Volunteer & Intern Opportunities at Growing in Brotherhood
Sharpen Iron, Serve the Kingdom
1 Thessalonians 5:11 – “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up.”
1 Peter 4:10 – “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”
At Growing in Brotherhood, our volunteer and intern family is the heartbeat of our ministry. These non-paid positions offer hands-on ministry experience, spiritual growth, brotherhood accountability, and real impact without the demands of full-time employment. Whether you’re a college student seeking internship credit, a professional wanting to serve part-time, or a retiree with a heart for men’s ministry, your gifts can transform lives.
Founded in Detroit, Michigan, alongside Growing in Sisterhood, we serve 50,000+ monthly podcast listeners (Morning Glory series), 10,000+ website visitors, and 5,000+ community members through forums, events, and coaching. Volunteers and interns don’t just “help”—they co-lead, gaining leadership experience while building godly men.
Flexible Commitment: 5-20 hours/week, remote-friendly, family-first schedules. Perfect for students, dads, pastors, or marketplace leaders.
Why Serve as a Volunteer or Intern?
Eternal Impact, Earthly Training
•Real Ministry: Record podcasts with national leaders, moderate life-changing forums, design graphics seen by thousands.
•Leadership Development: Mentorship from founder Jeree Ann and core team; lead your own projects.
•Brotherhood: Weekly prayer huddles, accountability groups, team retreats (annual Michigan fishing trip).
•Portfolio Building: Documented experience, testimonials, published work for future ministry/career advancement.
•Spiritual Growth: Access premium content, live events, personal coaching—all free.
Success Stories
“Volunteering 10 hours/week transformed my calling. From forum moderator to launching my own men’s group—Growing in Brotherhood equipped
https://growinginbrotherhood.com/me.” – David M., former intern, now pastor
“As a busy dad, remote podcast transcription fit perfectly. Now I edit episodes and feel like family.” – Marcus J., 2-year volunteer
“Interned during college—graduated with WordPress skills, podcast portfolio, and lifelong brothers.” – Tyler R., Class of 2025
Volunteer Positions (Flexible, Ongoing)
Apply anytime—no deadlines. Training provided.
1. Podcast Prayer Partner (5 hrs/wk, Remote)
Mission: Intercede for Morning Glory guests and listeners.
•Pray before Sunday 6 PM EST recordings.
•Send encouragement texts to guests (scripts provided).
•Join monthly prayer calls.
•Perfect for: Prayer warriors, busy professionals.
•Training: 1-hour Zoom orientation + daily prayer guide.
2. Social Media Encourager (8-10 hrs/wk, Remote)
Mission: Share hope-filled content across platforms.
•Create TikTok/Instagram Reels from podcast clips (Canva templates).
•Schedule posts (Buffer/Hootsuite training).
•Engage comments with brotherhood voice.
•Tools: Canva (free), CapCut, AI clip generators.
•Perfect for: Creative students, marketers wanting ministry impact.
3. Community Forum Welcomer (6 hrs/wk, Remote)
Mission: Help new brothers feel at home.
•Greet new members, answer basic questions.
•Share weekly devotionals (Week 5: Compassion as Ministry).
•Flag issues for moderators (no heavy moderation).
•Perfect for: Relational men, first-time volunteers.
4. Tech Support Wingman (10 hrs/wk, Remote)
Mission: Fix simple website issues, help brothers with logins.
•WordPress basics (plugins: MemberPress, Calendly).
•Answer Help Desk tickets (templates provided).
•Test podcast studio links pre-recording.
•Training: 2-week WordPress bootcamp (self-paced).
•Perfect for: IT students, tech hobbyists.
5. Event Setup Specialist (Seasonal, 12 hrs/event, Detroit-Preferred)
Mission: Make virtual/live events seamless.
•Pre-event tech checks (Google Meet, Riverside.fm).
•Live chat moderation during prayer summits.
•Post-event follow-up emails.
•Perks: Attend all events free + meals for in-person.
6. Transcription Assistant (Flexible 5-15 hrs/wk, Remote)
Mission: Turn episodes into searchable text.
•AI-assisted (Descript/Whisper) + light editing.
•Format for blog posts/YouTube captions.
•Tag key scriptures/moments.
•Perfect for: Detail-oriented students, writers.
Summer/Fall Internship Program (12 weeks, 15-20 hrs/wk)
Next Cohort: June-August 2026. College credit available. Apply by April 1.
Structured for maximum growth:
Internship Tracks
A. Digital Ministry Track
•Shadow podcast production (guest booking, editing).
•Build landing pages for events.
•Launch social campaign.
B. Community Leadership Track
•Lead a forum group (e.g., “Young Fathers”).
•Host live prayer.
•Write guest blog post.
C. Creative Storytelling Track
•Design graphics for blog series.
•Create testimonial videos.
•Photo/video for events.
Internship Includes:
•Weekly 1:1 coaching with staff mentor.
•Portfolio review + recommendation letter.
•Certificate of Completion.
•Access to all premium resources.
Past Impact: 95% interns continue volunteering; 40% launch ministries.
Training & Onboarding: Equipped to Excel
No Experience? No Problem. Every role includes:
| Phase | Duration | What You Get |
Orientation | 2 hours | Mission, values, tools overview
Skill Training | 1-2 weeks | Role-specific (video tutorials, live Zooms)
Shadowing | Week 3 | Work alongside experienced brother
Solo Project| Week 4+ | Lead with support
30-Day Review| Monthly | Feedback, prayer, next steps |
Tools Provided (all free):
Canva Pro, Riverside.fm, Descript, WordPress access.
Notion workspace, Slack channels.
Google Workspace (Drive, Calendar, Meet).
Commitment Expectations
Role Type | Minimum | Ideal
Volunteers | 3 months, 5 hrs/wk | 6+ months, 10 hrs/wk
Interns | 12 weeks | Convert to ongoing volunteer |
Family First: Schedule around kids, work, church. Life happens—we flex.
Offboarding Graceful: Finish strong or step back anytime. Stay connected via alumni group.
Testimonials: Real Brothers, Real Impact
College Student → Ministry Leader
“Summer internship gave me WordPress + podcast skills employers value. But the brotherhood? Priceless.” – Jamal P., Liberty University
Father of 3 → Podcast Producer
“Started with prayer team. Now edit episodes heard worldwide while kids sleep.” – Chris T.
Retired Executive → Mentor
“Forum welcomer role keeps me sharp, connected. Disciple younger brothers weekly.” – Richard H., 68
How to Apply: Simple 3-Step Process
1.Fill Application (5 mins): Volunteer Application
•Name, email, role interest.
•200-word testimony: “How has brotherhood shaped you?”
•Availability + spiritual gifts.
2.Prayerful Review (48 hours): Team prays, responds.
3.Discovery Call (20 mins): Riverside.fm chat. Meet staff, ask questions.
No Resume Needed. We value heart over experience.
Questions? Email info@growinginbrotherhood.com or text (313) 635-9355.
Stay Connected: Alumni Brotherhood
Past volunteers/interns join exclusive:
•Alumni Forum: Network, job board.
•Annual Reunion: Detroit retreat.
•Recommendation Network: Ministry opportunities.
Scripture for Your Journey
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23
“Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father.” – Matthew 5:16
Growing in Brotherhood Ministries needs YOU. Your season of service builds eternal rewards. Apply today—slots fill monthly!
Detroit, MI | Remote Opportunities | info@growinginbrotherhood.com
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
“The greatest among you shall be your servant.” – Matthew 23:11
Join the movement. Serve with joy. Build forever.
