This summer, step into something bigger than yourself.

At the John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation, we believe legacy is not just something we remember—it’s something we live. Rooted in faith, justice, and reconciliation, our Summer Arts Camp is an opportunity to invest in the next generation while growing as a leader, servant, and person of purpose.

Why This Internship Matters

You are standing on the shoulders of those who came before you—men and women who chose courage, faith, and love in the face of adversity.

Now it’s your turn.

This internship is more than a summer experience. It’s an invitation to:

  • Live out your faith in tangible ways
  • Build meaningful relationships with children and community
  • Use your gifts and talents to inspire and uplift
  • Be part of creating a Beloved Community in Jackson, Mississippi

What You’ll Do

As a Summer Arts Camp Intern, you will:

  • Mentor and engage with children in a safe, joyful environment
  • Lead or assist in creative activities (art, music, sports, storytelling, etc.)
  • Support daily camp operations and programming
  • Build authentic relationships rooted in dignity, respect, and love
  • Help create a space where every child feels seen, valued, and celebrated

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for college students and young leaders who are:

  • Passionate about faith, justice, and community
  • Willing to serve with humility and consistency
  • Creative, flexible, and eager to learn
  • Committed to showing up and making a difference

You don’t have to have everything figured out.

You just have to be willing to show up.

Join Us

Don’t just remember the legacy.
Be part of it.

Come to Jackson.
Come serve.
Come build something that matters.

Together, let’s honor the shoulders we stand on—
and glorify God in all we do.

APPLY TODAY