Why Telluride?

Telluride, Colorado is a breathtaking mountain town tucked deep in the San Juan Mountains, known for its world-class skiing, endless hiking trails, waterfalls, and the kind of scenery that feels almost unreal. While the beauty and adventure attract visitors year-round, the heartbeat of the town is its seasonal workforce—young adults who come from across the country and the world to work as lift operators, ski instructors, baristas, servers, guides, and retail staff.

They are adventurous, passionate, and eager to experience mountain life, yet often face real challenges: high costs of living, crowded housing, unpredictable work, and the ups and downs of being far from home. These are the young adults you will work alongside, live with, and share your faith with.

Program Overview

The Beacon Summer Residency is designed to give young adults the opportunity to live out their faith and build trust in the marketplace—essentially earning the right to be heard. By working alongside people from diverse backgrounds, residents gain real-world experience in living out faith and caring for people.

At the same time we work closely with The Alpine Chapel here in Telluride. The church comes alongside each resident with encouragement, discipleship, development, and resources to equip them further in their walk and witness. Residents are trained by members of Alpine Chapel and Beacon who are gifted leaders and practitioners in Leadership, Spiritual Growth, Faithful Work, Marketplace Ministry, Financial Stewardship, Evangelism, and Vocational Ministry. Many families will also likely reach out to you and invite you over to dinners and events during your time with us.

Residency Dates

May 15 – Aug 15 (flexible depending on school and resort schedule)

Job Opportunities & Housing

• Each resident secures a job at Telluride Ski Resort (retail, bike park, golf course, hotel concierge, grounds crew, ropes course, restaurants, etc.).
  

• Once a seasonal job is secured, residents apply for housing through Telluride Ski Resort—this is a prerequisite for participation in the internship.
  

• Volunteer opportunities are also available at Alpine Chapel (youth, worship team, tech team, photography, social media etc.) depending on fit.

Schedule

• Work: 30–40 hours per week at the resort.

• Sundays: Attend church services, plus post-service classes.

• Tuesday Evenings: Participate in young adults meetings and training

• Thursday Evenings: Pickleball Outreach Nights

• Friday Evenings: Friday Feast Nights, Volleyball Etc

Classes

Residents participate in Sunday seminars focused on faith, leadership, and practical discipleship from Community Mentors. Classes include:

• Faith in the Marketplace
  

• God and Finances
  

• Spiritual Growth Plans
  

• Evangelism and Relational Witness
  

• Leadership in the Marketplace
  

• Work as Worship / Ministry
  

• Biblical Study and Resources

Mentors

Each intern is paired with a mentor who meets weekly for encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth.

Outcomes for Residents

Residents will:

• Gain experience living out the gospel in a complex, non-Christian environment with the support of the local church.
  

• Be challenged to work hard, live with integrity, be a curious listener, and model Christ-like behavior in work, recreation, church, and community life.
  

• Benefit from one-on-one mentoring, fellowship, class time, and meaningful roles in Telluride’s community and at Alpine Chapel.
  

• Engage with experienced leaders in vocational ministry, business leadership, marketplace ministry, and lifestyle evangelism.
  

• Study and apply key principles of discipleship, leadership, financial stewardship, servant leadership, and evangelism.
  

• Build strong relationships and earn stellar references from church and community leaders.
  

• Enjoy the stunning beauty of Telluride.
  

• Save money by working through a summer season.
  
  

Application Deadline

We are currently taking applications and will continue to review until positions are filled.

Application Link