Students are responsible for obtaining the necessary funds to cover the expenses of their internship. This internship takes place during the break between the student's first and second year of study. The Vocational Internship normally takes place during the school break before a student's final year. Students spend a minimum of six to eight weeks working under the supervision of a professional Christian worker who is doing well what the learner aspires to do. For example, students who are in the Teaching and Exposition emphasis of the M. Div . program may work under the supervision of a teacher.
Requirements vary according to each degree program and major.
An individualized contract is negotiated between the student, EAST , and the supervisor. The internship may not be served until such a contract is approved by the Director of Field Education. Part-time students should plan ahead when and where they will be doing their Internship. It is suggested that M. A. students should complete their Vocational Internship by or before the start of their fourth year of study and M. Div .