Nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, Ridgecrest Conference Center is dedicated to impacting lives for God’s glory through purposeful hospitality. With stunning mountain views, hiking trails, and exceptional facilities, Ridgecrest offers everything needed for meaningful gatherings, including comfortable guest rooms, versatile meeting spaces, and both indoor and outdoor activities. We are driven by values like serving others, making it better, cultivating relationships and creating purposeful experiences that matter.

If you have a passion for serving others, joining the Ridgecrest team could be your opportunity to make a difference while working in a beautiful place.

An internship at Ridgecrest Conference Center offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally, spiritually, and personally. Interns receive on-the-job training and develop skills needed to thrive in a fast-paced Christian hospitality environment. The program includes weekly Bible study and fellowship with other team members, providing enrichment and service opportunities for growth and development. Team managers and supervisors will coordinate your work schedule, daily responsibilities, and special project assignments.

Program Highlights

• Duration: End of August through the beginning of May.
• Hours: Vary based on business conditions; availability for day or evening shifts, weekends, and holidays is required.
• Compensation: $10 per hour stipend.
• Housing: Provided for the duration of the internship.
• Meals: Lunch provided daily in the Dining Hall (except Sundays); breakfast and lunch provided when serving meals to guests on campus.

Responsibilities

Join our Facilities Team for an immersive internship experience that takes you behind the scenes of maintaining a large-scale conference center. This unique opportunity allows you to work alongside and learn from highly skilled professionals in various departments, including Carpentry, Plumbing, HVAC, Grounds, Maintenance, Fleet, Safety, and Recreation.

During this internship, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience in caring for the buildings, grounds, and resources of our expansive 1,200-acre campus. This role is perfect for individuals who are eager to learn, dedicated to serving, and ready to embrace hard work.

If you are looking to develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment, apply now and become a part of our dedicated Facilities Team!

Basic Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED, required
• Ability to work August to May (40+ hours/week)
• Commit to the overall program (including bible study, service projects, events, etc.)
• Possess a sincere desire to serve others with excellence and grace
• Be flexible, dependable teachable and hard-working
• Have excellent communication skills and be self-motivated
• Willingness to serve guests with a positive attitude
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• Eligible to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, grounds, vehicle maintenance and safety, preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work long days, busy weekends, and perform both mental and physical tasks continuously throughout the shift
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist, and maneuver around equipment and obstacles for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects up to 60 pounds, frequently handling heavy items such as equipment, furniture, and supplies
• Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including indoor and outdoor settings, and under varying temperatures and weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or work at heights for maintenance, repairs, or event set-up
• Proficient use of hands for fine motor tasks, such as handling tools, adjusting equipment, or performing detailed repairs
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and machinery required for maintenance tasks