What’s been said…
Here’s what some of our previous interns had to say about their experience.
Our mission is to disciple and empower each intern to live out their God given identity and purpose in all aspects of life. Whether it’s in ministry or the marketplace, the Awaken Internship will challenge, grow, and empower you to be all you’re destined to be.
Panel of Graduates…
Here’s what some of our previous interns had to say about their experience.
Level of Committment
12 Month Commitment
A 12 month commitment starting on your intake date.
Required Office Days
Wednesdays plus another weekly office day.
Attend Weekly Services
Interns are required to serve two services and attend one.
Attend A Connect Group
And build relationships within our Church family.
Attend All Church Events
From conference’s to musicals, all designed to transform you.
Book & Lecture Reports
It’s more than Homework, it’s investing into your future.
Monthly Cost
$175 per month
The Cherry on Top
An Accredited Internship
The Awaken Internship is proud to be accredited by Transworld Accrediting Commission International. For nearly 30 years, Transworld Accrediting is an international, federally recognized non-profit church educational organization with a mandate to establish minimal acceptable standards, criteria and shared Biblical Doctrine.
TACI accredits and assists Theological Schools, Seminaries, Universities, Colleges and Programs throughout the World.
Teaching
Teaching and training from business and marketplace experts. This will include people like CEO’s, business owners, self-made millionaires, and more.
Community Outreach
Every quarter you will be going out into the community to serve and impact those in the San Diego area that need assistance.
Public Speaking
You will be trained and taught on how to pray, disciple, and speak in public.
Bible College
Online courses from C3 oxford falls with speakers including Dr. Phil Pringle and other ministers from around the world.
Team Meeting
Weekly teachings from world-class pastors, speakers, and teachers.
Life Management
Learn how to serve, sacrifice, and manage both your personal and professional life.
Mentorship
Specific mentorship by one of our ministry directors and pastors.
Set Apart
Join a team that’s sold out for God and the Church.
Leadership
Pastor Tom Foster has been the Director of the Internship since February 2020. He has been married to his beautiful wife, Leanndra since 1997. They have two children Jackson and Remington and have been a part of Awaken Church since Mother’s Day, 2013. Tom spent nearly 22 years serving in the U. S. Coast Guard and retired in 2016 as the Command Master Chief of the Maritime Security Response Team. He enjoys spending time with his family, surfing, and working out. He is called to help people discover their God given identity and purpose and to assist them in living out their lives as true Kingdom people.
Mayra has been the Internship Coordinator since 2018. She is newly married to her husband Jesus Gonzalez since 2021 and they love getting to build God’s house together. Mayra did the internship herself in 2015 while working for the County of San Diego as a Health and Human Service Agent. The internship completely transformed her life and in 2018 she decided to leave her career to follow in what God has called her to do. She is passionate about building disciples for Christ and helping people live out their purpose.
