FAQs

Over 150+ young adults have completed a summer of service term with Project Transformation Rio Texas. After hearing their questions, we assume you may have some of the same. Please, don’t hesitate to call us at (210) 984-8630 if you need any further information or would like to get in contact with a young adult who has participated in the experience before.

Summer Internship FAQs

• Is this a paid position?
• Yes. Potential earnings scale from $3,400 to $3,900 depending on position based on a 40 hour work week. Total compensation package includes housing, meals, training, gear, and other benefits.
• What documents do I need to be hired?
• An I-9 will need to be completed in the hiring process. More information can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/i-9-paper-version.pdf
• Can I take a summer class or have an additional job while serving with Project Transformation Rio Texas?
• During their summer of service, young adults must have approval from Project Transformation for summer school or another job. If a major requires an internship or field placement hours, PT oftentimes meets those requirements. Please note this on the application and contact us with questions.
• Do I get any time off?
• Yes, each week, young adults have Friday afternoon to Sunday mornings as personal/community time.
• Do we get the 4th of July off?
• Yes. We observe the July 4th holiday.
• What if I don’t have a home church?
• Having a home church has no bearing on your participation as a candidate. However, PT is strongly supported by churches throughout South Texas, and you may be linked to a partner church here to support you during your summer at PT.
• Does Project Transformation provide transportation to/from intern housing and the church sites?
• Project Transformation encourages carpooling and will have designated individuals drive their teams. PT will then reimburse those individuals for mileage.
• Can I bring my musical instrument or art supplies with me?
• Yes, please do! Your instruments and art supplies will be a great asset to the community.
• Are housing and meals provided?
• Yes, young adults live together in free housing provided by Project Transformation (possible exception only for Georgetown, TX). Community stipend allotted to buy groceries and self-serve breakfast items. Interns are encouraged to pack their own lunch during program days while at camp. Volunteer groups from our partner churches provide dinners on Mon.–Wed. evenings and stay to share in the fellowship with our young adults. You will be responsible for providing your own food during your time off (Thursday afternoon – Sunday).
• Where will I live? Will I have a roommate?
• Young adults lives together in Christian community. You will be assigned a roommate(s).
• What do I need to bring?
• A complete packing list is provided upon your acceptance, but plan to bring bedding for a twin-size bed, bathroom supplies, casual clothes to wear each day at site (including gym shoes), a wrist watch, church clothes, swimsuit, and sunscreen.
• What items should I not bring for the summer?
• Do not bring mini refrigerators, microwaves, TVs, or candles.
• Do I have to attend my site church worship service each Sunday?
• Yes. Attending church at your site is a great way to engage with the congregation, and be exposed to the complete urban church experience. This is also an opportunity to take on a worship role, by leading the children’s sermon, a prayer, music, etc. Your presence in the church service encourages our program’s participating children and youth to attend church as well.
• Can I bring my cell phone?
• Yes, cell phones are permitted. However, cell phones use is not permitted during program hours, to ensure the safety and engagement of the children.
• Will I have Internet access?
• Yes.
• Can I get time off for weddings, special circumstances, etc? How should I request it?
• You must make a request to the Project Transformation Young Adult Development Director.
• Can my friends/family visit me at the house or program site?
• Yes, family and friends are encouraged to volunteer at the site. They also may tour your housing, and be dinner volunteers. However, it is important that PT housing be a place of community for the young adults. We do not permit guests to stay overnight.