GO Intern in Ecuador @ Amazon Villages

Church Planting & Ministry Support Internship – Ecuador 

This internship is an opportunity to support church planting efforts of Pato and Andrea Leon and assist local ministry in rural and indigenous communities throughout Ecuador. Interns will work alongside national pastors and missionaries, contributing to evangelistic outreach and discipleship in a variety of ministry settings. 

Your role will vary based on your gifts and interests, with opportunities in: 

• Evangelism & discipleship 
• Preaching or teaching 
• Children’s ministry 
• Women’s ministry 
• Music & worship leadership 

Interns will travel with ministry leaders to local village churches, serving in their area of focus. Sundays are typically full days of church involvement, and many evenings throughout the week are also dedicated to ministry activities. 

Examples of intern responsibilities: 

• Teaching Bible clubs and Sunday school for children 
• Leading worship and teaching music in church services 
• Preaching and teaching in small churches or Bible studies 
• Visiting homes for evangelism, prayer, conflict resolution, or to encourage the sick 

There will also be periodic trips into jungle regions to share the gospel and support existing groups of believers—an incredible way to see how the gospel is spreading among Ecuador's indigenous populations. 
As interns grow in Spanish and cultural understanding, they may have the opportunity to develop their own ministry initiatives in partnership with local leaders. 
This internship is ideal for individuals with a heart for cross-cultural ministry, a willingness to serve in humble and diverse settings, and a desire to see the Church grow in hard-to-reach areas of Ecuador. 

This internship is available May-August.

Location: Macas, Ecuador 

The internship is based in Macas, a small city located on the edge of Ecuador’s Amazon jungle. Surrounded by lush, green high jungle, the climate is humid and temperate year-round, with temperatures ranging from 60–80°F—though it can get hotter deeper into the jungle. 
Spanish is the primary language spoken in the region, though among the older indigenous communities, Shuar is also commonly spoken. The population of the area is a mix of mestizos, indigenous Shuar, and smaller groups of Quichua and Achuar people—especially in more remote jungle areas. 
While Macas offers many modern conveniences, it’s just a short trip to rural jungle villages where access to electricity, clean water, and other resources is limited. Over 70 years ago, the gospel was brought to these jungle communities, but much of that initial mission work has faded. Today, hundreds of villages remain without a consistent gospel presence—highlighting the urgent need for renewed ministry and discipleship efforts in these areas. 
This internship offers the unique opportunity to live in a culturally rich, spiritually needy region—serving both in the city and in remote areas still waiting to hear the good news of Jesus. 

Accommodations:  

Housing is typically in a private apartment, offering a comfortable and independent living space.