Question 1

What does an internship entail?

Accepted Answer

Each internship varies. In general terms, interns might be tasked with research, fact-checking and editing, as well as administrative tasks and further exposure to the workings of the firm and its dealings with clients. Ultimately, the internship gives one a sense of 'how New York works' and constitutes a great networking opportunity; and by adapting fast, participants can learn more and secure influential contacts for the future.

Question 2

Where do participants intern?

Accepted Answer

Internships are available in a variety of sectors including business, finance, law, media, journalism, politics, hi-tech, medicine and NGOs (please see Past Intern Hosts above). All of these will be based in New York City and are an ideal opportunity to build your CV and create a prestigious experience to aid future job applications.

Question 3

What else does the programme offer aside from work placements?

Accepted Answer

In addition to the valuable internship placement, the programme includes a seminar series, bringing participants face-to-face with high-profile figures from the banking and finance world, politicians, policy-makers, Jewish educators and communal leaders. See sample itinerary above.

Question 4

What is the Jewish content of the programme?

Accepted Answer

The Jewish educational component involves seminars, presentations and interactive group-based discussions which will address key issues associated with Jewish philosophy and topics of contemporary significance, including the interaction of Jewish ethics, public policy, business and finance. The Jewish education is led by our in-house teachers, as well as renowned Jewish educators from the New York Area.

Question 5

Are there expectations in terms of religious observance during the programme?

Accepted Answer

This programme is designed for all Jewish students regardless of religious beliefs or levels of observance. We will spend Shabbat together as a group which will include a Friday night service and group meals, but there are no expectations of anyone in terms of their own observance beyond that.

Question 6

Is there any free time during the programme?

Accepted Answer

There will be one free weekend and Sundays are generally free. In addition, most evenings are free from 8pm.

Question 7

What do participants do in the evenings?

Accepted Answer

On most days after work, there is some group activity or seminar accompanied by dinner. Thereafter, participants are free to make the most of the rest of the evening. Over the course of a week, including weekends, there are an average of 4-5 such seminars.

Question 8

Where do participants stay?

Accepted Answer

Participants stay in dormitories at The Brownstone, a Jewish community centre in the heart of Manhattan.

Question 9

Is it possible to participate on the programme if I will need to miss any part of the programme?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, we can only offer places on the programme subject to full participation on both the internship itself and the accompanying evening and weekend seminar series. The internship placements are relatively short as it is and, as a result, it is simply not possible for us to secure placements in the event of someone needing to miss any part of the programme due to other commitments during the dates of the programmes.

Question 10

Who is eligible for this programme?

Accepted Answer

This year, the programme is in partnership with the Moriah college and is open to Jewish students from Australia. All applications must be submitted through Moriah college.

Question 11

What should my CV include?

Accepted Answer

A CV should be no more than one page and include a broad overview of all educational achievements and relevant work experience to date, with a brief description of the nature of such work and the skills it developed. Please note that we will be forwarding your CV to our internship hosts, and that, by applying, you agree to your CV being shared with relevant third parties. We will not share your CV or application details with anyone not directly involved in the application process.

Question 12

What is the selection process to be accepted on to the programme?

Accepted Answer

Our trips are highly oversubscribed and therefore unfortunately there will be candidates who would have been accepted, but are not purely due to lack of space. All applications are processed through Moriah College.

Question 13

Can I do the programme if I have previously been on an organised trip or spent significant time in Israel

Accepted Answer

You may still be eligible but, if you have done a programme of more than four months or spent four consecutive months or longer in Israel within the last 24 months, you will be required to pay a higher program fee to cover the loss of subsidy from Onward Israel

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