Campus Ministry Intern Positions
Campus Ministry is hiring for undergraduate intern positions in the 2026-2027 academic year. All positions are paid $15. Applications for positions are accepted each spring semester.
Learn more about how to apply to join the Campus Ministry Team!
Qualifications and Responsibilities
All interns must meet all general qualifications and expectations. In addition, each position has additional unique qualifications, responsibilities and expectations that are outlined in the position descriptions below. Position descriptions may change based on shifting programs and/or priorities in Campus Ministry and Loyola University.
- Interfaith & Ecumenical Ministry
- Marketing and Communications
- Music Ministry
- Office Manager
- Faith Formation
- Sacraments
- Sacristan
Please contact Yulianna Otero Asmar, Assistant Director of Campus Ministry, at yoteroasmar@loyola.edu with any further questions about the process. For position-specific questions, you may also contact the staff member listed under each position.
Interfaith & Ecumenical Ministry
The Interfaith and Ecumenical Ministry Interns assist in coordinating and facilitating various interfaith and ecumenical christian campus offerings. This ministry seeks to enhance campus cooperation and leadership to promote deeper understanding, respect and celebration of diverse spiritual identities. This position assists with planning and implementing opportunities for exploring and reflecting on the search for meaning and identity, including Ignatian Spirituality and diverse spiritual practices from a variety of traditions.
Qualifications
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Basic understanding of diverse faith backgrounds and the broader issues of religious intolerance and social injustice. - Openness to and curiosity about diverse spiritual practices and traditions.
- Willingness to learn about and work with sensitivity to spiritual and religious diversity.
- Strong relational and group facilitation skills required, as well as an ability to engage students with diverse spiritual identities in various forms of prayer, reflection, small/large group dialogue and interfaith educational opportunities.
- Ability to dialogue with persons with diverse spiritual identities, beliefs and religious perspectives, and openness to working with them to create diverse campus offerings.
Responsibilities
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Assist with planning and implementation of the Hope and Renewal Interfaith Prayer Service in February. - Provide support to students from a variety of faith traditions represented on Loyola's campus.
- Support the Assistant Director for Interfaith and Ecumenical Ministry to plan and implement religious celebrations, gatherings and community events for students from diverse faith backgrounds.
- Provide support and encourage Christian ecumenical activities through programming, events and worship services that encourage dialogue and collaboration for students, faculty, staff and administrators in the Loyola Community.
- Provide administrative and ministerial support for Ecumenical Christian programs and events.
- Work with Chosen Generation Gospel Choir student club.
- Other duties as assigned.
Contact: Saima Sitwat, Assistant Director of Ecumenical and Interfaith Ministry, ssitwat@loyola.edu, 410-617-5755.
Marketing & Communication Team
The Marketing and Communication Team works together to promote the mission of the office of Campus Ministry, tell our stories and invite others into our ministries and community. There are three positions within the team which involve distinct skills and responsibilities in the following areas: 1) Communications & Outreach and 2) Communications & Graphic Design. Although the team is divided into two positions, we may consider a different division of responsibilities depending on the skills of the candidates.
1) Communications & Outreach
Qualifications
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Experience or interest in communications, social media, outreach, writing, copy editing, marketing, journalism, or related fields. -
Comfortable with or willing to learn website maintenance and content management systems
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Comfortable with or willing to learn about Loyola’s campus engagement platform, The Bridge.
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Strong attention to detail, organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
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Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
Flexible and adaptable; comfortable responding to changing priorities and time-sensitive needs.
Responsibilities
Digital Communications and Social Media:
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Manage daily social media activity for the Office of Campus Ministry, including: - posting on Instagram and Facebook according to a content schedule
- engaging with followers through comments, messages, and conversation replies
- creating promotional and educational content, including reels
- coordinating social media takeovers with Campus Ministry interns and staff
- researching and creating mission-driven, educational content
- monitoring activity to ensure alignment with Campus Ministry values and university standards
- Track engagement and provide regular updates to the supervisor, including successes, lessons learned, and recommendations for improving reach and engagement
- Collaborate with Campus Ministry staff and student interns to integrate social media into broader communication and outreach strategies
- Proactively bring forward ideas for content, platforms, and outreach initiatives
- Provide event photography and video support as needed
Website Management:
- Manage the Campus Ministry website using the Modern Campus Content Management System
- Add, edit, and remove website content as needed to ensure accuracy and timeliness
- Routinely monitor the website to ensure information is current, clear, and error-free
- Perform basic image tasks such as resizing, formatting, and creating thumbnails
Campus Outreach & The Bridge:
- Create and manage Campus Ministry events and initiatives on Loyola’s campus engagement platform, The Bridge.
- Submit promotional materials to Printing Services, Digital Signage, and university calendars (e.g., Loyola Today)
- Support Campus Ministry outreach efforts and events, including tabling and campus-wide programs.
- Assist with coordinating intern staffing and preparing outreach materials for events
throughout the academic year such as: Student Activities Fair, Open House, Student Leadership Fair, Accepted Students Day,
St. Ignatius’ Birthday celebration and quad event.
Other responsibilities as assigned. - Maintain and update the Campus Ministry entrance bulletin board on a weekly basis
2) Communications & Graphic Design
Qualifications
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Experience with design, layout, and editing, or demonstrated ability and interest in learning creative design - Experience with Adobe Illustrator preferred; comparable design tools welcome if willing to learn Adobe or Campus Ministry’s standard platforms
- Willingness to adapt to various design software and tools as needed
- Strong creative vision with attention to brand consistency
- Willingness to research, brainstorm, and seek inspiration when developing designs
- Comfortable receiving and incorporating feedback; open to learning through iteration and revision
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Portfolio or samples of previous work required (class projects and personal work welcome)
Responsibilities
Graphic Design:
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Design, layout, photo editing, and basic copy editing for print and digital materials - Create graphics for social media, printed materials, merchandise, digital signage, and other assigned projects
- Solicit, receive, and incorporate feedback from internal and external stakeholders
- Update and optimize official printed materials such as handbooks, information cards, and brochures
- Organize and maintain Campus Ministry’s design files and assets on Microsoft OneDrive
- Manage and respond to design requests using team project management software in a timely manner
Other responsibilities:
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Proactively contribute ideas for content, promotions, and visual approaches. - Provide event photography and video support as needed.
- Maintain the Campus Ministry entrance bulletin board with updated events and programs on a weekly basis
- Support the Communications & Outreach Intern with social media strategies, website updates, campus outreach (e.g., tabling), tasks on The Bridge, and other responsibilities as needed.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Contact: Yulianna Otero Asmar, Assistant Director of Campus Ministry, yoteroasmar@loyola.edu.
Music Ministry
The Music Ministry Interns work with the Associate Director of Campus Ministry and Campus Ministry team to assist in Music Ministry.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated advanced training and musical skills in vocal and/or instrumental music.
- Superior organizational and time
- management skills.
- Experience with database software(Excel) and desktop publishing software (InDesign).
- Ability to train and direct student music ministers.
- Desire to develop their liturgical and music leadership skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the organization and administration of all Music Ministry activities.
- Assist in the preparation & execution of Sunday Masses including the production of Sunday Orders of Worship and seasonal program booklets.
- Serve as Music Librarian – responsible for choral folders & all sheet music.
- Serve as accompanist or leader for sectional or instrumental rehearsals (as needed).
- Assist in database management and scheduling of all music ministers.
- Assist in preparation & execution of non-Eucharistic worship/ special events.
- Participate in on-going musical, liturgical & spiritual formation.
- Other duties as assigned.
Contact: Laura McCormack, Associate Director for Music and Liturgy, lemccormack@loyola.edu.
Office Manager
The Office Manager Interns assist with daily office operations, assisting in a variety of needs for the office. The ministry includes hospitality through communication with the Campus Ministry team; Loyola students, faculty, and staff, the alumni community, and broader Baltimore community.
Qualifications
- Honest and open communication.
- Openness to assisting with multiple and varied projects within the office.
- Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills throughout the year.
- Critical thinking skills for improving office organization procedures and hospitality.
- Strong relational and organizational skills required, as well as an ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Assist with correspondence both inside and outside the office through email, phone calls, and Outlook.
- Maintain and communicate retreat registrations, payments, and refund information.
- Assist with budget and procurement card statements; organizing, scanning, and prepping monthly statements.
- Assist with submitting Motor Pool requests for retreats and programs, as directed.
- Organizing front desk schedule, meetings, and student timesheet information, as directed.
- Photocopy, scan and file documents as needed. Clean and organize closets and office. Order office supplies and perform general office upkeep daily, weekly, and monthly.
- Provide at least 5 hours per week of regularly scheduled phone/front desk coverage.
- Assist with teaching & training of all interns with front desk duties.
- Update and design bulletin boards and other advertising spaces with relevant information in and around the office as directed by professional staff.
- Research projects as needs arise for the office and/or retreat house.
- Other duties as assigned.
Contact: ValentÃn Mudiay, Program Assistant, vmmudiay@loyola.edu, 410-617-2768.
Faith Formation Intern
This position assists the Assistant Director of Faith Formation in programs that deepen the spiritual and faith lives of students on campus. This includes assisting and leading retreats and ongoing spiritual programs such as Kairos, Cura Small Groups, and Catholic Hounds.
Qualifications
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Strong Interpersonal and Presentation Skills
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Critical thinking skills for improving organization and procedures.
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Strong relational and organizational skills required, as well as an ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
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Group Facilitation skills (such as leading small groups or Bible studies)
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Knowledge of Ignatian Spirituality, theology, and sacraments of the Catholic Church
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Faith Formation programming including Catholic Hounds, Cura Sharing Groups, Pre-Mass Bible Studies, and any new initiatives created by Faith Formation Team
- Support Retreat Program including recruiting and training retreat leaders, advertising and promoting retreats, and logistical support
Contact: Emily Kane, Director of Campus Ministry, eekane@loyola.edu.
Sacraments Intern
This position assists the Assistant Director of Faith Formation in programs that support the Sacramental Life of Loyola. This intern position will be primarily responsible for coordinating Wedding Paperwork, serving as lead Wedding Sacristan, and coordinating the OCIA/Confirmation Program.
Qualifications
- Honest and open communication.
- Knowledge of the sacraments of the Catholic Church, especially weddings and OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults).
- Critical thinking skills for improving organization and procedures.
- Strong relational and organizational skills required, as well as an ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Group Facilitation skills (such as leading small groups or Bible studies)
- Must be Confirmed and Practicing Catholic
Responsibilities
- Assist Assistant Director for Faith Formation with preparation and organization of classes for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) through which adult members and friends of the Loyola University community are baptized into the Catholic Church.
- Provide administrative support in organizing records, wedding information website and communications with couples being married in Alumni Memorial Chapel.
- Serve as Lead Wedding Sacristan for all weddings occurring during the semester. This includes training new sacristans and coordinating wedding sacristan schedule.
Contact: Emily Kane, Director of Campus Ministry, eekane@loyola.edu.
Sacristan
This position assists in the worship life of the University Community and is responsible for the coordination of the following liturgical ministries: Lector, Communion, & Hospitality. This position is also responsible for the physical maintenance of both Alumni and Fava Chapels, as well as providing direct support to members of the Jesuit community who lead worship at Masses and other liturgical celebrations.
Qualifications
- Superior organizational and time management skills.
- Experience with Excel & Access and other database software.
- Ability to relate well to peers and professional staff/faculty
- Ability to train and direct student liturgical ministers.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the organization and administration of all CM Worship activities.
- Preparation & execution for all practical aspects of Sunday & Daily Masses.
- Maintenance of both Fava & Alumni Chapels
- Assist in the training for all Liturgical Ministers
- Assist in database management and scheduling of liturgical ministers.
- Assist in preparation & execution of non-Eucharistic worship/ special events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Contact: Laura McCormack, Associate Director for Music and Liturgy, lemccormack@loyola.edu