is one of the eight sister churches of Oversea Chinese Mission (OCM) serving the New
York and New Jersey areas. It is a non-denominational community church with a Chinese ministry and an English ministry
serving the Greater Princeton area of New Jersey. Our church has 100+ members, mostly from multi-generation
Chinese/English-speaking families. Most congregants are in the Chinese Ministry. Our English Ministry comprises around 15-
20 individuals, mostly adults. Our mission is to introduce Jesus Christ to our community through worship, discipleship,
teaching, and counseling. We have an aspiration to grow the youth ministry.
Position Description
The intern will be working under the supervision of the ministry pastoral staff and closely with our deacon board to disciple and
mentor our English congregation.
Intern Duties and Responsibilities
The intern is responsible mainly for
• preaching God’s Word on Sunday (3 times per month for full time; 1-2 for part time)
• teaching Bible-based Sunday school on the same day that he/she preaches
• overseeing fellowship/bible study activities
• overseeing Children’s Ministry
• evangelism and community outreach
Candidate Qualifications/Requirements
• The candidate shall be a mature Christian, enrolling in a seminary program toward a Master of Divinity (or
higher) degree in an accredited program.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills
• The successful candidate is expected to live within a 30-minute driving distance from OCM Canaan
Church. Furnished housing will be provided if needed.
Stipend & Housing
The Church will provide a monthly, undesignated stipend of $36,500 annually.
Both furnished housing and utilities will be provided.
Contact Information
Rev. Robert Chau
Tel: 1-(609)480-6027 Email: Robert_chau_lp@yahoo.com
OCM Canaan Church of Princeton
826 Village Road West, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
https://ocmccp.net
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