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IMB short-term service programs

[ Journeyman ] [ ISC ] [ Masters ] [ Up ]

The Journeyman, ISC and Masters Programs are parallel channels of service. The application process is the same for all three. You will be asked at the screening conference to choose which program you will move through the remainder of the process. If you meet all of the journeyman requirements, we urge you to move through that track.

Journeyman Program - Go

Twenty-something
Two year assignments, may extend up to three years
Single, never married, college graduates

International Service Corps - Go

Two year assignment, may be up to three years
Open to singles, couples and families
Education or experience to do the job

Masters Program - Go

Two or three years only, declared up front
Age 50 and older
Same basic requirements as ISC

Long-term Missions - Go

Long-term missionary candidates are appointed as apprentice missionaries, who must work closely with the candidate consultant for their state.

Or you may call the IMB initial contacts office - (888) 422-6461

 

Get started in the application process - Research assignments online

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