Office of Youth Ministry Summer Intern

St Louis, MO, US, 63119-5738

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area.  Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

Summer Internship Opportunity: Office of Youth Ministry 
Are you passionate about your Catholic faith and eager to make a difference in the lives of young people?  Are you a college student or recently graduated? The Office of Youth Ministry (OYM) is seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals for a Summer 2025 Internship. This hands-on opportunity offers the chance to grow spiritually and professionally while supporting the mission of OYM to empower youth to live as disciples of Jesus Christ.

]What You’ll Gain:
•    Hands-on experience in youth ministry operations and event planning.
•    Professional and spiritual growth in a supportive Catholic environment.
•    Opportunities to serve at impactful events like Steubenville Conferences and Totus Tuus Fridays.

Job Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:
•    Assist with event logistics, including planning and preparation for key events such as the Steubenville St. Louis Mid-America Youth Conferences.
•    Manage databases, organize files, and provide office support.
•    Represent OYM on social media, through email communication, and at events.
•    Participate in team prayer, meetings, and collaborative projects.
 

Job Requirements

What We’re Looking For:
•    Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
•    Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
•    Proficiency with office technology and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
•    Commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church and the vision of OYM.

Key Details:
•    Internship Dates: May 19, 2025 – July 25, 2025.
•    Location: Regular office hours are 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; some evenings and weekends required.
•    Key Events: Attend and assist with Steubenville Volunteer Meeting (June 12), support Totus Tuus events on Fridays, and serve as staff for Steubenville Conferences (July 9–13 & July 17–21 at Missouri State University in Springfield, MO).

Ready to join us? Apply today and be part of a mission-driven team shaping the future of youth ministry. 
 

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.  
 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. 

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Benefits

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.