2025 Summer Internship with Christian Students on Campus (CSOC UT Austin)

Welcome to the 2025 Summer Internship with Christian Students on Campus (CSOC UT Austin)! We’re thrilled that God has stirred a desire in you to participate. This internship provides a unique opportunity to serve Him on the UT Austin campus as you connect with fellow believers and deepen your walk with Christ.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45)

Why Serve with CSOC UT Austin?

Christian Students on Campus (CSOC UT Austin) is dedicated to helping new and returning Longhorns thrive in college with Jesus Christ at the center. During this internship, you’ll collaborate on various outreach activities and be part of a team that seeks to glorify Christ while serving others.

Mission Statement

To know Jesus Christ and to make Him known.

This summer, you will:

• Grow in Your Relationship with the Lord — Know and love Jesus more intimately.
• Be Grounded in the Bible — Dive into the Word of God and connect with the Author there.
• Build Up the Body of Christ — Serve and be built up with fellow interns and serving ones.
• Get Equipped for Ministry — Receive training and learn crucial skills for effective service.
• Reach Others for Christ — Contact incoming UT Austin freshmen, counsel middle school and high school believers, and serve families with young children.

Internship Benefits

• Develop Christ-Centered Habits
  • Experience the benefits of daily practices like morning revival, Bible reading, and prayer.
  • Practice strategies for setting aside time for the Lord each day.
• Learn to Fellowship & Serve in Teams
  • Get on-the-job training in small group coordination and service.
  • “Tell me and I forget; teach me and I remember; involve me and I learn.” —Benjamin Franklin
• Develop a Heart for People
  • Learn how to care for, encourage, and minister Christ to others.
  • “Yearning in this way over you, we were well pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God but also our own souls.” —1 Thessalonians 2:8
• Enjoy Fellowship in the Homes of UT Alumni
  • Experience hospitality from those who’ve walked this path before you.
• Be Equipped to Build Up the Body of Christ
  • Expand your view of the Christian life to include the whole Body of Christ.
  • “For the perfecting of the saints unto the work of the ministry, unto the building up of the Body of Christ.” —Ephesians 4:12

Additional Benefits

• Interpersonal Skills
  Present ideas individually and in groups, strengthening communication and leadership abilities.
• Bible-Based Service Principles
  Gain insights into effective Christian service, gaining biblical foundations to guide your approach.
• Media & Communications
  Develop skills in print and digital outreach to connect with students and the community.
• Give Back to UT Austin
  Welcome new students, help them get oriented, and represent CSOC UT Austin on campus.

Specific Outreach Activities

• Contact UT Freshmen at seven summer orientations (May–July).
• Counsel middle school and high school believers (June).
• Serve with children in Family Day Camp (June).
• Possibly participate in missions opportunities in the U.S.

Service Groups

• Content Creation
  • Produce graphics, videos, and written content to represent Christian Students on Campus both online and around campus.
• Social Media Advertising
  • Manage Instagram posts, stories, and reels to reach UT students.
• Virtual Connections
  • Use Zoom, FaceTime, and messaging to connect with incoming Longhorns.
• Practical Service
  • Assist with setup, meals, cleanup, and daily logistical tasks.
• Intern Wellness
  • Maintain and uplift team morale by caring for fellow interns.

Internship Support

• Financial Support
  • Receive up to $300 per full week for full-time participation in two or more weeks of the internship.
  • Partial housing stipend ($60/week) if needed.
• Meals Provided
  • Many meals will be covered during the internship.
• Early Applications
  • For applications submitted before the early submission deadline, CSOC UT Austin will cover the price of admission for the National College Training in Athens, Georgia.

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Early Application Deadline: Thursday, November 7, 2024
• Application Deadline: Thursday, November 21, 2024
• Commitment Deadline: Thursday, January 23, 2025

Spring Semester Internship Meetings

• Thursday, January 31, 2025
• Thursday, February 27, 2025
• Thursday, March 27, 2025
• Thursday, April 17, 2025

Internship Training

• May 19–22, 2025 at Camp Buckner

First Day of Internship

• Tuesday, May 27, 2025

How to Apply

• Eligibility: Incoming 2025–26 UT Austin freshmen, rising sophomores, upperclassmen participating for the first time, and Christians affiliated with Christian Students on Campus (CSOC UT Austin) who live in other cities.
• Apply Now: Complete your application before May 1.

Join CSOC UT Austin This Summer

Redeem this summer by investing in your relationship with Christ and sharing His life with others. The 2025 Summer Internship with Christian Students on Campus (CSOC UT Austin) is a chance to gain practical ministry experience, grow spiritually, and build lifelong companionships with fellow believers.

What God starts here changes the world!

We look forward to an enjoyable, Christ-filled, and purposeful summer with you at CSOC UT Austin!