Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: First Baptist Dallas - Dallas, TX 75201Position Type: InternshipAre you a current student called by God into ministry in the church? Are you looking to gain hands-on experience doing impactful ministry while being guided, mentored, and learning alongside others? If so, then we invite you to apply for an internship at First Baptist Dallas.
First Baptist Dallas is a thriving church community living for Jesus Christ. We have been serving and doing ministry for over 150 years. First Baptist Dallas is built on the Bible and pursuing its mission to “Transform the world with God’s Word one life at a time.”
The team members here at First Baptist Dallas are called to serve with commitment, enthusiasm, and excellence. We embody teamwork, integrity, and a passion for making a meaningful impact while honoring God through our service.
The Internship and Residency Program is a year-long, cohort-style, paid internship at First Baptist Dallas. This program is designed for future leaders currently enrolled in college or seminary, who are called by God into ministry. Each intern will be supervised by a First Dallas staff member, will be rooted in a specific ministry area, and will gain first-hand experience working in ministry. The intern cohort meets in person weekly for Bible study, ministry training, and fellowship. Interns will receive one-on-one mentorship, shadowing experiences across the church, and leadership development during their internship. This cohort will start in August 2026 and run through July 2027. Interns are expected to work 20 hours a week and must be present at ministry team meetings, ministry programming, and internship cohort meetings. QualificationsSpiritual
Fully committed to the Mission and Core Values of First Baptist Dallas
Fully committed to the Senior Pastor, Executive Pastor, and overall church ministry
Fully committed to biblical Christian principles and teachings professionally and personally
Fully committed to demonstrating characteristics that reflect a person of faith and a lifestyle of biblical integrity
Professional & Education (Certifications or Licenses)
Embody the Green Team Characteristics and work according to Operating Principles
Must be an active member of First Baptist Dallas Church or another like-minded Church
Must be currently enrolled in a College, University, or Seminary
Must have sensed a call into some vocational ministry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and support the vision of the ministry
Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and events efficiently
Physical
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift to ten (10) pounds
Ability to work effectively using a personal computer for extended periods of time
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DALLAS TEXAS
Built on the Bible
Through the years, First Baptist Dallas has been a downtown anchor and a nationally recognized beacon of Bible teaching, a tradition that began with the earliest of First Dallas’ legendary pastors, George W. Truett. For 47 years, Dr. Truett led First Dallas to a place of worldwide acclaim and phenomenal growth.
Truett’s successor, a visionary leader and riveting preacher, Dr. W.A. Criswell, took charge of the next great transformation of First Baptist Dallas. He brought young families back to the church, and he led a program of aggressive expansion.
Another shepherd, Dr. Robert Jeffress, was called as pastor in 2007. His arrival brought a much-needed tidal shift. Dr. Jeffress is a thoroughly down-to-earth teacher, known for sharing practical and often surprising principles from the scriptures.
Clearly we’ve stood the test of time, and now there’s a fresh energy in the church. But we’re certainly not resting on our laurels. We have completed a sweeping $130 million update of our campus — thought to be the largest church redevelopment project in the nation’s history. With the historic 1890s sanctuary standing gracefully at its center, the new campus has enabled First Dallas to remain a spiritual oasis and a testimony of God’s love and truth in the heart of Dallas for generations to come.
