Staff Internship
Our staff internship (Certificate IV in Christian Missions - C4CM) is a two-year hands on course that trains and assists you in the central fundamentals of becoming involved in full time missions. The C4CM works alongside the other base opportunities.
Grow in:
Applying training to the mission field
Developing vision
Servant leadership
Managing finances
Working in team
Incorporating prayer & worship in ministry
Austudy/ABSTUDY approved for Australian participants
Starting at 2 years
* The prerequisite to join staff is the completion of a YWAM Discipleship Training School (DTS).
Why Byron Bay?
As the most easterly point of Australia, Byron Bay has a unique calling. It is a backpackers hot spot, New Age Mecca and creative arts festival hub! The nations come here searching for spiritual answers and we have have a unique opportunity to bring truth and discipleship. We desire to train, equip and release people to be ambassadors of the truth- bearers of light to the nations in our community and internationally.
Staff Opportunities
Base staff opportunities include these departments:
DTS Staff
SOME Staff
DBS Staff
Go Team Staff
Backbone Staff
Administration
Accounts
Media
Grounds & Maintenance
Base Operations
Kitchen/Cook
Let’s lead together
Intakes
19. January 2026-2028
1. June 2026-2028
31. August 2026-2028
Any Questions?
For all other details, have a look at our Student FAQ or Parent FAQ. If you can’t find an answer there, feel free to contact us directly & we’ll help you out! Check out our ministry opportunities, contact details and payment options directly through the navigation bar!
Associate Pastor
This leadership role requires a 4-5 year commitment and a minimum training requirement of completion of the DTS, our Christian Missions course (C4CM) as well as Diploma in Christian Missions Leadership.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting our YWAM community to respond to Biblical teachings, living a Biblical lifestyle.
Leading worship and prayer services; sermons, devotions, Bible studies; training in our DTS and leadership programs. Participation in community activities, encouraging others in their roles and organising community projects. Providing advice and prayer to YWAM staff and students. Assisting the director in overall ministry strategies.
Attend YWAM gatherings with younger members to encourage them and their personal development. Maintain an ongoing lifestyle of evangelism. Administrative duties.