The primary goal of the Ramp Internship is not to supply generic information, but an impartation of revival and awakening.
The daily schedule of interns reflect this goal. Each day begins with corporate prayer from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. From 9:15-12:00 are Bible classes Monday through Thursday. In-depth syllabi are provided at the beginning of each semester. Courses teach interns how to lead a lifestyle modeled after scripture. They will study theological truths, how those truths alter an individual’s life, and how those truths pertain to the corporate assignment of carrying revival and awakening. Topics include Bible survey, the nature of God, prayer, a history of revival, and more. Each semester also includes courses about practical Kingdom living, such as spiritual authority, living in community, and leadership development. Scattered throughout the semester are seminars with guest speakers highlighting focused messages or topics.
Volunteering is a large part of the internship. Interns become the fuel of Ramp services and gatherings. From running cameras to parking cars to manning the bookstore, interns help host 1,000+ people to make each Ramp experience enjoyable and unforgettable. While most volunteering opportunities are during the weekends, interns also assist in the day-to-day affairs of the office. Should an intern have a special interest or skill, such as media production, he/she would be incorporated into the respective department.
Personal evangelism is also part of interning at the Ramp. Interns take what they are learning through classes and services and apply it in their daily lives by affecting people in the Hamilton community. While there are schedule outreach events, interns are expected to evangelize in their daily lives. This is one reason the internship schedule allows for part-time jobs. Interns are encouraged to not live in a Ramp bubble, but to get in the community and cause change. Personal evangelism is part of the very fabric of carrying revival.
Community is one of the primary ingredients that makes the Ramp what it is. Everyone connected in the Ramp community must learn to develop relationships with other believers in a book of Acts type lifestyle. While community exposes insecurities and faults, it is also very rewarding and provides lasting relationships. Interns can expect to be sharpened by constant fellowship with other burning ones.
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WHEN TO APPLY
Applicants may apply for the Fall 2010 semester any time before July 1st, 2010. You should apply as early as possible to allow time for the processing of your application.
HOW TO APPLY
Application. All questions on the application forms must be completed. If a question does not apply, write N/A (not applicable). Applications must be signed and dated. Failure to do so will cause delay in the processing of your application. We must receive original application, personal objective, and recommendations. Faxes and copies of these documents are not acceptable.
Application Fee. A non-refundable $75 application fee must be sent with your application. Send a cashier’s check or money order with your application to our office. Do not send cash or personal checks for the application fee. Make payable to Karen Wheaton Ministries. Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover are also accepted. Please contact our office to pay by debit/credit card.
Recommendation(s). Using the enclosed forms, provide Karen Wheaton Ministries and the Ramp with all applicable recommendations:
1. Personal Recommendation must be completed by a mature Christian adult that is at least 24 years of age, has known the applicant at least one year, and is not a relative.
2. Pastoral Recommendations must be completed by the senior pastor from the home church where you regularly attend. In the event that the home church pastor is a relative, then an elder, deacon, or other church officer must act as the pastoral reference for you.
3. Spousal Recommendation must be completed by all married applicants. It is not optional.
Once completed, all recommendations must be mailed directly to our office by the individual filling out the recommendation form, NOT the applicant. We must receive the original forms. Faxes and copies are not acceptable. The recommendations will be kept in confidence.
Photograph. Attach a recent photo of yourself. Scanned or computer generated photos must be photo quality and recognizable. Your photo must fit in the box on the right hand corner of the application form. Please cut photo to size and attach.
ACCEPTANCE/REJECTION
Once the applicant has been evaluated by our intern leadership, they will be notified via mail and email concerning the condition of their acceptance or rejection to the internship. The evaluation process does not begin until the application, recommendations, and fees have be received by our ministry office. Evaluation takes between 2-4 weeks.
** Applicants of the Ramp Internship should send the completed application and application fee to our office. Recommendation forms should also be returned to this address.
Karen Wheaton Ministries
Attn: Ramp Internship
PO Box 1508
Hamilton, AL 35570
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply?
Applicants must be at least 17 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
Is there a maximum age limit?
We recognize that our primary assignment is with youth and young adults. However, there is no maximum age limit.
Will all applicants be accepted?
While we would love to accept each and every applicant, our personnel and facility limitations do not make that possible. We do expect for the number of accepted interns to grow each year, but we cannot accept all applicants at this time.
Will housing be provided?
At this time, all interns will be responsible for his/her own housing and meals. A local housing list is available by contacting the Ramp office. Included in the list are apartment complexes, rental houses, costs, contact information, and more. Any applicants desiring a roommate can indicate that under the housing section, and Ramp staff will aid in locating one.
Will interns need to have their own transportation?
Since we’re not able to providing housing at Ramp facilities, all interns must provide their own means of transportation. Hamilton does not have public transportation.
What is the cost of the Ramp Internship?
The Ramp Internship is $1,500 per semester, which can be paid up front or in monthly payments via automatic bank draft or recurring debit/credit card. Upon acceptance of your application, we also require a $100 nonrefundable deposit that goes toward tuition to ensure you are coming. The cost of books is not included in the tuition.
What does the tuition costs cover?
Tuition covers over 200 hours of Bible classes each semester, worksheets and class materials instructors provide, daily use of the Ramp facilities, and honorariums for seminar speakers. Textbooks are not covered by tuition, but that cost will be very low. (Note: Ramp Internship is not an accredited school with the State of Alabama; therefore, students are not eligible for financial aid, student loans, or grants.)
How long is the internship?
The internship lasts from August to May and is divided into two semesters. At this time, second year options are by invitation only.
What is a typical week’s schedule?
Morning prayer is Monday through Friday from 8-9 a.m. Monday through Thursday Bible classes last from 9-12 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday night services are at 6 p.m. Typically, every second and fourth weekend of the month is a Ramp gathering, beginning 7 p.m. on Friday and lasting all day on Saturday. Volunteering, outreaches, and additional prayer gatherings will occur throughout the week.
Are you accepting international applications?
Yes, we are accepting applications from international potentials with the understanding that the transition to the USA is the responsibility of the applicant solely.
Additional Questions?
Should you have any additional questions as you are completing the application, please feel free to contact our office at (205) 921-0909. Our fax number is (205) 921-5590. You can also reach us via email us at
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Code of Conduct
Ramp interns are expected to live consecrated, set apart lives while enrolled in the program. Interning is futile if there is no personal consecration. We are committed to seeing Ramp interns becoming carriers of revival and awakening, and that cannot be accomplished without lives of holiness and purity. Therefore, all interns are expected to adopt the following code of conduct:
- Maintain a personal walk with God, inclusive of daily prayer and Bible reading.
- Exercise holy discipline in entertainment choices. Movies and music are not permissible that blaspheme God’s name, promote adultery and fornication, or are in any way displeasing to the Lord.
- Abstain from dating relationships during the first year, and lead lives of purity and chastity. No male and female should be alone in an isolated, intimate location. Mixed gender gatherings should only be conducted in groups of five or more.
- Maintain a healthy marriage, if applicable.
- Abstain from all alcohol and tobacco.
- Practice Christ-exalting excellence in work ethic and personal hygiene. Interns can expect internship leadership to follow-up by calling employers and visiting apartments/dorms.
- Respect the rights and property of others.
- Adhere to attendance policies:
- Attend each Sunday and Wednesday night service. Two excused absences allowed per semester.
- Attend each Ramp gathering.
- Attend daily Bible classes. Three excused absences per semester.
- Receive permission for any absence prior to event.
- Arrive punctually to each event.
- Dress modestly and appropriately. Extremely casual or sloppy dress, such as pajamas, is not permitted to any Ramp events.
- Conform to curfew policy: interns under 25 years old must be in their residences by 12:00 a.m. on all nights. Any extension of curfew must be approved. Exceptions apply during Ramp gatherings.
Failure to comply with the code of conduct will result in immediate action in the following disciplinary procedure:
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- Personal meeting and accountability with leadership.
- Resistance to correction will result in 30 days probation or possible dismissal.
- Lack of improvement during probationary period will result in immediate dismissal.
