InterVarsity Link
Want to serve students around the world?
Engage students globally with Jesus Christ by serving under local leadership where it's needed most.
Our Mission
We serve on international campuses worldwide
We recognize the complexity of international ministry work, and partner to restore lives to Jesus Christ in over 180 countries and territories worldwide.
Partner with local leaders
We work alongside local leaders to build meaningful, contextually relevant partnerships that respect culture, language, and ministry vision.
Empower ministry locally
We support and strengthen local ministries by equipping them with the resources and tools they need to thrive in their own context.
Transform lives through Scripture
We help students build a strong foundation in Scripture, guiding them to live out lasting transformation in their personal and spiritual lives.
Foster community and fellowship
We cultivate a supportive, prayerful community where students grow together, worship together, and encourage one another in faith.
Application
Here's the process to serve with Link
The process to join our global team is clear and supported at every stage. We’ll guide you through everything from application to readiness as you prepare to go.
1
Decide
Talk with a Link Mentor and discover which global opportunity is right for you. Continue the process by scheduling an initial call with one of our Link Team members, completing the preliminary application, and praying with your community.
Interest form
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Prepare
Support raising starts during the application, and can take anywhere from months to a year. We provide coaching and training for you, and connect you with a staff coordinator to assist with training, support, and formation from application to placement.
3
Go!
You’ll move to your new location and dive in with language learning, getting to know your new city, and starting to understand your new ministry context. You’ll finally begin working with staff and students, together sharing the message of Jesus Christ.
Apply
Discover the role that’s right for you
Explore ministry opportunities tailored to ignite your passion and fuel your growth. With a diverse range of programs, there are placements where you can make a lasting impact.
Apprenticeship
One year of cross-cultural service that will change your life forever.
Who should apply
3rd and 4th year students, and recent graduates.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Do life and ministry in community with students on campus.
- Develop and refine evangelism, cross cultural, and leadership skills while growing in personal spiritual formation.
- Discern a long-term call to global ministry.
Placement
- Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Armenia
- Serbia
- Guam (coming in fall 2026)
Bi-vocational
Serve cross-culturally while working part-time or obtaining your degree.
Who should apply
Graduate students studying abroad and those considering bi-vocational work internationally.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop language and cultural skills in placement country.
- As a graduate student, seek ways to be “salt and light” in the university to fellow students and faculty.
- As part time staff, partner with students and staff in evangelism, Bible Study, prayer, worship, and acts of service.
Placement
Openings vary by specific needs each region has year to year.
Connect with us to learn more about the current opportunities!
Ministry Builder
Develop, equip, and empower students in a cross-cultural context.
Who should apply
Campus ministers with 5+ years of experience
Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop language and cultural skills in placement country.
- Partner with students and staff in evangelism, Bible Study, prayer, worship, and acts of service.
- Provide spiritual mentorship and direction to student leaders and staff.
Placement
Openings vary by specific needs each region has year to year. Connect with us to learn more about the current opportunities!
Ministry Planter
Work cross-culturally to plant ministry alongside local leadership.
Who should apply
Campus ministers with 5+ years of experience and with new ministry planting experience
Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop language and cultural skills in placement country.
- Gather students and form ministries on campuses where no ministry exists.
- Identify, mentor, disciple, train and supervise student leaders.
Placement
Openings vary by specific needs each region has year to year.
Connect with us to learn more about the current opportunities!
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