Samaritan's Purse

Volunteer Relations Intern with Operation Christmas Child

May - August 2019 • Boone, NC

What I liked

My internship with Samaritan's Purse was such an incredible experience for me personally, spiritually and professionally. I got to build meaningful relationships through working with my supervisor, my team, and with other interns. Working at Samaritan's Purse propelled my confidence in pursing a career in Public Relations and it solidified a passion in me to be the hands and feet of Jesus to those in need around the world!

What I wish was different

I wouldn't change my experience I had! I felt very cared for, challenged, and encouraged during my time as an intern.

Advice

I would encourage people coming into this internship to come with a teachable attitude and a drive to pursue excellence in the work they do!

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International Security Intern

June - August 2020 • Boone, NC

What I liked

The genuine nature of everyone's dedication and commitment to Jesus first then their work second was truly refreshing. I wasn't able to attend my internship due to COVID-19, but I can say with confidence that this organization cares for everyone, employee or intern, Christian or unbeliever, friend or foe.

What I wish was different

Well obviously I wish I could have actually gone, but their communication was superb considering what everyone was going through with the virus.

Advice

While I can't speak to the experience of the internship itself, I can say that if the thorough and compassionate nature of their hiring process is anything like their work environment, anyone would be blessed to be a part of Samaritan's Purse.

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World Medical Mission Intern

May - July 2018 • Monrovia, Montserrado

What I liked

Samaritan's Purse helps people in the name of Jesus. The best part of my internship was getting to be apart of this mission and meeting true heroes that I will remember and be inspired by for the rest of my life.

What I wish was different

I wish the length of my summer internship experience was two weeks longer.

Advice

Unexpect the expected- be flexible. Samaritan's Purse knows how to move and act quick, look for opportunities to step up.

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Program and Government Relations Intern

May - August 2018 • Boone, NC

What I liked

I loved getting opportunities to work at a high level. I was respected and did not feel looked down on for being an intern. Getting the opportunity to work alongside giants in the humanitarian aid world was encouraging and inspiring.

What I wish was different

Advice

Really put yourself out there. Apply for the job. If you get it, connect with people, ask the hard questions, meet with the higher-ups that you want to learn from.

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Biomedical intern

May - August 2019 • North Wilkesboro, NC

What I liked

Great work environment! Great place for deep and meaningful relationships.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time there.

Advice

Spend time meeting the people where you are working.

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Marketing Intern

May - July 2018 • Sydney, New South Wales

What I liked

The cultural exposure, the work environment/"family", the mission and vision of the organization - specifically how it bled down through each employee and volunteer that served with Samaritan's Purse, the way interns were welcomed on as part of the team and had privilege of jumping into meaningful projects right away.

What I wish was different

Maybe a little more structure to the overall internship program at SP-AU, but overall, it was a solid learning experience!

Advice

Be prepared to be welcomed in as one of the family! This means you will be cared for as such, but also challenged to share the load. Go in with an open mind, an open heart, and a desire to jump in with both feet. This office knows what they are doing, but they are also very receptive to new ideas, so don't be afraid to pitch in!

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Communications Intern

May - August 2018 • Kampala, Uganda

What I liked

I loved working alongside the staff of Samaritan's Purse in a manner which my skills were actually making a diffrence for the orginzation's benificeries and the orginzation as a whole. I was able to use my skills as a photographer, writer, and creative, to produce material that has been and will be used by the orginzation in there mission to walk alongside those who are suffering from natural and manmade disasters around the world.

What I wish was different

Advice

Allow it to change you. If you put your heart into the work you do, the people you serve and your coworkers, you will walk away changed.

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Asia Regional Intern

May - August 2018 • Boone, NC

What I liked

-Community: both the staff and fellow interns were phenomenal, hardworking, intelligent, and loving. They taught me much about the Lord and seeking Him in our work. -Work: I felt extremely useful, my work felt like it had purpose and contributed to something greater, and I felt adequately stretched but prepared. -Vocation: In regards to my future, this definitely helped shape my desires as I proceed with applying to Graduate School programs which are similar to my work. I fell so in love with my work and learned so much about my desires for my future that it has impacted the programs which I am selectively seeking to pursue.

What I wish was different

Nothing; absolutely nothing!

Advice

-Don't be afraid to take initiative; while it's good advice to, "not be afraid to ask questions," it's even more impressive to people when you show you are a hard worker and a self started who doesn't need to be assigned tasks to get the job done. My boss told me one of the best things he's seen in a worker is their ability to be trusted to work on their own.

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HR Intern

May - August 2018 • Boone, NC

What I liked

The position let me rub shoulders with people who have a global perspective and live out their convictions in very practical ways.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had been more intentional in connecting with my host parents. They are managers at Samaritans Purse and have so much life experience and insight. Quality conversations can get lost in the noise of the day-to-day busyness.

Advice

Be open to getting stretched in ways that you were not expecting. When fear of failure is eliminated, all become opportunities for learning. You don't know how God might use your experiences in the future.

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