Business Internship | Cumorah Academy

Cumorah Academy Business Internship

Length of Position: One trimester (approximately 90 days)

Supervisor: Patrick Sedivy

Description

The Business Intern leads the Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship course on campus, helping students develop business plans and take practical steps toward launching their companies. This position blends teaching, mentoring, and real-world business experience in an inspiring international setting.

We seek candidates with business education or entrepreneurial experience, a growth-oriented mindset, and a sincere desire to lead, learn, and lift others. This internship is especially well-suited for students of Entrepreneurship, Business Management, Marketing, or Strategy who want to apply their studies in a meaningful, faith-aligned, and globally impactful environment.

Interns enjoy a unique combination of autonomy, professional responsibility, and mentoring opportunities. You’ll guide students through the process of business creation, engage in leadership training, and collaborate directly with Cumorah Academy Founder and President Patrick Sedivy, a successful entrepreneur.

Ultimately, you’ll help empower young adults to build sustainable businesses, strengthen their communities, and become the next generation of global Christlike leaders.

Internship Benefits

Applied Entrepreneurial Experience: Gain hands-on experience mentoring students in business model design, market validation, and strategic planning—applying what you’ve learned in the classroom to create real companies.
Mentorship & Leadership Growth: Receive additional one-on-one mentoring from visiting business leaders in entrepreneurship, technology, finance, and management.
Networking & Collaboration: Work with ambitious young leaders from around the world and build lasting relationships with mentors and peers.
Professional Development: Strengthen your résumé with practical experience teaching and consulting in startup strategy and business leadership. You’ll gain incredible experience launching multiple companies in different industries, markets, and countries. This will expedite your own success if you choose to start your own company in the future.
Room & Board: Enjoy subsidized housing for three months at our beautiful campus just south of Prague, including meals, recreation, and amenities.
Faith & Purpose: Engage in a values-centered environment with predominantly Latter-day Saint young adults who share your desire to grow spiritually and professionally.
Global & Cultural Exposure: Experience life and business in Central Europe, participate in humanitarian projects, and travel on weekends and school-sponsored excursions.
Personal Enrichment: Take part in our Leadership course and additional elective classes for continued growth in character, skills, and influence.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the Introduction to Business and Entrepreneurship course.
Guide students in developing business plans, market analyses, go-to-market strategies, and revenue generation.
Create engaging lessons and activities to reinforce core business principles.
Attend weekly staff, leadership, and institute meetings.
Foster an uplifting, professional, and purpose-driven campus atmosphere.
Meet weekly with your supervisor for mentorship and feedback.
Collaborate closely with Patrick Sedivy and other mentors on program improvement and student success.

Qualifications

Currently studying or recently graduated in Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, or a related field.
Strong understanding of entrepreneurial and business fundamentals.
Able to relocate to the Czech Republic for the full 90-day term.
Possess a valid passport allowing entry and a 90-day stay in the EU Schengen Zone.
Able to teach and mentor in English, adapting to varying proficiency levels.
Hardworking, dependable, and proactive with minimal supervision.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Respectful, professional, and aligned with Cumorah Academy’s mission and values.
Passionate about entrepreneurship, teaching, and service.
Humble, teachable, and confident in leadership and collaboration.
Physically able to stand for 1–3 hours during instruction.

Helpful Skills & Experience

International experience or exposure to global business environments.
Fluency in Spanish, Czech, Portuguese, or Ukrainian (English proficiency required).
Prior experience in leadership, coaching, or startup development.

Expectations

Interns are expected to actively participate in all aspects of the Cumorah Academy experience—including classes, service projects, cultural excursions, and spiritual gatherings—fostering growth in business competence, leadership, and Christlike character.