Thank you for your interest. Israel is an amazing place to visit. To be eligible for the Masa Israel grant you must be between the ages of 16-35 and identify as Jewish.

Below you can find a list of study abroad, short-term, and career development programs that you are eligible for:

Study Abroad Programs

Career Development Programs

Short-Term Programs

Study Abroad:

Arava Institute Masters Program in Desert Studies
A partnership between the Arava Institute and the Jacob Blaustein Institute for Desert Research at Ben-Gurion University, the Masters Program in Desert Studies offers you a unique opportunity to study at two leading environmental institutions. You will spend one year at each institution, in Kibbutz Ketura and Sde Boker in Southern Israel, taking advantage of the distinct study and research opportunities at each. Along with a student body comprised of Jordanians, Palestinians, Israelis, and students from around the world, you will also pursue your research interests and take courses taught by AIES faculty, participating participate in peace building and leadership activities, gaining first-hand experience thinking and working in a trans-boundary environment, and developing the communication and leadership skills needed for cross-cultural cooperation.
https://www.arava.org/

Arava Institute Year/Semester Program
Interested in living, studying and working with Israelis, Palestinians, Jordanians and other international students while developing communication and leadership skills needed for cross-cultural cooperation? The Year or Semester Program at the Arava Institute on Kibbutz Ketura in Southern Israel, is an accredited university-level program that, over the course of one or two semesters, will engage you in an interdisciplinary program built of rigorous courses in diverse environmental fields, a peace-building and leadership seminar, independent research (optional), and hands-on and field study components. The curriculum is made up of courses in diverse areas such as desert and marine ecology, sustainable agriculture, environmental policy, economics and law, environmental ethics, and social analysis.
https://www.arava.org/

Ben Gurion University of the Negev Honors M.B.A.
The Honors M.B.A. program at Ben Gurion University of the Negev offers a select cadre of exceptional students a management education comparable to the best business schools in the world, and is implemented in cooperation with senior faculty at Columbia University Business School in New York. The program extends over four 12-week semesters concentrated into 13 months of study and is designed for outstanding Israeli and foreign students with top management potential. As an Honors M.B.A. student, you will be immersed in an extremely demanding schedule that emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to all aspects of global management, and complete the program equipped with the tools to enter and succeed in a rapidly-developing global environment.
https://cmsprod.bgu.ac.il/Eng/som/HonorsMBA/

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev M.A. in Middle Eastern Studies (MAPMES)
Interested in pursuing a career in governmental or non-governmental international organizations? Looking for a rigorous academic program that focuses on Israel and the Middle East? Then join the Department of Politics and Government at Ben-Gurion University (BGU) as it examines the different ways in which global and local processes have formed numerous sites of conflict both within Israeli society and in its relations with its neighbors. The 12 month program promotes a multidisciplinary approach to the study of politics that best reflects the complex and global nature of politics today, offering courses on territory, space, identities, and economies from different disciplinary perspectives. In addition, BGU is known to have the most vibrant student life in Israel.
https://hsf.bgu.ac.il/mapmes/

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev M.A. in the Politics of Conflict
Interested in pursuing a career in governmental or non-governmental international organizations? Looking for a rigorous academic program that focuses on Israel and the Middle East? Then join the Department of Politics and Government at Ben-Gurion University (BGU) as it examines the different ways in which global and local processes have formed numerous sites of conflict both within Israeli society and in its relations with its neighbors. The 12 month program promotes a multidisciplinary approach to the study of politics that best reflects the complex and global nature of politics today, offering courses on territory, space, identities, and economies from different disciplinary perspectives. In addition, BGU is known to have the most vibrant student life in Israel.
https://humweb1.bgu.ac.il/politics/

Hebrew University Graduate Year/Semester Program
The Graduate Year Program at Hebrew University of Jerusalem is designed for qualified students from abroad who wish to spend a year or a semester studying in Jerusalem, whether they are M.A. or Ph.D. candidates or recent college graduates who have not yet commenced a program of graduate study. While this program does not offer a degree, a full transcript is be provided in order to facilitate the transfer of credit to the student’s home university. Students who decide to pursue a graduate degree at the Hebrew University in either the Rothberg International School or the faculties of Humanities or Social Sciences may use this year to improve their Hebrew and to fulfill certain degree requirements.
www.hebrewu.com

Hebrew University M.A. In Community Leadership & Philanthropy Studies
The heritage and legacy of the Jewish people has emphasized the concept of Tikkun Olam, repairing the world. Come to the land where it began and study the theory and practice of social justice. The intensive 2 year M.A. in Community Leadership & Philanthropy Studies is designed to create a cadre of community leaders with cutting-edge skills and ample theoretical and practical knowledge in the areas of leadership and philanthropy. The program provides students with a broad perspective in the management of non-profit and communal organizations, as well as in the rapidly developing area of philanthropic studies. You may choose to specialize in Jewish Community Leadership by selecting elective courses from the M.A. programs in Jewish Studies, Jewish Education, or Society and Politics in Israel.
www.hebrewu.com

 Hebrew University M.A. In Islamic at Middle Eastern Studies
Historically and geographically, Israel is the crossroads of the Middle East; its capital, Jerusalem, is one of the three most important places in the Islamic faith. The 2 year integrated M.A. in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies is ideal for students wishing to immerse themselves in the study of the Middle East and its religions, politics, societies, history and cultures. You will have the opportunity to study with some of the world’s leading scholars in the field, while living in one of the Middle East’s most central and dynamic cities. Courses are available in the modern period as well as in a range of disciplines in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, including medieval and early modern history, religion, anthropology, literature, the arts and Arabic language. Graduates of the program have assumed high-level positions in government, NGOs, media organizations and many other areas.
www.hebrewu.com

 Hebrew University M.A. In Israeli Politics & Society
Israel is the most coveted land in the world. Explore the region and make it yours during your academic journey. The 2 year M.A. in Israeli Politics & Society is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to the study of Israel, including the study of history, politics, anthropology, culture and religion. The program offers a choice of concentrations in related fields of study intended for those who wish to specialize in Israeli culture and the contemporary Israeli experience. A unique new track in the Study of Political Violence and Terrorism will focus on the phenomenon of political violence and terrorism in the Middle East and, in particular, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
www.hebrewu.com

Hebrew University M.A. In Jewish Education
Bring the vibrancy of Jewish Education in Israel back to your home in the Diaspora. The 2 year M.A. in Jewish Education is designed for students interested in entering the world of Jewish education, as well as experienced teachers, school principals, informal educators and educational administrators. The program will acquaint you with the theory and practice of Jewish Education in Israel and around the world. The program offers a choice of concentrations in related fields of study intended for educators engaged in the transmission of Jewish content. You can take courses in a variety of fields, including: the philosophy of Jewish education, psychology, sociology, contemporary Jewry, curriculum development and teaching, educational leadership, gender studies, and informal education.
www.hebrewu.com

Hebrew University M.A. In Jewish Studies
Want to study Jewish culture in its birthplace? The two-year M.A. in Jewish Studies at Hebrew University is designed for students who wish to study Jewish culture and sources from an interdisciplinary perspective. The program covers three periods (Antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Modern era) and features courses in textual studies, history, philosophy, and culture. Courses are offered in conjunction with the Mandel Institute of Jewish Studies of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Students are required to specialize in one period of study, but take courses in the other two periods, as well. Electives may also be chosen from a select list of courses from the M.A. programs in the Bible and the Ancient Near East, Religious Studies and Society and Politics in Israel.
www.hebrewu.com

Hebrew University M.A. In Religious Studies
Want to study religion from a wide array of historical and cultural perspectives? The one-year M.A. in Religious Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem offers a unique opportunity to study the three great Western religions in Jerusalem, the city of their convergence and confrontation. The program focuses on the religions and cultures of the Mediterranean region in Late Antiquity and will introduce you to a broad range of religious phenomena. Courses emphasize interdisciplinary and comparative research methods and are offered in a number of areas of study, including comparative religion and Eastern religion. At the end of the first year, you may choose to concentration in one field of religious study – Christianity, Islam or Judaism. > tinian conflict.
www.hebrewu.com

Hebrew University M.A. In the Bible & the Ancient Near East
Make Israel your classroom, and experience the Bible as it comes to life! The two-year M.A. in the Bible & the Ancient Near East at Hebrew University is designed for students who wish to pursue contemporary Biblical (Hebrew scriptures) studies with grounding in Biblical as well as modern Hebrew. Students specialize in one of two tracks: The Bible’s Cultural and Historical Context, which focuses on the historical, cultural and geographical context in which the Bible was composed; and The Bible and the Ancient Near East, which provides students with a sound knowledge of the history and culture of the Ancient Near East. The M.A. program includes required courses in Biblical Hebrew, Akkadian, History and Culture of the Ancient Near East and Introduction to Biblical Literature, as well as elective courses and tutorials. Group tutorials are offered in Biblical Aramaic and Targum Onqalos.
www.hebrewu.com

IDC Herzliya M.A. in Government: Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security
The one-year M.A. in Counterterrorism and Homeland Security (in collaboration with the International Institute for Counterterrorism) is a cutting-edge graduate program that combines academic study, simulations and workshops to offer special tools for critical thinking in this field. Each course provides concentrated, in-depth exposure to the phenomenon of modern terrorism and its characteristics, modus operandi, scope and dissemination throughout the world. You will obtain an understanding of the many challenges this phenomenon presents to decision-makers, security establishments, first responders, legal systems and business sector based on the experience Israel has accumulated in the field.
www.idc.ac.il

IDC Herzliya M.A. in Government: Diplomacy and Conflict Studies
Want to equip yourself to deal with international conflicts and problems in today’s globalized world? The one-year M.A. in Diplomacy & Conflict Studies at IDC Herzliya combines the theory and practice of contemporary diplomacy with the study of conflict. You will gain an understanding of how conflicts and wars develop and how they may be managed or resolved, strategically, diplomatically or informally. The program emphasizes the acquisition of tools for dealing with conflict: negotiation, mediation, arbitration, public diplomacy, and track-two engagement, as well as the psychological, cultural and legal aspects of conflict.
www.idc.ac.il

IDC Herzliya M.A. in Government: Thesis Track
The one-year M.A. in Government with Thesis at IDC Herzliya Lauder School of Government, Diplomacy and Strategy is intended for students who plan scholarly careers involving research and teaching. While research is at the core of the program, it also includes a selection of core and elective courses, as well as directed study with a faculty advisor. The program offers basic and advanced courses in government, politics, and international affairs, as well as interdisciplinary skills and will provide you with a practical and theoretical understanding of the field.
www.idc.ac.il

IDC Herzliya M.B.A. in Global Entrepreneurship
Want to earn an M.B.A. while gaining practical experience and establishing your own commercial or social venture? The two-year MBA in Global Entrepreneurship at IDC Herzliya is designed for students from Israel and abroad who wish to acquire the necessary skills to start their own venture in the global market. The program provides state-of-the-art entrepreneurship studies together with theoretical and practical tools needed to conduct business in the global arena. The curriculum addresses entrepreneurship in all its aspects and builds on Israel’s status as a center of high-tech entrepreneurship.
www.idc.ac.il

IDC Herzliya M.B.A. in Global Management
Want to study with the best lecturers from the world’s best business schools? Want to learn from those who have made Israel well known for its innovation, hi-tech leadership and entrepreneurship? The rigorous two-year MBA in Global Management at IDC Herzliya will prepare you to meet the challenges of the modern business world by providing you with the theoretical and practical tools you need to conduct business in the global arena. The program is built on core business management principles, where the global perspective is incorporated into each discipline: marketing, finance, strategy, and decision analysis. You will round out your studies with globally focused electives, including a China module with a study trip during which you will visit local and multinational companies in a variety of locations and industries.
www.idc.ac.il/GMBA

IDC Herzliya M.B.A. in Global Strategy Management
This distinctive two-year MBA in Global Strategy Management at IDC Herzliya, run jointly with the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, offers you the opportunity to acquire the tools and management techniques used by international management consulting firms and become a part of a multinational consulting team that works on a real-life project sponsored by a real client, either an Israeli or multinational company. This Global Consulting Practicum includes sponsored international travel and provides genuine global collaboration and practical experience. You will have access to an extensive international network and work closely with the finest graduates of the world’s leading business schools.
www.idc.ac.il/GMBA

Masters in Jewish Education at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies and Hebrew College
Learn how to teach Torah, Mishna and Talmud in an open, creative environment! The two-year Pardes Educators Program is a highly subsidized two-year program with advanced studies in Jewish text and education. The program prepares its graduates to teach in North American Jewish day schools with a curriculum that includes four components: intensive Beit Midrash study, education courses and professional workshops, teaching internships, and intensive Hebrew language study. Its goal is not just to train more teachers for Jewish day schools, but to raise the level of teaching toward a deeper and more intense knowledge of the classical Jewish texts, a passion for Jewish peoplehood and Jewish life, and openness to all Jews. While studying in Israel, you may simultaneously pursue a Master of Jewish Education degree from the Shoolman Graduate School of Jewish Education of Hebrew College.
www.Pardes.org.il

Merchavim Program at Levinsky College of Education
The Merchavim program at Levinsky College of Education is the only advanced study program in Israel for early childhood Jewish educators teaching in the Diaspora. The program aims to intensify participants´ interest and personal connection to Jewish heritage as prerequisites for the development of a personal commitment to Jewish education. Alongside teaching practice, participants develop individual educational projects to be implemented in their own schools or communities.
https://www.levinsky2008.macam98.ac.il/MERCHAVIM/about_en.html

Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies Year or Semester Program
The ten-month Pardes Year or Semester Program offers young Jewish men and women (post-university students) of diverse backgrounds the opportunity to encounter classic Jewish texts and discuss contemporary Jewish issues in an open, warm and challenging environment. This program is the optimal framework for intensive Jewish study and the exploration of ethical, spiritual, philosophical, legal and societal issues facing individuals, the Jewish people and humanity. Students participate in seminar-style classes and havruta (partner study) and take between 20 and 32 hours of courses per week. The program also includes social action projects, exploring Israel, and community building.
www.Pardes.org.il

Tel Aviv University Law Student Exchange Program
Are you interested in studying abroad during law school? The one-year Law Faculty at Tel Aviv University has established exchange relationships with law schools and faculties abroad, including Michigan, Northwestern, University of Penn, Virginia, Cornell, Boston University, Temple, Cardozo and Toronto. Each year, the faculty offers about 20 courses for current law students at these universities. Permanent faculty members, all experienced in teaching courses in leading universities abroad teach five of these courses. In addition, the faculty offers a variety of concentrated/intensive courses, taught in English by visiting professors from leading universities abroad. There is also a possibility of doing a two or three credit supervised research paper.
www.telavivuniv.org

 Tel Aviv University M.A. in Conflict Resolution & Mediation
Taught in English, the three-semester International Program in Conflict Resolution and Mediation is a full-time program open to Israeli and international students interested in developing their knowledge and skills in the field of dispute resolution. Designed for passionate students with strong educational backgrounds, significant professional drive and (preferably) considerable professional experience, the program will provide you with the opportunity to engage critically with international relations issues and social and political thought concerned with the study of conflict and peace and their applications in empirical case-study material.
www.telavivuniv.org

Tel Aviv University M.A. in Coping with Stress, Crisis and Trauma
Want to study coping with stress, crisis and trauma in a living laboratory for research and practice? Over the years, Israeli scholars and practitioners have developed considerable knowledge and models of intervention in these areas, and Tel Aviv University’s academic staff has been at the forefront of these developments. The Bob Shapell School of Social Work’s new three-semester M.A. program in Coping with Stress, Crisis and Trauma encompasses both public disasters and personal life crises: terror, war and natural disasters in the public realm, along with such stressors as immigration, domestic violence, divorce, illness and bereavement in the personal realm.
www.telavivuniv.org

Tel Aviv University M.A. in Israeli Politics
The three-semester M.A. in Israeli Politics at Tel Aviv University is a high-quality, comprehensive graduate program designed to provide international students with a deep and wide panoramic knowledge of Israeli politics and society. Upon completion of the program, you will have gained an understanding and tools of analysis in the areas of Israeli politics, embedded in its societal underpinnings, domestic economy, globalization and world politics. Courses focus on Israel’s political history, its major institutions of government, the party system and coalition government, the legal system, public policy, elections and electoral behavior, public opinion and civil society. Educational tours and meetings with Israeli officials and political activists are included in the curriculum.
www.telavivuniv.org

Tel Aviv University M.A. in Middle Eastern History
The two-year M.A. in Middle Eastern History (MAMEH) at Tel Aviv University offers students a detailed, intellectual and objective understanding of the political and social history of the Middle East. The program will require you to learn both Hebrew and Arabic, participate in thought-provoking seminars, complete a wide range of courses, and submit a thesis. Conducted in English, the program is offered through Tel Aviv University’s prestigious Department of Middle Eastern and African History.
www.telavivuniv.org

Tel Aviv University M.A. in Security & Diplomacy Studies
Israel is at the focus of the world’s attention in both security and diplomacy matters. It is also the center of enormous professional expertise in both these fields. Embodying that knowledge and skill, the three-semester M.A. in Security & Diplomacy Studies at Tel Aviv University brings together internationally renowned scholars and former leading practitioners in both security and diplomacy, providing you with advanced knowledge and analytical tools for the study of strategy, diplomacy, decision-making and the shaping of security and foreign policy. The program’s outlook is global, with a special focus on Israel and the Middle East. At the practical level, the program prepares students for engagement in the international arena, defense bodies, international organizations (both governmental and NGOs) and international economic organizations.
www.telavivuniv.org

Tel Aviv University M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
English is the global language learned and taught in most countries around the world. As such, there is a growing demand for well-trained TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) experts with professional knowledge in English language teaching, curriculum planning, designing on line programs for English learning, language testing and assessment, and more. The three-semester M.A. in TESOL at Tel Aviv University is geared specifically for English speaking students from countries other than Israel, and combines a strong background in applied linguistics (e.g., second language acquisition, multilingualism, language testing and assessment and research methods) with pedagogical knowledge and extensive teaching experience.
www.telavivuniv.org

University of Haifa Global Law Program
In cooperation with the Faculty of Law, the Global Law Program at the University of Haifa brings together current law students from around the world for intense study of numerous aspects of law both internationally and in the context of Israel and the Middle East. As a Global Law student spending a semester in Israel, you will study alongside Israeli students in law courses taught in English by visiting faculty from around the world, as well as professors from the Faculty of Law at the University of Haifa. The semester consists of at least six law courses, each taught intensively for a period of two to three weeks, meeting for several hours daily during this time. The Faculty of Law at the University of Haifa is a member institution of the European Erasmus Mundus Program in Law and Economics.
www.uhaifa.org

University of Haifa M.A. in Peace & Conflict Management
The two-year M.A. in Peace and Conflict Management Studies at the University of Haifa combines an in-depth understanding of theory with applications from a regional and international perspective. You will investigate ethnic, national, cultural, and religious conflicts in deeply divided societies and evaluate different approaches to conflict management while immersing yourself in a region that offers many relevant real-life case studies. The program focuses on the nature of conflicts and how they develop, peace processes and the ways to foster them, research methodology, and field practicum. In addition to the practicum, you will gain exposure to NGOs for Arab-Jewish and Israeli-Palestinian coexistence and Middle East peace processes. The curriculum includes both thesis and non-thesis tracks.
www.uhaifa.org

University of Haifa Year/Semester Program for Visiting Graduate Students
Have you completed your undergraduate degree, but want to further your studies abroad? The University of Haifa International School welcomes you to enroll for a semester or year in its Program for Recent B.A. Graduates/Current Graduate Students. The program is ideal for those who want to explore subjects they were not able to study in their undergraduate degrees, as well as students who are looking for more experience before applying to a graduate program.
www.uhaifa.org

Career Development:

Skilled Volunteers for Israel
Skilled Volunteers for Israel is a customized volunteer placement service designed for adult professionals 35 years and older. Skilled volunteering is the practice of using work-related knowledge and expertise in a volunteer opportunity that is tied to genuine needs within an organization. Volunteer positions are specifically designed to apply your skills and interests to strategic needs in an Israeli non-profit or educational organization so that your volunteer contribution has a real impact on the organization and its recipients. Our services include matching you with an Israeli organization, developing a comprehensive volunteer position that includes the expectations, responsibilities and schedule associated with your volunteer placement and providing support before and during the volunteer experience. We recommend a minimum time commitment of one month for volunteering. Your volunteer schedule can be adapted to meet your study or travel schedule (example: 10 hours per week, 3 days a week, etc.). Volunteer opportunities can be arranged in places throughout the country, depending on your geographical preference. Skilled Volunteers for Israel provides in-country support for our volunteers through our Israel Volunteer Coordinator and orientation through our pre-departure orientation handbook and welcome kit. To volunteer through Skilled Volunteers for Israel, complete the online inquiry on our website. A registration fee for placement is required in addition to an application, letters of recommendation and proof of medical insurance. Export Your Professional Expertise and make a difference by volunteering in Israel, for Israel. https://skillvolunteerisrael.org/

 Israel Pro Intern
IsraelPro is an exciting, five-month internship program based in Tel Aviv, Haifaand now Jerusalem. Whether you’re hoping to get ahead in your career, want to try something new, or looking for an opportunity to dosomething meaningful for yourself, an internship with IsraelPro is your best choice! Our coordinators are passionate about finding the best fit for your interests and skills, enabling you to grow and develop professional skills, gain real career experience, and dive right into one of the most exciting work environments in the world.

https://www.youngjudaea.org/programs/internships-in-israel/

Destination Israel – Tel Aviv internship experience

Destination Israel brings to you an opportunity to participate in our long or short-term Tel Aviv internship program, located in the most vibrant city and business hub in Israel. In a highly competitive job market, you need to make yourself stand out. Internships, therefore, are crucial for you before you can embark on your chosen career path. Whether you are a student, recent graduate or on a path to change careers, our internships in Israel will polish your resume with opportunities that many never get. Our internships in Israel are supported by over 400 leading companies from all major professional fields.

http://www.destinationisrael.com/tel-aviv-internship-experience/

Habonim Dror- Maslool Program

The 4-10-month program is unique, modular approach allows participants to experience Israel in a tailored individual way. Participants design their own program, which can include internships, volunteering, Maguen David Adom course and volunteering, attending courses, living in the city or kibbutzim.

The Maslool experience is supplemented by Hebrew learning, medical insurance, support by Madrichim (counselors), tours throughout Israel and cultural activities, which allow participants to get to know each other and explore the length and breadth of Israel.

https://www.wekibbutz.org/maslool

Yahel Social Change Fellowship

Yahel’s 9-month flagship program ignites Jewish changemakers and connects them to Israel through the lens of social change

Our most immersive program allows fellows to dig deep into local culture, experience diverse Israeli communities, and serve alongside passionate professionals and activists.

https://www.yahelisrael.com/

Eco-Israel – Have & Adam Eco Educational Farm

Eco-Israel offers English-speaking young adults from all over the world, ages 18-31, a 5-month program in permaculture and sustainable living.

https://eco-israel.org/

Israel Tech Challenge

ITC offers elite programs focused on the STEM industry such as Data Science, Full-Stack Development, Cyber Security Analyst. Sourcing highly talented young professionals from around the world for an unforgettable tech experience in Israel. ITC provides advanced 5-6 month training program and is focused on building a pipeline to Israel’s most-needed hi-tech positions. Graduates can put their in-demand skills and knowledge acquired in class and enter the Israeli tech industry.

https://www.itc.tech

Short Term Programs in Israel:

Destination Israel Short Term volunteering
Duration: 1 week to 5 month long options available
Build your own volunteering experience in Israel. Our program is open to individuals of all ages. Come alone, with friends, with a community group or organization. Destination Israel community service consultants will pair you with a meaningful service project in an Israeli community, based on your talents, desires and requirements. Select the length of time you wish to stay, the region/city in Israel where you wish to work, the type of population whom you wish to serve, and the kind of work you wish to do. Come for Spring Break with a group of friends from school, or come next month with just your heart and hands ready to make a difference! In addition to volunteer placements, Destination Israel provides a la carte services so you can design a unique travel and lodging experience in Israel. You may elect to book one of the following services: hotel, domestic transportation, day and overnight trips, health insurance, travel insurance, Hebrew ulpan, private lectures on Israeli culture, politics or society, and/or guided museums and/or visits. Program costs $150 plus your selection of a la carte services.
www.destinationisrael.com/shortterm

Ruach Tova
Duration: 1 day to 1 year volunteer opportunities
“Ruach Tova” connects between volunteers and organizations that need volunteers. The “Ruach Tova” organization was formed in order to encourage the spirit of volunteering and giving in the Israeli society and be the “go to” place for any person or organization in need of assistance. “Ruach Tova” constitutes a national coordination center for the givers and the receivers, which implement the aspirations of giving and contributing to our fellow-man in accordance to their skill, knowledge, time and ability. “Ruach Tova” acts as a central address for anyone who wishes to volunteer and give, and to anyone who needs help, aid and support. It acts as a link between the volunteers of community partners and the organizations that need volunteers. The objective is to meet the requirements of both sides.
www.ruachtova.org.il

Skilled Volunteers for Israel
Skilled Volunteers for Israel is a customized volunteer placement service designed for adult professionals 35 years and older. Skilled volunteering is the practice of using work-related knowledge and expertise in a volunteer opportunity that is tied to genuine needs within an organization. Volunteer positions are specifically designed to apply your skills and interests to strategic needs in an Israeli non-profit or educational organization so that your volunteer contribution has a real impact on the organization and its recipients. Our services include matching you with an Israeli organization, developing a comprehensive volunteer position that includes the expectations, responsibilities and schedule associated with your volunteer placement and providing support before and during the volunteer experience. We recommend a minimum time commitment of one month for volunteering. Your volunteer schedule can be adapted to meet your study or travel schedule (example: 10 hours per week, 3 days a week, etc.). Volunteer opportunities can be arranged in places throughout the country, depending on your geographical preference. Skilled Volunteers for Israel provides in-country support for our volunteers through our Israel Volunteer Coordinator and orientation through our pre-departure orientation handbook and welcome kit. To volunteer through Skilled Volunteers for Israel, complete the online inquiry on our website. A registration fee for placement is required in addition to an application, letters of recommendation and proof of medical insurance. Export Your Professional Expertise and make a difference by volunteering in Israel, for Israel.
https://skillvolunteerisrael.org/

Volunteers for Israel (Sar-el)
Volunteers for Israel’s mission is to connect Americans to Israel through volunteer service with civilian organizations and the IDF. We offer an opportunity for one, two, or three-week long programs on IDF bases Participants work, eat, and interact daily with Israeli soldiers as well as other volunteers from all over the world. During participants’ time off of the base, they may travel and enjoy all that Israel has to offer. Room and board (kosher) is covered during the work week. It is a wonderful chance to meet and work with Israelis, while actively assisting Israel and remaining as vibrant and wonderful as it is. In addition to volunteering there are organized tours, lectures, and evening programs. This is an opportunity to work hand-in-hand with Israelis, and to see Israel and be in Israel from a very unique perspective. To apply for VFI go to www.vfi-usa.org and download the printable application. After completing the application contact our office to set up an interview.
www.vfi-usa.org

WWOOF: World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms
WWOOF links volunteers with organic farmers, and helps people share more sustainable ways of living. Volunteer on a kibbutz, moshav, farm, or other private family estates for several hours a day five days a week. In return for volunteer help, WWOOF hosts offer food, accommodations, and opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles. Anyone above 18 years old from any nationality can join WWOOF Israel. Volunteers can find different opportunities, such as permaculture, organic garden, green building, cheese making, wine, gray water system, renewable energy, animals care and many more.
https://www.wwoof.org.il

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