Our Programs

The Israel Experience at Bar Ilan University offers high school graduates a variety of courses taught in English that reflect a typical freshman courseload found at North American universities. Students are encouraged to supplement their academic courses with internship and volunteer placements at a variety of major American or Israeli companies. In addition, educational and exciting trips and Shabbatonim are offered every other week. Bar-Ilan University is chartered and accredited by the Ministry of Education in Israel, and the overwhelming majority of colleges and universities in the United States and Canada recognize its courses. In most cases, Israel Experience students will be able to receive credit for their studies.

Known as the greenest city in Israel, Ramat Gan is a hidden oasis outside the rush of Tel Aviv. Among being home to Bar-Ilan University and Tel Hashomer, Israel’s largest hospital, Ramat Gan also hosts a National Park, Safari,the diamond district and the Stock Exchange.

Our Mission 
1. Unite Jews and Israelis from around the world
2. Volunteer in the local community
3. Explore the land of Israel
4. Gain leadership skills
5. Increase physical endurance and train for the army

Aardvark Israel's unique high-tech program, provides its students with a professional coding course while getting hands-on experience through interning at Israeli Start-Ups. The students live in local apartments with other students from all around the world, in Aardvark Israel's gap year. They will get to travel the country on a weekly basis, live independently, go out and build strong, long-lasting relationships. The program's graduates will gain professional and personal development which will prepare them for their next chapter in life as young-adults.

International Phone Numbers: USA (+1) 646-844-7784 UK (+44) 20-3695-2955 Australia (+61) 1800-220-906 Mexico (+52) 55-4161-8811 Israel 052-429-3681

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

IBC is a gap year program which provides a great balance of education, meaning, challenges and fun. After 17 years and functioning under the umbrella of Tlalim, IBC have expertise in operating effective and special programs. Participants are exposed to a range of learning opportunities, tours, hikes, experiences and more in order to feel Israel from an Israeli lens, simultaneously engaging in a process of personal growth and Jewish identity.

The program structure is dynamic and comfortable, giving participants the smoothest platform to get to know different areas of the country while working on their personal growth, group cohesion and their professional development. For a unique program and unrivalled experience, this is the program for you.

In the first 5 months, living locations include Jerusalem and independent leaving.

In the independent leaving part, participants are given a monthly stipend to budget, shop and cook for themselves, as well as facilities to live independently.

Eliezer Vider

Director of English speaking Masa Tlalim programs

eliezerv@authenticisrael.com

+972523003532

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

Aardvark Israel's mission is to strengthen your Jewish identity and connection to Israel through a customized year of professional development, volunteering, academics, Hebrew classes, trips and fun activities. Get the multicultural experience of living like a local with people from all around the world in the Israel's most exciting cities – Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem. This groundbreaking program, you will create new relationships and grow personally and professionally, in a life-changing experience.

International Phone Numbers: USA (+1) 646-844-7784 UK (+44) 20-3695-2955 Australia (+61) 1800-220-906 Mexico (+52) 55-4161-8811 Israel 052-429-3681

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

Netzer Olami is the global youth movement for engaging youth and young adults in Progressive and Reform Judaism. With 16 branches around the world, we strive to empower and educate youth and young adults with a meaningful Judaism that reflects their individual beliefs and values, and forms the stepping stones for leading Progressive Jewish lives.
Shnat Netzer is our flagship gap year program, operating for more than two decades for hundreds of participants from the UK, Australia, North America, Europe, Latin America, the Former Soviet Union and more.
We operate under the auspices of the World Union for Progressive Judaism (WUPJ) which oversees and supports regional growth of Progressive and Reform Judaism around the world.
 

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

Program Description ENG- An experiential program aimed at connecting young people from different communities in Australia to a unique and enriching Israeli experience, through a variety of educational and experiential activities – tours, experiences, volunteering, lectures, social gatherings and more.

The program has a pluralistic character and aims to show different and diverse aspects of Israeli society and the Jewish people.

The program lasts about 4 months, and takes place in various places around the country.

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!