Professional Experience Designed for YOU

The Upper House Internship Program is a paid opportunity designed for undergraduate students’ professional and spiritual development. Interns work directly with the foundation staff team, in specialized roles, to create high-quality events for the university and Madison leadership community.

An Upper House internship is not just a job, it is mentorship. You will develop transferrable skills in a professional environment and gain experience in the daily operations of a growing nonprofit ministry and every dimension of event production.

This is not a run-and-get-coffee scenario (though we’ll teach you how to make coffee for our events). This is a systems-creating…purpose-forming…resume-building…faith-enhancing…bring-out-the-business-casual scenario.

Plus, our team has a good bit of fun on the side.  

More than most campus work opportunities, Upper House internships usher students into a dynamic atmosphere that encourages growth in service-driven leadership, healthy team building, and networking with local leaders.

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Applications are NOW open for the 2025-26 academic year!
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Positions for 2025-26 Academic Year

Undergraduate interns are hired for specialized roles—listed below—and can expect to work 9-15 hours/week.  

Communications Internship

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) 

Hospitality Internship

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 Internship  

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)

Media Internship

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)

Technology Internship (2 year commitment preferred)

The Technology Intern focuses on the audio and visual production that enables all the live Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation events—providing tech support for programs and staff. Mentored by the Director of Technology & Media, interns gain tangible experience in AV production, technology operations, and guest services. (See full job description)
*What's the difference between the Media and Technology Internships? If you picture an event, Media would be photography, post-production, and posted content; Technology would be microphones, lights, and live-streaming.

Intern Accolades

Zach, 2020

“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?”

Lynsey, 2021

“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!”

Clay, 2025

“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.”

Saron, 2022

“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.”

Courtney, 2023

“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.”