The Upper House Internship Program is a paid opportunity designed to foster both the professional and spiritual development of undergraduate students. Interns work closely with our foundation staff in specialized roles, helping to create high-quality events that serve the university and Madison’s broader leadership community.

An Upper House internship is more than just a job—it’s a mentorship experience. You’ll develop transferable skills in a professional setting while gaining insight into event production and the operations of a growing nonprofit ministry.
This is not a run-and-get-coffee scenario (though we will show you how to make a great pot for our events). It’s a systems-creating, purpose-forming, résumé-building, faith-deepening kind of experience. Our team also has plenty of fun along the way.

More than most campus jobs, Upper House internships immerse students in a dynamic environment that cultivates service-minded leadership, collaborative teamwork, and meaningful connections with local leaders.

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The Communications Intern focuses on the outward presentation of the Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation —creatively connecting university audiences with initiatives. Mentored by the Director of Marketing & Communications, interns gain experience in documenting events, planning brand promotions, and providing guest services. (See full job description) 

The Hospitality Intern focuses on the Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation  guest experience—planning and implementing the spectrum of logistics in event management. Mentored by the Hospitality & Guest Services Manager, interns gain holistic experience in forming meaningful gatherings, hosting speakers, and providing guest services. (See full job description)

The Lumen Center Intern focuses on the administrative in’s and out’s of launching a new Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation initiative. Mentored by Manager of Academic Programs, interns gain practical experience in preparing materials for meetings and gatherings, collecting data for a CRM database, maintaining the Center’s website, and providing guest services. (See full job description)

The Media Intern focuses on digital content that keeps the Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation programs “evergreen”—recording events, editing videos and producing podcasts. Mentored by the Director of Technology & Media, interns gain hands-on experience in media creation, production platforms, and guest services. (See full job description)

“As I go into a career of ministry, I’m grateful for this experience [of interning at Upper House]. It forces me to ask myself, am I truly living out my faith in all circumstances?”

“As we work together on projects or prepare for meetings, we are growing in our professional development and in our friendships. The intern team makes work fun!”

“As an Upper House intern, you will be part of a loving, dedicated, and highly knowledgeable team committed to your spiritual and professional growth. It is truly inspiring to work alongside nationally recognized leaders who not only excel in their fields but also take the time to mentor and support me, even in answering my simplest questions.”

“From my very first day to every day after, I’ve been in for a surprise. I’m constantly surrounded and filled by people who exude love and joy. I’ve learned and seen what it means to serve more like Jesus out of genuine hospitality and intentional care for everyone who enters the space. And to top it all off, I’ve had a blast doing it.”

“My role as a Hospitality Intern at Upper House has provided me with a space to grow in both my professional skills and spiritual development. Upper House approaches hospitality with a wholistic view that has taught me how living with a spirit of hospitality is one way to love others how Jesus would.”