Join the Catalyst Catholic team and help
bring the young Church to Christ, one soul at a time!
WHO IS CJ?
C.J. Smith grew up in Starlight, Indiana, and was an active youth leader at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. He was an officer for his parish CYO as well as vice president of the deanery youth council. C.J. was a shining example of leadership, service, and courage. He passed away in 1975 during his young adult years; but not before his family and friends realized the enormous impact he had on others by the way he lived his life and his faith. Read an inspiring excerpt from C.J.’s journal here.
Thanks to the generous support of the family and friends of CJ Smith, Catalyst Catholic can provide two internships annually to young adults who are (or will be in the coming year) considering a lifelong career or vocation that positively impacts youth. Each $5000 internship stipend will be written directly to the school's bursar office for application toward tuition or room and board after each semester. Mileage reimbursement, up to $500 will be paid directly to the intern based on travel requirements.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF ALL CJ SMITH INTERNS
Must be an active member of the Roman Catholic faith in good standing.
Must be willing to uphold the teachings of the Roman Catholic faith in word and in action.
Must be enrolled full or part-time in an institution of higher learning (including any accredited college, university, or trade school).
Must be working towards an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, doctoral degree, apprenticeship program, or trade certificate.
Should be pursuing work or studies related to ministry or another helping profession that positively impacts youth (counseling, teaching, social work, medical field, etc.)
Must be willing to travel to ministry events in Clark, Floyd, and Harrison counties in Indiana using a reliable, personal vehicle.
Must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines.
Must have a working knowledge of general office systems and Mac computers.
The following ministry-specific job descriptions identify the type of work, term of service, and other details of each internship position:
SUMMER EVANGELIZATION COORDINATOR
30 hours per week (360 hours total)
May 2024 to August 2024 (based on school schedule)
Includes $5000.00 paid directly to the institution of higher education, paid in September 2024 and up to $500 mileage reimbursement paid directly to the intern at the end of the internship.
Collaborates with the Catalyst Catholic and parish staffs in planning and implementing summer ministry events for middle and high school youth to help bring the young church more fully into a relationship with Christ (i.e. mission trips, service programs, prayer, community building activities, etc.)
Invests time to develop relationships with youth through interpersonal skills and small group leadership.
Coordinates registration databases, analyzes ministry event evaluation, and provides research regarding youth ministry.
Creates copy and graphics for communication through direct mailing campaigns and social media (Instagram and Facebook).
Captures and edits photographs and videos of ministry events.
Assists with day-to-day operations of middle, high school, and athletic ministries.
ANNUAL EVANGELIZATION COORDINATOR
Approximately 10 hours per week (360 hours total)
August 2024 to May 2025 (based on school schedule)
$5000.00 paid directly to the institution of higher education and up to $500 mileage reimbursement paid directly to the intern. Given in two payments at the end of each semester (December 2024/May 2025).
Collaborates with Catalyst Catholic and parish staff in planning and implementing ministry events for middle and high school youth to help bring the young church more fully into a relationship with Christ (i.e. monthly middle school events, retreats, social events, service programs, prayer, community building activities, etc.)
Invests time to develop relationships with youth through interpersonal skills and small group leadership.
Coordinates registration databases, analyzes ministry evaluations and provides research regarding youth ministry.
Participates in continuing education and professional development opportunities offered in the New Albany Deanery.
Creates copy and graphics for communication through direct mailing campaigns and social media (Instagram and Facebook).
Captures and edits photographs and videos of ministry events.
Assists with day-to-day operations of middle, high school, and athletic ministries.
For questions or to request more information, contact Michelle Fessel at
michelle@catalystcatholic.org or 812.923.8355 ext 201.