{"id":273,"date":"2021-10-21T04:15:49","date_gmt":"2021-10-20T19:15:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/?page_id=273"},"modified":"2025-03-13T12:25:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T03:25:29","slug":"missionary-internships","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/missionary-internships\/","title":{"rendered":"Missionary Internships"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube embed-container wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The CBI Internship Program\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VYyV6WaJDoA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"lead-serve\">Grow as a disciple. Support ongoing ministry.<br>Explore the <strong><em>fukuin no seikatsu<\/em><\/strong> (gospel lifestyle)<br>through one of our internship programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internship Tracks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wrapper-internshiptracks\">\n      <div class=\"internshiptracks_card\">\n        <h3><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshiptracks-s.svg\" alt=\"Summer\"><span>Summer<\/span><\/h3>\n        <div class=\"internshiptracks_text\">\n          <p>Learn more about missions in Japan while growing your faith.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"button-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/apply-for-internship\/?topic=Summer Internship\">Request More Information<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"internshiptracks_card\">\n        <h3><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshiptracks-1.svg\" alt=\"One\"><span>Year<\/span><\/h3>\n        <div class=\"internshiptracks_text\">\n          <p>Explore additional opportunities for minstry.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"button-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/apply-for-internship\/?topic=One-year internship\">Request More Information<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"internshiptracks_card\">\n        <h3><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshiptracks-2.svg\" alt=\"Two\"><span>Years<\/span><\/h3>\n        <div class=\"internshiptracks_text\">\n          <p>Target your area of expertise or prepare for career missions with full-time language study.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"button-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/apply-for-internship\/?topic=Two-year internship\">Request More Information<\/a><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missionary Internship Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wrapper-internshipprograms\">\n      <p class=\"internshipprograms-lead\">Engage in a holistic program designed to help you identify and refine your\n        gifts while you grow closer to Christ.\n      <\/p>\n      <hr>\n      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"m-large\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshipprograms-3m.svg\" alt=\"3M\">\n      <div class=\"wrapper-internshipprograms-cards\">\n        <div class=\"internshipprograms-card\">\n          <div class=\"internshiptracks-descriptions\">\n            <h3>Ministry<\/h3>\n            <p>Receive training for outreach and discipleship. You will have the opportunity to build relationships\n              through CBI partnerships and placement within a local church. <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"internshipprograms-card-icon\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshipprograms-3m.svg\" alt=\"3m\">\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"internshipprograms-card\">\n          <div class=\"internshiptracks-descriptions\">\n            <h3>Muscle<\/h3>\n            <p>Test and develop your gifts through service projects that also serve the overall ministry.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"internshipprograms-card-icon\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshipprograms-3m.svg\" alt=\"3m\">\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"internshipprograms-card\">\n          <div class=\"internshiptracks-descriptions\">\n            <h3>Mentoring<\/h3>\n            <p>Participate in regular mentoring sessions to grow and abide in a <i>fukuin no seikatsu<\/i>.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"internshipprograms-card-icon\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/internshipprograms-3m.svg\" alt=\"3m\">\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"accordion-cbi-contents\">\n      <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col\">\n          <div class=\"tabs\">\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq1\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq1\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>What kind of person makes a good missionary intern?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>\n                  The best Missionary Interns are:\n                  <ul>\n                    <li>Humble \u2014 Missions is one long humbling process; you should be eager for this even with all its\n                      challenges.<\/li>\n\n                    <li>Holy \u2014 Missions is spiritual warfare; any area of sin or weakness will be exposed. The goal is\n                      not perfection, but constant reliance on Christ.<\/li>\n\n                    <li>Gospel cherishing \u2014 Missions is sanctification. We are looking for those committed to growing as\n                      disciples by living a <i>fukuin no seikatsu<\/i>.<\/li>\n\n                    <li>Gospel proclaiming \u2014 Missions means sharing the gospel, so we are looking for those who are\n                      already seeking to do this.<\/li>\n\n                    <li>Loving \u2014 We are a team made up of sinners from many different backgrounds. Serving together\n                      requires a lot of patience, grace, forgiveness, and love. But the reward is amazing.<\/li>\n                  <\/ul>\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq2\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq2\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>Can a couple or family serve?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>Couples and families are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities will be adjusted to balance additional\n                  needs that couples and families may have.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq3\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq3\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>Can I study Japanese while serving?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>\n                  Yes! All interns are encouraged to participate in Japanese language study. We will assist you in\n                  selecting the program that best fits your needs.\n                <\/p>\n                <ul>\n                  <li>Part-time classes<\/li>\n\n                  <li>Private tutoring<\/li>\n\n                  <li>Language exchange<\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n\n                <p>You are provided 10 hours each week of official work time for studying language (2 hours for Summer\n                  Interns). <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq4\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq4\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>Can my term be extended?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>Internships may be extended if approved by CBI leadership and your sending agency, however, they are\n                  rarely renewed beyond 2 years. Interns who have completed 2 years of service can discuss transitioning\n                  to career ministry with team leadership.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq5\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq5\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>What is the process for becoming a summer intern?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>Summer internships are handled by MTW directly and are limited to US citizens. Please see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtw.org\/opportunity-details\/cbi-nagoya-japan\" target=\"_blank\">MTW site<\/a> for more information on summer internships.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq6\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq6\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>What is the process for becoming a 1-2yr intern?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <ol>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/apply-for-internship\/?topic=One-year internship\">Contact us!<\/a> We&#8217;re here to help and can answer any questions you might have as you get started.<\/li>\n                  <li>Join a call with CBI staff so we can get to know each other and talk through your interest in\n                    ministry in Japan.<\/li>\n                  <li>Interview with CBI Leadership.<\/li>\n                  <li>Complete the sending agency application process.<\/li>\n\n                  <li>Raise full support.<\/li>\n                  <li>Get final approval from both the sending agency and CBI.<\/li>\n\n                  <li>Join the team!<\/li>\n                <\/ol>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq7\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq7\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>What if I\u2019m interested in Career Missions?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>Those desiring to serve as career missionaries with CBI should already have ministry experience and\n                  be proficient in Japanese (based on the needs for their role in the ministry). We encourage those who\n                  are interested in long-term service with us to begin serving as interns, but we are always glad to\n                  discuss career opportunities.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"col\">\n          <div class=\"tabs\">\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq8\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq8\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>Do I have to know Japanese?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>Only a basic understanding of Japanese written language (hiragana and katakana) is required. This can\n                  typically be learned with one week of study.<\/p>\n                <p>Further knowledge opens up more opportunities, but is not required.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq9\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq9\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>How do interns relate to the team and staff?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>CBI Interns are considered a full part of our team. You will participate in all team meetings,\n                  retreats, and other activities.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq10\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq10\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>Do I need a sending agency?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <ul>\n                  <li>Summer and one-year interns are required to come through Mission to the World (MTW). <\/li>\n\n                  <li>For longer terms, CBI leadership will recommend an agency during the interview process.<\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n\n                <p>MTW does not require any specific denominational affiliation for service as a summer intern.<\/p><p>Additionally, MTW currently only has the capacity to send American citizens. This restriction applies to both summer and one-year interns.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq11\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq11\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>How much financial support will I need to raise?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>Support amounts vary greatly depending on individual situations and needs. While final support\n                  figures will be determined by your sending agency, we can provide you an estimate based on our initial\n                  conversations with you.<\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq12\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq12\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>Is there an age requirement?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <p>CBI Interns need to have completed at least one year of college (or equivalent), though exceptions\n                  may apply. <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"tab\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq13\" name=\"faq\">\n              <label class=\"tab-label\" for=\"faq13\">\n                <p class=\"icon-plus\">+<\/p>\n                <p>What resources do you recommend for people considering missions in Japan?<\/p>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"tab-content\">\n                <ul>\n                  <lh>Articles<\/lh>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/radical.net\/article\/becoming-missionary-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>What to Know Before Becoming a Missionary in Japan<\/em><\/a>, Brett Rayl<\/li>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.desiringgod.org\/articles\/what-sustains-missions-in-the-hardest-places\" target=\"_blank\"><em>What Sustains Missions in the Hardest Places?<\/em><\/a>, Brett Rayl<\/li>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/radical.net\/article\/where-to-go-missions\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>How to Choose Where to Go for Missions<\/em><\/a>, Brett Rayl<\/li>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/@brettrayl\" target=\"_blank\">Read more by Brett Rayl<\/a><\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n                <ul>\n                  <lh>Books<\/lh>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Fill-Earth-Matthew-Newkirk\/dp\/1532693419\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Fill the Earth<\/em><\/a>, Matt Newkirk<\/li>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Japanese-Christianity-Widely-Believed-Japan\/dp\/9490179175\" target=\"_blank\"><em>The Japanese and Christianity: Why Is Christianity Not Widely Believed in Japan?<\/em><\/a>, Samuel Lee<\/li>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/History-Christianity-Japan-Catholic-Protestant-ebook\/dp\/B00CYNTWYQ\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>History of Christianity in Japan: Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, and Protestant Missions<\/em><\/a>, Otis Carey<\/li>\n                  <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Silence-and-Beauty-audiobook\/dp\/B01N4R2VK8\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Silence and Beauty: Hidden Faith Born of Suffering<\/em><\/a>, Makoto Fujimura<\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Equipping Christians in Japan for the work of gospel ministry<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-273","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/273","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=273"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/273\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10748,"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/273\/revisions\/10748"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cbijapan.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=273"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}