Pioneers exists to mentor and mobilise this generation to passionately follow Jesus, and discover their role in God’s mission to the unreached. If you want to take the next big step in faith, our Missions Internship in South Asia might be for you.

During the internship, you will serve alongside field workers, using evangelism and discipleship strategies that can lead to churches starting among unreached peoples. You will start to learn a new language and culture, and grow in your understanding of God’s call on your life, and of the needs among unreached peoples and places.

Come join us in reaching the remaining unreached people groups here in South Asia!

Trip length:

Full track: 4 weeks

Express track: 2 weeks

Upcoming Dates:

Application Cut-off Date: September 21 2025

Online Pre-Field Meetings (required for all interns): TBC

Full: December 27 2025 – January 25 2026 (arriving in South Asia December 27, leaving South Asia January 25)

Express: December 27 2025 – January 10 2026 (arriving in South Asia December 27, leaving South Asia January 10)

Cost:

One-time AUD $100 application fee.
$100/day while in South Asia.

Costs are approximate and include all accommodation, interpreters, transportation and meals.
Airfares not included.

Full and Express Track itineraries can be found here

What’s involved?

Complete the application process with Pioneers.
Pre-trip preparation by the Pioneers team.
Small tour of cultural sites.
Culture and ministry briefing and training.
2-3 ministry trips focussed on coal-face evangelism in strategic areas (aided by local interpreters).
Debriefings between ministry trips and at the end, including vision for unreached people groups.

Full and Express Track itineraries can be found here

FAQs

Does it involve a lot of physical activity?

You should be prepared for some walking through hilly areas, including steep ascents, and narrow dirt paths. We recommend getting and staying in decent physical shape before coming on the trip.

Depending on the time of year and specific ministry location, you may also experience high or low temperatures (up to 35°C or down to 0°C).

I’m not exactly a mountaineering expert – can I still come?

Yes! You won’t be doing advanced or particularly risky climbing during the internship.

What if I can’t make the dates of the upcoming trips?

If your church or campus group would like to send a team at another time, please note that in our contact form and we will be in touch.

Do I have to organise accommodation and transportation myself?

No, all accommodation and transportation during the internship will be arranged for you.
However, you will be arranging your own flights to and from South Asia.