2026 Europe (Romania) Summer Student Trip

High school students ages 16 and up

Description: Come help us impact lostness in Bucharest on a trip designed to advance the Gospel and raise up missionaries in your church.  We will have daily time together to learn about methods of missionary work, then spend our afternoons applying what we learned. This assignment is designed specifically for older youth (16 -19) looking to experience first-hand what missions in an urban setting looks like. It is vital for the church to mentor and pour into the next generation.  This is a chance for students to live mission firsthand with seasoned sent-ones serving in the field. The entire trip is built around a laboratory setting. The week will be one that consists not only of learning about sharing in an urban setting but actually doing as well. Join IMB church planters, Journeymen, summer Interns, and local partners in meeting, sharing the Gospel, and discipling new believers. Schedule: June 8:  ARRIVAL (TEAMS MUST ARRIVE ON MONDAY!) Tuesday: Cultural Acquisition. Wednesday - Friday:  Laboratory training and field work. Saturday: Outreach and Handoff Event(s)Sunday: Worship with local bodies. Monday: Departure. 

Equipment: Water bottles and good walking shoes You will need to bring clothes for 7 days of travel. A local laundry is not always available and the schedule will not allow time for washing clothes. Most places take credit and debit cards, so you will not need to exchange money. If you do need access to cash accessing a local ATM with a debit card and PIN is the simplest way to gain local currency. Exchanging dollars should be done at your US bank before arriving if you choose to have cash. A working cell phone is also advisable as you will need to communicate with other members of the local team. A virtual SIM card is affordable and ideal for most cell phones these days and can be purchased and downloaded prior to arrival. You can also check with your local provider to see their rates.

Health Conditions: Extensive walking, Extreme heat

Health Considerations: Water bottles and good walking shoes You will need to bring clothes for 7 days of travel. A local laundry is not always available and the schedule will not allow time for washing clothes.

Qualifications: You will need to be teachable and flexible.

Travel Time: 12-18 hours one way

Climate: It’s warm and comfortable during the day - Nights will feel cooler, so a light jacket or long-sleeve is a good idea for evenings

• Average highs: 77–83°F (slight humidity and possible rain)
• Average lows: 57–63°F

Setting: Large city

Comfort: Teams will stay in a hotel. Air condition may be provided but will not be what you are used to. Water bottles and good walking shoes You will need to bring clothes for 7 days of travel. A local laundry is not always available and the schedule will not allow time for washing clothes.

Physical: Extensive walking (15,000 to 20,000 steps daily) and possibly extreme heat.

Population: Bucharest - 1.7 million

Major Religions: 90% Romanian Orthodox - 6% Protestant - 4% Other

Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)

Language: Romanian

Culture: Romanian culture is characterized by its distinctive cuisine, folk traditions, poetry, theatre, religious customs, music and traditional embroidered garments. Romanian folklore traditions include tales, music, dance, decorated pottery, carvings and embroidery. Romania shares some cultural similarities with countries in the Balkans and Baltics.

Food: Meat, potatoes, dairy, and fresh vegetables