for the Lewis Family Summer Intern Program 2010 offering 26 paid internships in agencies/departments of the Jewish Federation. Potential work experiences in : Development, Marketing, Public Relations, Grant-writing and Finance; Direct service with youth, the elderly and special needs; Journalism, Event Coordination, and Educational programming. Write : The Hillels of Illinois (lsip@juf.org) or call 312/444-2868 to schedule a Winter Break interview in Chicago.
Application Deadline: Feb. 26, 2010. Interview Deadline: March 19, 2010
AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps
Do you want to spend the year fighting poverty? Are you between the ages of
21 and 26 and passionate about social change and Judaism? Apply to be a
participant in AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps .
As a Corps member, you will work full time on issues such as immigration,
hunger, literacy, public health, among others, while exploring your Jewish
identity in a pluralistic and open environment. You will live with other
Corps members in Chicago, New Orleans, New York, or Washington, D.C., and
participate in a myriad group learning experiences, including weekly
seminars and several retreats, focusing on skills-training and reflection.
You will receive a modest living stipend, in addition to health insurance,
and are eligible for an Americorps Education Award of over $5,000 towards
repayment of student loans or future education.
Applications for the
2010-2011 program year open on November 11th 2009. Apply online at
www.avodah.net/apply.
Questions? Contact Mollie Spevack, recruitment
coordinator at apply@avodah.net. Where will you make a difference?
The Israel Project is offering a high-powered fellowship opportunity for some of the world's best and brightest college and graduate school students; graduates in journalism, communications, marketing or public relations programs; and those beginning their careers in journalism or Israel advocacy.
Internships are available in Washington, D.C., and Jerusalem. Seven outstanding applicants will be accepted to the Washington, D.C., program, which runs from June 21 to August 20, 2010. Five outstanding applicants will be accepted to the English-speaking Jerusalem program, which runs from June 13 to August 12, 2010. We are also offering three paid fellowships for outstanding applicants who are native speakers of French, German or Spanish and who also speak excellent English, to work in our Jerusalem office. This program runs from July 11 to September 9, 2010.
TIP's Media Fellows participate in an intensive nine-week program aimed at educating future journalists and advocacy professionals in the art of research, interviewing, writing for publication, communications skills and public relations. The Israel Project Media Fellowship trains participants in techniques designed to increase accurate and fair coverage of Israel and Jews in the news media. Our Fellows learn about media coverage of Israel and the region, meet with top-level journalists and utilize what they learn practically in hands on writing assignments which will be published over the course of the fellowship. Media Fellows will be involved in staffing and planning TIP speaking events in regions across the United States.
Fellows work at The Israel Project full time during the designated sessions (June 21 - Aug. 20 in Washington, D.C., or June 13 - Aug. 12 or July 11 - Sept. 9 in Jerusalem). In our Israel office, we are also looking for people who speak native university-level German, French, Spanish, Russian and Arabic. Some travel may be required. Travel to and from the program is the responsibility of the Fellows. However, The Israel Project WILL reimburse international participants for visa expenses.
Qualifications:
The Israel Project Media Fellowship is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least three years of university studies and graduate students studying journalism, communications and public relations as well as recent college or graduate school alumni who are starting their careers in journalism or strategic communications/Israel advocacy. An ideal Media Fellow is an excellent writer and researcher, has strong computer and communications skills, wants to publish or be on-air, follows current events, is a hard worker and team player and has a strong interest in Israel. International students, whether residing in the U.S. or abroad, are also encouraged to apply. Knowledge of Hebrew, Arabic, French, German, Spanish and Russian is a plus.
How to Apply:
To apply for the Washington, D.C., program and the French, German and Spanish program in Jerusalem, please follow the directions at this Web site: http://www.theisraelproject.org/mediafellows. To apply for the English-speaking program in Jerusalem, you must apply through the Rothberg International School Internship Program of Hebrew University or through the Interdisciplinary Center (IDC) Herzliya for college credit. Applicants will only be accepted to the English-speaking Jerusalem program if they receive college credit. Applicants to this program should not fill out our application form. Please contact Lauren Appelbaum at laurena@theisraelproject.org with any questions.
Do you enjoy working with children? Have you ever thought about teaching?
Would you like to contribute to the Jewish future? Are you worried about
the job market next year when you graduate?
The DeLeT program at Brandeis University in the Boston area offers a
unique opportunity to earn a Masters of Arts in Teaching ( MAT) from
Brandeis University through our 14 month program that prepares elementary
day school teachers for general or Judaic studies. DeLeT interns spend a
full academic year working in a local day school classroom with a mentor
teacher in addition to Brandeis course work. Our graduates are eligible for
Massachusetts certification that has reciprocity with many states.
Each student receives a full tuition scholarship, $10,000 living stipend,
and medical benefits. Check out our website www.brandeis.edu/mandel/DeLeT
and contact us at delet@brandeis.edu.
We also have a sister program at HUC in California with comparable
preparation and benefits. http://huc.edu/centers/DeLeT/
Here's what two of our DeLeT grads have to say:
DeLeT has the unique ability to enhance the fellows' spirituality and, at
the same time, provide us with an exceptional practical understanding of
how to teach, whether through curriculum development, classroom management,
or teacher leadership. (Glenna Halperin Lee).
I feel blessed that as I transitioned from a DeLeT student to new teacher
to a mentor teacher, the Mandel Center faculty all along served as
teacher-leader role models, strong supporters and sources of inspiration.
(Jocelyn Segal)
The University of Michigan Jewish Communal Leadership Program
Prepared for Challenge, Poised for Change
The University of Michigan School of Social Work and Frankel Center for Judaic Studies announce a distinctive opportunity for emerging leaders committed to exploring 21st-century Jewish communal possibilities while also addressing broader social concerns.
The Jewish Communal Leadership Program combines thoughtful analysis, hands-on engagement with contemporary communal challenges, and experiential training in non-profit management, preparing students to guide Jewish organizations and communities through times of opportunity, conflict, transition, and growth.
Generous funding is available for all accepted students. Graduates receive an MSW degree and a Certificate in Jewish Communal Service and Judaic Studies.
Be the change! Click here for more information and to apply to enter the University of Michigan Jewish Communal Leadership Program in Fall 2010, or contact Erin Zimmer, Office of Student Services, 734-936-0961.
Enjoy travel, politics, history, and working with teens?
Get paid to do all four!
Etgar 36, a summer travel program for Jewish teens, is looking for staff. Etgar 36 offers cross-country journeys in which teens develop their American and Jewish identities as well as become empowered to get involved politically and socially. As a staff member you will be able to see America and help develop the future leadership of the American Jewish community – and you will get paid to do it. Previous work with youth and involvement with youth groups/summer camp a plus. Applicants must be rising juniors or older, and should be in good physical shape. For more information and to apply for a staff position, visit the Etgar 36 website (www.etgar.org) or e-mail jonah@etgar.org.
The Cleveland Hillel Foundation is sponsoring a paid, summer internship program for college students who will be sophomores, juniors, and seniors in Fall 2010. Students are placed, based on skills and interests, at local businesses and non-profits for internships in real estate, marketing/PR/advertising, community relations and planning, environmental activism, business, accounting, finance, social work, biotech, museum education, radio, and more. Interns work four (4) days per week and participate in educational and social programming with Hillel on Fridays. There are also opportunities for movie nights, concerts, restaurant dinners, and other events.
Dates for the program are June 14 - August 6, 2009.
An in-person interview between November 1 - February 1 is required for admission.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
The final application deadline is February 1, 2010.
For more information, check out the Cleveland Hillel website, www.clevelandhillel.org, or email Ilana Shafran Mandel at ishafran@clevelandhillel.org.
The ISJL Education Department is hiring recent college graduates for the Education Fellowship position. The Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life (ISJL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and documentation of the practice, culture and legacy of Judaism in the South.
Over the course of the two year Fellowship, Fellows will gain experience in a variety of aspects of Jewish communal life. Fellows travel throughout the South to assist with the implementation of a comprehensive religious school curriculum. The ISJL education program was developed to ensure that every Jewish child receives a quality Jewish education regardless of the size or location of their religious school.
The Fellowship is a full time, two year position with the first year at our main office in Jackson, Mississippi and the second year either in our Jackson, MS office or in one of our region’s field offices (Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX or Raleigh, NC). The position includes salary, benefits and an unforgettable Southern Jewish experience.
We are now accepting resumes; those submitted by February 15,2010 will receive first consideration. Please check out our website at www.isjl.org or contact the Institute of Southern Jewish Life if you have any questions.
JCC Seeks Assistant Camp Director
Camp Raanana, the Jewish Community Center of Greater Ann Arbor’s outdoor summer day camp, is seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to serve as Assistant Camp Director for the 2010 camp season. The Assistant Director position is a salaried position that is vital to Camp Raanana’s success and smooth operation. The Assistant Director works closely with the Camp Director in the development, implementation, and supervision of all key aspects of the camp program. In addition to the salaried period from June-August, the Assistant Director will be paid on an hourly basis for assisting with pre-camp preparations in the spring.
Applicants for the Assistant Director position must be at least 21 years of age by the start of camp, have previous supervisory experience, and have extensive familiarity and experience with Judaic and camp programming. Applicants must also have a minimum of 8 weeks of full-time experience working with elementary or middle school aged children, including at least 4 weeks of full-time administrative experience in a camp or similar program (unit head, program coordinator, head counselor, etc.). Applicants should have or be working toward a bachelor’s degree in a related field (education, Judaic studies, social work, camp administration, etc.). Special certifications (lifeguard, health officer, CDL license, etc.) or willingness to attain certification preferred.
Camp JRF is seeking students for summer 2010 staffing
Camp JRF is looking for creative, energetic,talented, upbeat, responsible, and excited college students to be on our staff for Summer 2010. We are currently looking to fill a number of positions. Recognized as one of the "top 10 Jewish camps," Camp JRF on the Aaron and Marjorie Ziegelman Campus continues to provide innovative, creative, and engaging programs for youth entering third through twelfth grades. Nestled in the Pocono mountains of Pennsylvania, Camp JRF provides strong connections to Judaism, Reconstructionism, and positive human values in the context of a beautiful, fun, and safe environment. For more information about the camp program, staff opportunities, and applications, visit the Camp JRF website at www.campjrf.org or contact the office at 1-877-CAMP-JRF.
For more information about the position or to request an application, please contact camp director Deborah Huerta at deborahhuerta@jccfed.org or 734-971-0990.
Masters of Studies in Law and Jewish Civilization
The newly established Master of Studies in Law (M.S.L.) in Law and Jewish Civilization is a new type of masters approved by the State of New York at the request of NYU School of Law, and offered beginning in Academic year 2010/2011. The program will explore the synergies between Jewish learning and legal insight in a manner which simply does not exist elsewhere – neither in the world of Yeshivot (Jewish seminaries) nor in departments of Judaic studies.
Uniquely, it offers two tracks: It is open to law graduates and practicing lawyers who want a deeper understanding of the discipline they have studied and practice. It is, however, in its second track also open to college graduates who have not taken a law degree who wish to gain an understanding on the nature of law and its relationship to society and the human condition.
The Conveners of the Masters are Professor Moshe Halbertal and Professor Joseph Weiler, the Co-Directors of The Tivkah Center for Law & Jewish Civilization at NYU School of Law, home of the Masters program. Full and partial scholarships are available. For more information check out the program's website here
