Non-Profit Internship an Intentional Community
at Johnsonburg Camp and Retreat Center
“Everyone, then, who hears these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock. The rain fell, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall because it had been founded on rock. And everyone who hears these words of mine and does not act on them will be like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its fall!”
— Matthew 7:24-27 (NRSVue)
We are happy to announce that we are bringing back the opportunity for young adults to be a part of our Intentional Community. What is it exactly? It’s a year of spiritual formation, service, learning and living as part of a growing faith community. The Intentional Community at Johnsonburg is intended to help young adults develop a strong spiritual foundation through living in community with peers and with the guidance of year-round staff. For detailed information please visit our website or click to email Chad.
What is This Program?
A year of spiritual formation, service, learning and living as part of a growing faith community. The Intentional Community at Johnsonburg is intended to help young adults develop a strong spiritual foundation through living in community with peers and with the guidance of year round staff.
Housing and Meals
Housing provided by Johnsonburg Camp and Retreat Center. Meals are provided when guests are being served at the Dining Hall. Other meals are the responsibility of participants and could be coordinated with other participants.
Living Stipend
Program Expectations
• 25 hours of work a week at a local non-profit partner
• A commitment to 8 months of work (Program starts on September 4th, 2025)
• Fully investing in the building of an intentional community with fellow participants
• Establishing a covenant for living in community with other participants
• Active participation in worship of a local congregation
• A willingness to engage in spiritual, vocational, and personal discernment
• Participation in a Spring trip for either service or ongoing exploration in spiritual formation and community building
• We strongly encourage participants to bring a car if they are able. A car is not a program requirement, and at times accommodations can be made.
• Participation in weekly Community Days, aimed at spiritual, personal, educational, and professional growth
• Serving Camp Johnsonburg in a wide range of areas (program, kitchen, office, facilities, hospitality etc.)
• Abiding by all Johnsonburg Camp and Conference Center Personnel Policies
Mandatory Dates
Must be available for the following dates to participate in the program :
September 26-27 — Epic Elementary Weekend
October 4 — Fall Fun Day
October 17 — Day Retreat
October 23-25 — Women’s Retreat
November 20-22 — High School Retreat
December 4-6 — Middle School Retreat
(TBD) — Spring Confirmation Weekend
(TBD) — Spring Youth Retreat
(TBD) — Spring Women’s Retreat