About Us
Israel Experience Named One of Israel’s Top 10 Travel Companies
Israel Experience ® is the leading company for educational group travel to Israel. As a subsidiary of the Jewish Agency, Israel Experience provides our clients with tailor-made and packaged programs, offering the highest standards of service, safety and security. Our mission is to create Israel experiences that include all the meaning and excitement that Israel has to offer. We strive to strengthen each participant’s Jewish identity while deepening their connection to Israel and nurturing Jewish continuity in their communities back home.
MASA
Masa is the global leader in immersive international career development and leadership experiences in Israel for young Jewish adults from around the world.
With a variety of long-term programs in Israel, Masa is able to provide meaningful, enriching experiences to young Jews from many different countries, backgrounds, levels of education, and fields.
Since its founding in 2004, Masa has helped over 150,000 young adults from 60+ countries to strengthen their connection with Israel, empowering a new generation of connected, committed, and inspired young Jewish adults. These young adults are changing the face of the Jewish world and Israel, as professionals, community leaders, and advocates.
Meet
The
Team
We have years of professional experience running a variety of programs. Wether you want to intern, teach, learn Hebrew, we’re here to help place participants in the program best suited for them
Avner Lasch
CEO of Israel Experience
Yael Toledano
VP Long Term Division
Recruitment & Registration Director
Nerya Ziv
Director of Internships
Lea Bensahmoun
Operations Director
Sam Felderman
Registration and Placement Coordinator
Hagit Borgenicht
Placement Coordinator and Career Advisor
Lia Covo
Field Coordinator
FAQ
Choosing to come to Israel is a big decision, and we are sure you have big questions. We are here to help!
For fast answers, read through our frequently asked questions!
Living in Israel
We have housing in the city center of Tel Aviv. You can view our accommodations here.
Though it may vary for each placement, all participants will complete at least 28-35 hours a week and the rest of their time is for them! You can join a gym, volunteer, take classes – it is up to you.
Most of Israel goes on vacation during that time, so you can take the chance to explore Israel on your own, or we could always connect you with a family to spend the holidays with. Housing will be open during the holidays.
All of the businesses and organizations we work with understand they are bringing English speakers onboard, which means that all of your tasks will be conducted in English. More importantly- they’re looking for English speakers! You bring your skillset and they work with you from there.
Fees and Expenses
The total cost of the Career Israel program is $8,150 (plus a $50 application fee).
The program tuition is due one month prior to the start of the program. Participants will not be accepted to registration without the program tuition being paid in full.
We ask that you pay the nonrefundable application fee of $50 to begin the interview process and the nonrefundable $150 deposit to reserve your spot. Once you pay your $150 deposit your internship coordinator will contact you to begin the internship placement process.
We recommend bringing $300-$600 a month for your personal expenses such as food and cell phone plan.
We provide your insurance during the program. You can read more about your health insurance policy here.
The total cost includes the housing, health insurance, Hebrew Ulpan, unlimited transportation within your city, a personal internship coordinator and all of the trips and programming.
Program Details
The Career Israel program is open to individuals aged 21-30 that are recognized as Jewish by the local Jewish community or by one of the recognized denominations of Judaism who hold a Bachelor’s degree (summer program is open to current university students).
Our program ranges from 30-50 participants from all around the world.
It is a possibility to receive employment opportunities from internships as well as other companies in Israel due to the experience and connections gained during the internship. Career Israel does not guarantee employment opportunities upon completion of the program.
