Your Future Awaits

Use the skills and passions God gave you to reach the world and cover the
last mile of missions.

Upcoming Cohorts

Cohort Mike

Application Deadline: August 31, 2025

Offer Letters Sent: September–November 2025

Fellowship Begins: January 12, 2026

Commissioning Ceremony: December 10, 2026

Cohort November

Application Deadline: January 31, 2026

Offer Letters Sent: March–May 2026

Fellowship Begins: July 13, 2026

Commissioning Ceremony: June 10, 2026

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Where Do You Fit?

We provide Fellowship opportunities in a number of areas. Check out your options below!

Accounting

The accounting team carries out daily operations and larger-scale projects that keep our finances in order. They specialize in not-for-profit accounting, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system conversion and accounting procedures and best practices.

Aviation Management

Aviation management works closely with staff from all aviation sections to help manage the aviation programs at the JAARS Base and future Aviation hubs.

Aviation Training

This team ensures that pilots around the world have the knowledge and hands-on experience to thrive in their unique contexts as well as comply with aviation standards.

Global Operations

The Global Operations team receives project and program proposals from global partner organizations. They develop future JAARS hubs to support partner organizations by providing transportation solutions and training to cover the last mile of missions.

Hardware Engineering

This department innovates ways to improve safety by designing parts to increase the utilization and efficiency of mission transportation.

Human Resources

Human Resources supports JAARS through talent acquisition and guarding good workplace practices.

Information and Digital Technologies

This team services desktops, laptops, servers, networking, WiFi, project management, systems support, and systems analysis and documentation at the JAARS Base.

Land and Sea Operations

Through boat, 4WD and motorcycle safety training, Land and Sea Operations ensure workers on the field travel safely. They also maintain and repair training fleet vessels and vehicles.

Marketing

The Marketing team develops and executes marketing plans and strategies to increase awareness of JAARS through content creation and media campaigns across a diversity of platforms.

Museum

Our museum shares the history of both JAARS and Bible translation with the public. The team carries out day-to-day operations, maintains the current museum collection, plans and installs new exhibits, and designs and implements museum programming to create an engaging experience.

Purchasing and Logistics

The Purchasing and Logistics team manages the supply chain through purchasing, contracts, inventory, and shipping and receiving. Through Purchasing and Logistics, the rest of JAARS has the physical resources needed to cover the last mile of missions.

Recruitment

The Recruitment team promotes JAARS through events and one-on-one conversations with recruits. They discover untapped talent, drive organizational growth and strive to reduce barriers and ease burdens to serving at JAARS. They do that by attracting candidates, evaluating skills, sharing a clear JAARS message and maintaining strong relationships with recruits.

Software Development

This team at JAARS is developing and supporting our FlightSpan app, an aviation platform built specifically for mission aviators and others flying in remote environments. Areas of service include developing, troubleshooting, and testing new features and bug reports.

Training

The Training department interacts with the entire JAARS Base and partners around the globe, providing training relating to workplace culture, cross-cultural communication, multi-generational teams and spiritual vitality.

Investing in Our Fellows

Fellows contribute highly toward our organization’s vision and mission during their fellowship. In return, JAARS values investing in our fellows. We do that through providing high quality professional, personal and spiritual development, as well as prioritizing growing in biblical community.

During their time with JAARS, fellows will:

  • Contribute to the global Christian movement by serving in key roles within JAARS
  • Meet regularly with their professional coach to talk about their career goals, development goals, projects, etc.
  • Gain work experience to complement their education and experiences
  • Increase competence and confidence in their professional and leadership abilities
  • Network with other professionals in their field
  • Explore their personal calling, strengths and possible contributions to the kingdom of God

During their time with JAARS, fellows will:

  • Meet regularly with their spiritual coach; historically, some coaches and coachees have done Bible studies, prayed together, eaten meals together, or simply sat with one another and talked about life
  • Deepen their relationship with God, bringing his Word and truth into every facet of their lives
  • Practice regular spiritual disciplines
  • Attend monthly life skills training (a.k.a. Life Hacks that include everything from vehicle maintenance to budgeting to active listening)
  • Practice positive interpersonal skills
  • Increase cultural awareness
  • Develop lifelong relationships

During their time with JAARS, fellows will:

  • Gather weekly as a cohort—playing games, eating lunch or dinner together, or simply sitting and talking with one another
  • Live in community in the same apartment building on the JAARS Base
  • Discover Waxhaw, Charlotte, and the surrounding areas with their JAARS Fellows community through outings such as: 

    - Apple picking in the North Carolina mountains
    - A beach trip to the North or South Carolina coast
    - Experiencing a favorite local sport at the Lancaster Motor Speedway
    - International food cook-off
    - Orienteering
    - Tubing down the river
    - Aerial tour in a JAARS airplane or helicopter

Our Hiring Process

1

Prayer

Before application season, our team goes to the Lord in prayer and asks that he would lead the right candidates to apply and that the team would honor him with their selection.

2

Post and Review

The job gets posted on various sites including the JAARS website and Handshake, among others. We then work to review all applications and resumes submitted. Applications are submitted through our applicant tracking system (ATS). Applicants select the position they are most interested in, create an account in our ATS, and complete the application. If more than one position is of interest, there is a place on the application to mark a second and third position preference.

3

Screen and First Interview

After the team reviews and screens candidates, they invite qualified applicants to an initial video interview with the current Human Resources Fellow. The purpose of the interview is to assess competencies and cultural fit, among other considerations, and explore specific department options.

4

Reference Checks

If a candidate has a successful first interview, the Human Resources Fellow conducts checks with the references provided on the candidate’s application.

5

Explore and Assign Departments

With gathered information from the first interview and the reference checks, the team then determines the best department to match the applicant’s skills.

6

Second Interview

We then pass along qualified candidates to the hiring manager for further review and a second-round Zoom interview. This interview includes the interviewee, Fellows Coordinator and hiring manager.

7

Offer Letter

Once those references and interviews are completed, the Fellows Admin Team, along with hiring managers, decide which candidates to invite to join JAARS Fellows. Official offer letters are sent to six candidates for each cohort. Candidates typically have one to two weeks to respond to offer letters.

8

Offer Acceptance and Onboarding

Once a candidate accepts their offer, the current HR Fellow coordinates the completion of the criminal background check and all onboarding paperwork. New fellows then stay attentive to correspondence from the HR Fellow and Fellows Coordinator as their start date approaches.

Our hiring process takes anywhere from 30–120 days. The process varies for individuals depending on the position, candidate pool, applicant date and the cohort for which a candidate is applying.

Hear From Past Fellows

Don't take our word for it! Here's a glimpse of what past fellows had to say about their time at JAARS.
"I quickly found myself getting excited about the work JAARS is doing and was really encouraged by how well JAARS is bringing in young people and not only investing in their growth, but also valuing what we bring to the table."
Jonathan
Cohort Hotel
"This is a great way to be in community while gaining professional experience and exploring different career paths within missions."
Brandy
Cohort Juliett
"The Fellows program is a great jumping off point for wherever the Lord may be leading you. It offers professional and spiritual development, and also a community of people to learn from."
Hayley
Cohort Bravo

Take Your Next Step

If you're ready to take a next step, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today or reach out to a member of our team for any additional questions.

Fellows FAQs

Details & Eligibility FAQs

Who is eligible to become a fellow?
Recent graduates, graduate students, and business professionals are eligible to apply for fellowships. Qualifications for all fellows positions include:

- Biblical Christ-follower
- Value global ministry
- Completion of an accredited post-secondary degree (preferred, though equivalent experience such as: completing YWAM Discipleship Training School, University of the Nations, Master’s Commission or similar real-life experience may be considered)
- Learner attitude
- Collaborative
- Agreement with the JAARS vision, mission, core values, and what we believe vision, mission, core values, and what we believe
Is housing included?
Fellows are required to live in housing on the JAARS Base. Housing is not included in compensation. Monthly rent is $100, including utilities, internet and laundry facilities. Singles are assigned to a 2-bedroom, 2-bath (or 2-bedroom, 1-bath) apartment with one roommate or a 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with no roommate. This depends on the number of Fellows in the cohort and available housing units. Married fellows work directly with JAARS housing to find a unit that works for the needs of their family. All apartments are fully equipped with furniture (including a small TV, but not a DVD player), linens (sheets and towels) and kitchen supplies.
Are Fellows paid?
Yes! Fellows are compensated $12 per hour.
What are the benefits of the fellowship?
Fellows are eligible for health insurance benefits and receive 10 PTO (paid time off) days, approximately 10 sick days, and paid holidays (approximately 8). Additional benefits for fellows includes life skills training (a.k.a. Life Hacks).
What will a typical work schedule look like?
All fellows positions are full-time (40 hours per week). Most positions work 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with an hour for lunch. However, work schedules vary for certain positions that require involvement in evening and weekend programs.

Applicant FAQs

What is JAARS looking for in candidates?
A JAARS Fellows candidate must be a believer with a deep and growing relationship with God, agree to the JAARS statement of faith, and embrace the vision and mission of JAARS. Beyond that, we require an Associates or Bachelor’s degree (or life/experience equivalent – i.e. YWAM Discipleship Training School, relevant work experience, etc.) and a learner attitude.
What is the benefits package like for JAARS Fellows?
Beyond the $12 per hour compensation, the Fellows benefits package includes paid holidays, sick days and vacation days. Health insurance is also available for those who need it. Additional benefits include community outings and life hacks (life skills classes).
Beyond the work hours, what is expected of Fellows?
Fellows are expected to participate in one life hack and one outing a month. This is approximately 6 hours per month outside of work hours. Fellows spend 1-2 hours per week in intentional community time with their cohort(s). This time could include games, food, conversation, etc.
What requirements are part of work hours/paid time?
All one-hour spiritual coaching and professional coaching times are during work hours. Life hacks and outings are not part of paid time but will enhance your overall experience as a Fellow.
How will my role as a fellow contribute to the mission and vision of JAARS?
All Fellows help departments at JAARS fulfill crucial roles that will in turn support mission workers overseas. Each position contributes to the vision and mission of JAARS in different ways. This is a great topic to discuss in the second interview with the hiring manager.
Are there any opportunities for fellows to become staff members post-internship?
Yes. Historically, we have had approximately 39% of fellows join JAARS staff after the completion of their fellowship. Some of those have filled short-term roles, while others have filled long-term staff roles. If there is an interest in staying at JAARS after the fellowship, fellows are encouraged to discuss potential opportunities with their supervisor/professional coach and the HR Director.
When will I know if I have been accepted?
After you have gone through an initial interview, you will be invited to a Hiring Manager interview where, if the HR team and hiring manager feel confident in you as the top choice, you will receive a formal offer letter to join JAARS Fellows.
What do I do after I have been accepted to Fellows?
Celebrate this exciting, new step. Also, complete all of the onboarding paperwork that is sent to you by the HR Fellow and Fellows Coordinator. If you have any questions about that paperwork, reach out via phone or email.

Fellow Life and Culture FAQs

What are the accommodations in my apartment?
Fellows rent fully-furnished apartments at the JAARS Base. Usually these are shared, and each person has their own room and bathroom. Apartments include a kitchen, cooking appliances, living room, one or two bedrooms, and one or two bathrooms. Monthly rent is $100, including utilities, internet and laundry facilities.
What should I bring with me when I move to JAARS?
Apartments are fully furnished, so only bring what you really need, such as clothes and personal supplies. Decorations can also never hurt! Check out photos and a video walkthrough of one of the two bedroom, two bath apartments at this link.
What are some community building activities involved in Fellows?
Fellows participate in approximately one life hack per month to add various life skills to their repertoires. We also do approximately one fun outing every other month. These are just the scheduled activities; you will have plenty of time for recreational community building activities with your cohort.
Am I responsible for my own meals?
With the exception of occasional meals during outings and life hacks, fellows are responsible for their own meals. To encourage community, fellows are asked to eat meals together often. Campus housing is equipped with a kitchen that includes pots, pans, dishes and utensils.
Where is my mail delivered?
While you are at JAARS, you will use the following addresses:
Letters:
JAARS/Fellows
Your Name
PO Box 248
Waxhaw, NC 28173

Packages:
JAARS/Fellows
Your Name
7601 Radin Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
Do I need a car?
The JAARS Center is located about 6 miles from Waxhaw, North Carolina, and 10 miles from Lancaster, South Carolina. While a car is not required for JAARS Fellows, most people find it helpful to bring their own car.
What is it like to live in the Waxhaw area?
JAARS is located 30 minutes south of the outer beltway of Charlotte, North Carolina, and 20 minutes from Lancaster, South Carolina. We are 10 minutes from Main Street in downtown Waxhaw.

JAARS is located on a beautiful 500+ acre rural campus with recreational areas and a swimming pool, library, dining room, health clinic, RV Park, childcare facilities and youth ministries. In the community, one can find game night groups, volleyball groups, Bible studies as well as other special events.

Waxhaw, North Carolina, is a family-friendly, historic, small town, surrounded by a natural backdrop of rolling hills, horse country, and outdoor recreation. It has creative and performing arts, vibrant music, antiques and good old-fashioned parades.

Lancaster, South Carolina, is also a historic, small town with a state university campus, shopping areas, several festivals and events, as well as a Christmas parade each year.
What recreational activities are there in the Waxhaw area?
Recreational activities in the Waxhaw area include escape rooms, mini golf, beautiful parks, delicious places to eat and much more! Here are some examples of what is in the area:

- Cane Creek Park – biking, walking, kayaking, picnicking
- Charlotte
- Crowders Mountain State Park
- Andrew Jackson State Park
- Rock Hill Riverwalk
- 40 Acre Rock Heritage Park
- Anne Springs Close Greenway
- Six Mile Creek Greenway
- Mini-Golf
- Historic Brattonsville
What does spiritual development look like on a practical level?
You will be paired with a spiritual coach who will get to know you and disciple you into a more mature follower of Christ as you meet together each week. You'll also get to attend seminars throughout your fellowship on the biblical foundation for missions, where you'll grow in your understanding of God's heart for all nations and peoples.
What does professional development look like on a practical level?
You'll meet weekly with a professional coach (usually your manager), who will give you guidance on various aspects of your tasks/projects. Your professional coach will also talk with you about your areas of interest, professional goals, and future plans, and will help provide networking opportunities for you in your field. Additionally, you will take the Highlands Ability Battery and receive career advisement from a Highlands consultant.
Tell me more about the Highlands Ability Battery.
The Highlands Ability Battery (HAB) is an online assessment tool that objectively measures your natural abilities by asking you to perform specific tasks or exercises. As part of the Highlands Whole Person Model, the HAB is the foundation and starting point to identify the career best suited for you.

The HAB is unique in that it measures your abilities based on performance rather than perception. Exercises such as recreating designs from memory, manipulating blocks in space, and putting images in logical sequence are some of the virtual tasks you are asked to perform within a set amount of time. Results based on timed performance are far more reliable than results based on self-perception or personal opinion. Read more here.

Wycliffe Live Webinar

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