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Apprenticeship Programme

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IBTS Apprenticeship Programme

September 2025 – September 2026

The IBTS Apprenticeship Programme is a one-year opportunity for young adults aged 18–30 who are already active in their local churches, unions, or communities and have a growing interest in education, theology, and local mission. Rooted in IBTS’s learning-centred approach, the programme is designed to support personal growth, local engagement, and active participation in a wider international Learning Network.

Programme Focus

The programme centres around three key areas of development:

1. Individual and Personal Development

Each apprentice receives personalised support to grow in their identity, learning, and leadership, through:

One-on-one mentoring throughout the year

A learning-centred training course, developed and led by IBTS

Cultural sensitivity training, helping apprentices engage effectively in diverse contexts

2. Investing Locally

Apprentices are encouraged to strengthen and deepen their local ministry through:

Designing and leading a learning event in their church or community

Reading and reflecting on their local culture and context

Accessing tools and resources that support what they are already doing


3. Learning Network Engagement

Apprentices also get a chance to be involved in the IBTS Learning Network, where they can:

Contribute their gifts and skills through individual or group projects

Either join existing initiatives or develop new projects aligned with IBTS’s values and approach

Time Commitment

Approximately 6 hours per week, including time already spent in local ministry or volunteer roles. This also includes a monthly 1-on-1 meeting with their mentor, as well as a meeting with the programme supervisor(s) every 4-8 weeks. The programme will begin with a three day residential (in-person) meeting of the group in the first half of September (date and location will be announced additionally).

Programme Duration

1 year — from September 2025 to September 2026

Language

The programme is run in English.

Stipend

All apprentices receive a stipend to support their involvement.

Who Can Apply?

The programme is open to young adults aged 18–30 who:

Are already active locally in a church, union, or community context

Are interested in education, theology, and how learning can shape life and ministry

Want to grow through IBTS’s learning-centred approach

Are eager to share their own skills and insights within a broader learning network

Application Process

Application Deadline
Applications are open until the end of June 2025.

Interviews
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted shortly after the deadline for a brief interview.

Got Questions?
For more information on the Apprenticeship Programme please email victoria@ibts.eu.

Apprenticeship Programme

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