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Join a community of missional goers
Experience the pre-field journey in community with other missionaries through orientation & spiritual formation cohorts and group cross-cultural training.
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Discern where God is calling you
Whether you already know where you feel called or you’re open to various placements, our team will coach you on finding a location to serve in that’s a good fit.
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Be trained for maximum fruitfulness & sustainability on the field
Prepare to thrive overseas by developing your skills in Language Acquisition, Cross-Cultural Ministry, Spiritual Formation, Biblical Literacy, Proficiency in Fundraising, and more through UWM’s courses and 1-1 trainings.
The Process
We are committed to walking with you as friends on the journey. Here’s a glimpse of
the process to become a missionary with United World Mission!
Discovery Call
Application & Placement
Interview & Appointment
Pre-Field Training
WHY THE NATIONS?
The gospel changes everything.
How people wrestle with grief, understand love & human dignity, marry, work, raise kids and ultimately live eternally is all impacted completely by surrender to our Creator and belief in Christ. Right now, 40% of the world is still unreached- meaning most will live and die without ever meeting someone that can share the gospel of Jesus with them, unless someone goes. The time is now to join in the global task and follow Jesus cross-culturally as He transforms lives from darkness to light.
OUR GOAL
To work ourselves out of a job by equipping the nations to carry out the gospel work of Christ in a way that transforms their nation for the generations to come.
OUR APPROACH
Equip for sustainability.
In our experience, strong partnership with nationals and contextually training up the local church allows for gospel movement that’s sustainable and replicable by the global church.
What Our Field Workers are Saying
ABOUT US
United World Mission is a missions sending agency that outfits cross-cultural workers globally. We seek to be trusted Ministry Outfitters who equip, encourage and multiply leaders worldwide as we walk with them as friends on the journey and adventure of Jesus’ mission.
Our 400+ staff work in education, holistic community development, and business amongst a diverse variety of people groups in 53+ nations.
Benefits of Going with UWM
1 1-1 Personalized Missions Coaching
Bring your most equipped self to the field with 1-1 coaching.. Find your location & role fit, interview, and reach full funding with the guidance of our experienced staff.
2 50+ Field Locations to Explore
Connect with experienced field leaders of locations that match your desire & calling to determine which placement is the best fit.
3 Cross-Cultural & Spiritual Formation Training
Be equipped to follow Jesus and brave life overseas through spiritual and pre-field training designed intentionally for missionary workers.
Featured Opportunities
Summer Intern – Mexico City, Mexico
Summer Intern in Mexico City, Mexico Dates: June 5 – July 24, 2024 Application Deadline – April 14 (full funding due May 15) Immerse yourself into a new language and culture through our Avance Immersion Program! Live with a host family, level up your Spanish skills and serve in local ministries + churches under a... Read More
Summer Intern – United Kingdom
Summer Intern in the United Kingdom Dates: May 24 – August 1, 2024 Application Deadline – January 15 (full funding due April 15) When you spend a summer in the United Kingdom with AT-3 (a UWM partner), you’ll serve & be trained in a local church. Learn and grow in your understanding of God’s love... Read More
Summer Intern – Bangkok, Thailand
Summer Intern in Bangkok, Thailand Dates: May 15 – July 10, 2024 Application Deadline – February 15 (full funding due April 15) Located in the 10/40 window, Bangkok is an unreached metropolis with less than 1% Evangelical Christians. The Thai church is in an exciting time of growth but is still an extremely small... Read More
Avance Mexico Director – Mexico City
Avance Mexico Director in Mexico City, MX Position Description: United World Mission is actively seeking a site director for Avance Mexico. We are looking for someone with strong cross-cultural experience who has a working knowledge of Spanish. This individual will show an ability to work with young adults as they develop in their personal discipleship... Read More
Intern – Refugee Ministry in Phoenix, AZ
Summer Intern for Refugee Work in Phoenix, AZ Dates: January 8 – March 4, 2024 March 18 – May 10, 2024 June 3 – July 26, 2024 Application Deadline – 2 months before start date Want to spend your summer doing work that matters by building relationships and using your skills to provide... Read More
Summer Intern – Central Asia
Summer Intern in Central Asia Dates: June-July (4-8 weeks, dates flexible) Application Deadline – April 14 (full funding due May 15) This country in Central Asia (undisclosed for security purposes) is 96% Muslim. 60% of the population is considered unreached, and it ranks 22nd in the world for persecution of believers. Though there are... Read More
Teaching Marginalized Children – Urban Educator
As an Urban Educator in Bangkok, Thailand, teach students from marginalized people groups unable to attend Thai school as the children of migrant workers. Create fun & engaging lesson plans across multiple subjects, work under Thai leadership, & teach outdoors. Teaching experience preferred but not required. Located in the 10/40 window, Bangkok is an unreached... Read More
Red Light Ministry – Urban Advocate
As an Urban Advocate in Bangkok, Thailand, build relationships with Thais in the red-light districts. Support an existing Thai ministry & go on regular bar outreaches, follow up on contacts made with individuals in the bars, and support the ministry’s aftercare efforts. Located in the 10/40 window, Bangkok is an unreached metropolis with less... Read More
International School Teacher
As an International School Teacher in South Asia (*Secure Location), use your teaching skills to glorify God in the foothills of the Himalayas – one of the least reached parts of the world. If you’re a follower of Jesus, have an adventurous spirit and a heart for the nations, keep reading! South Asia is one... Read More
Cross-Cultural Mission Worker – Thailand, Mexico, Spain
Looking to spend 1-2 years using your skills to serve cross-culturally? Immerse yourself into a new language and culture through our Avance Program as a Cross-Cultural Mission Worker! Live with a host family, level up your language skills and serve in local ministries + churches under a great team of fun & experienced leaders in... Read More