Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Crossroads Project?
A: Crossroads is a ten-week summer internship with Campus Crusade for Christ and Zero Canvas that allows students to develop their relationship with God while improving their professional skills.

Q: What projects do Crossroads student-interns work on?
A: The main project is planning the theme for IndyCC and designing brochures, posters, videos, etc. for it. You will also have other creative projects for our 25 local campus ministry teams that will involve any number of your skills and interests.

Q: Can I receive internship credit for the summer?
A: That depends on your university. Crossroads is unique from other summer projects offered through Campus Crusade for Christ because it allows students to develop professional skills as well as their walk with the Lord. It is, however, and unpaid internship. That said, we will give you internship credit if your school allows it.

Q: How much does it cost?
A: The project cost is about $3300, which covers housing, events, and materials. It does not cover travel, food, and entertainment. We encourage you to raise the money to cover these costs, and we’ll help you learn how. Students can raise above their project cost to pay for food and transportation.

Q: Which majors should apply?
A: We’re looking for students with skills in:
• Computer programming
• Creative writing
• English
• Finance/Accounting
• Graphic design
• Journalism
• Photojournalism/Photography
• Public relations and marketing
• Video production and editing
• Web design/devlopment

Q: How do I apply?
A: Complete an application and send a portfolio of your work to Ryan.Strandt@uscm.org.

Q: What does a typical day look like?
A: Students will work in the office from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Some work days will include discipleship time, devotionals, and a Bible study. After work, the evenings will include time for training in spiritual disciplines and building deeper relationships with the other people on project. Like other projects with Campus Crusade for Christ, sharing the gospel is an important part of the summer.

Q: What housing is available?
A: Students will live in furnished apartments in close proximity to the office.