School Twinning Programs

A weeklong tour of Spain’s Andalusia region followed by the core three-week Israel Journey experience. Retrace Jewish history during the Golden Age of Spain, climb the Rock of Gibraltar, and soak up the sun on Spain’s famous Costa Del Sol. Then continue from Spain to Israel, traveling from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south. Experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, watch the sunrise from the top of Masada, and tap into the innovative spirit of Tel Aviv.

Kerem B’Yavneh is an elite center for high-level Torah learning with a rich tradition of devoted, intensive learning in a vibrant Beit Midrash. It is an Israeli-style Yeshivat Hesder with a Zionistic outlook that strives to develop the student’s ability to learn Gemara and Rishonim independently on an in-depth, sophisticated level. The Beit Midrash is the center of the wider yeshiva community, and the spirit of learning spills over into all the corners of the green campus.

Bnei Akiva Machane Avoda is an experience of a lifetime that you’ll never forget. It’s a unique camp where you’ll see new sights and places, make lots of new friends, see Israel like never before and have the time of your life! This isn’t just a tour – it’s Israel Machane – and as you’d expect from Bnei Akiva, there’s loads to learn. Even when you don’t realize it, you’ll be soaking up more than just the sun.

Are you craving to learn the language of the chosen people? Want to be able to have a conversation in Hebrew? Would you like to give back a little? Do you have any plans for the summer? The Beach, Hebrew & Volunteer is the ultimate way to spend your summer and have an experience of a lifetime in Israel. Come to Israel for a four week Hebrew Ulpan program, volunteer several days a week and make an impact on an Israel community and enjoy the gorgeous beaches of Ashdod, Israel.

Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Har Nof, Jerusalem, Yeshivat Lev Aharon is a leading yeshiva offering a unique Sephardi experience in the exploration of Torah and Israel. The program continues its tradition of building well-rounded young men who take the Torah perspective they learn in yeshiva with them into their future lives. Lev Aharon is the perfect place for the young man who is looking to mature as a Jew and connect to Torah, while enjoying an exciting Israel experience.

Bnei Akiva Machane Avoda is an experience of a lifetime that you’ll never forget. It’s a unique camp where you’ll see new sights and places, make lots of new friends, see Israel like never before and have the time of your life! This isn’t just a tour – it’s Israel Machane – and as you’d expect from Bnei Akiva, there’s loads to learn. Even when you don’t realize it, you’ll be soaking up more than just the sun.

Elite Academy is a 3-year program designed for academically-motivated Jewish students spanning all levels of observance and academic interests. It is bolstered by a strong support network comprised of Jewish Agency professionals who continually interface with students and their parents. Each class has both educational and professional teams working with it, providing social and educational instruction and moral support. Participants are each paired with a host family who provides home-away-from-home hospitality during Shabbat and school holidays, and a warm and caring environment. Participants receive full room and board, medical insurance, two free flights (to and from the program), small monthly stipends, and budgets for travel within Israel and maintaining telephone contact with family. In return, they are required to take their studies seriously, achieve the educational objectives of the Academy, and abide by its rules. After 14 years, over 90 percent of Elite students have graduated from their adopted school and have received an Israeli Matriculation (Bagrut) that is recognized by the top universities and colleges worldwide.

Experience a taste of Israel in this unique and wonderful trip. Learn how Israelis all over the country live. Volunteer on a kibbutz, soak up the sun in Tel Aviv and volunteer in developing cities of Israel.

Yeshivat Hakotel aspires to give international students the opportunity to learn Torah in a genuine Israeli Yeshivat Hesder environment, fostering a true love of Israel, its' people, and the Torah through intense learning, integration with Israeli students and hikes and recreation throughout the year. It offers a vast range of programs including multi-level Gemarah classes, Jewish Law, Jewish Thought, and Tanach lessons as well as special guest lectures on varied topics. In addition to studies and numerous hikes throughout the year, the Yeshiva also offers a volunteer program in the Jerusalem area. Yeshivat Hakotel is a participant in the Yeshiva University Daniel Abraham Israel program which allows participants to receive a year's worth of college credits. The Yeshiva is also a participant in the Bnei Akiva Olami Hachsharat Torani and the Bnei Akiva America Tochnit Zion programs.

Torani enhances your year of learning. Complementing your time at Yeshiva or Midrasha, you’ll take part in leadership seminars, group Shabbatot and time on Kibbutz. You’ll be more independent than ever, yet you can relax in the knowledge that your needs are being looked after.

A Beit Midrash program designed to develop the student's independent learning skills coupled with intensive touring of Israel aimed at nurturing a love for the land, people and State of Israel.

Journey into the jungles on Eco-Quest Costa Rica. This active travel experience features zip-lining above cloud forests, hiking on active volcanoes, and kayaking on the tropical beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Then continue from Costa Rica to Israel on Israel Journey. Travel from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south.

Bnos Sarah is a program geared towards Beis Yaakov graduates who are seeking an advanced academic curriculum in religious studies. We provide an enriched program of advanced Jewish education while strengthening the students’ connection to Israel through touring.

Shirat Devorah is a seminary for newly observant Jewish women between the ages of 20 and 30. Our desire is to create a structured learning environment where each student’s individuality and spirituality are nurtured, where they can learn how to live Jewishly and connect to Israel. We wish to give them an understanding of the Jewish People, the “big picture,” and to help them bring out their own learning from within. At Shirat Devorah, we are creating an institution in a place that’s young and vibrant, and is infused with Hassidic tradition, with joy and song.

As Israel’s only English-language B.A. program in the Humanities, our three-year degree is designed to motivate students to explore beyond the confines of single disciplines, by offering a broad selection in various fields in the Humanities.

Azamra seminary is a 1-2 year intense Judaic studies program for English-speaking Bais Yaakov High School graduates ages 16-30 with a strong level of adherence to Halacha and religious observance. Azamra is known for its outstanding faculty and its emphasis upon strong student/teacher relationships. In addition to the challenging and high level courses Azamra offers a comprehensive Israel experience, exploring Israel from the North to the South.

Travel to the grand capitals of Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London on Euro-Quest Western. Then continue to Israel on Israel Journey. Travel from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south.

eCamp is the ultimate summer camp in Israel. We are an English speaking Israel camp focused on technology, media arts and gaming for children and teens ages 7-18. Over a 2 weeks session, campers explore Israeli technology and have a hands-on experience in computer programming, game productions, digital media arts, web designing, Robotics and many more. The opportunity to travel and see Israel together with the opportunity to create friendships with Jewish teens all across the world, make eCamp an unforgettable summer experience for everyone!

There is nothing more powerful than time spent in Israel with Bnei Akiva. On Hadracha Tzeira you will enjoy a unique camp atmosphere, see the whole country, visit new sights, make new friends and have the time of your life!

A grand adventure and tour in the American West. Travel throughout California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona on Trek West USA. Then continue from the USA to the Jewish homeland. Start from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south on Israel Journey.

eCamp is an Overnight international Jewish summer camp located in Israel. English is the common languge and the camp focus on Media and computer workshops, as well as lots of fun and sports activities! Each summer Campers from 30 different countries come together to develop their creative and tech skills, explore the wonders of Israeli innovation and to make life-long friendships. The many choices between our cutting-edge programs allow each camper to select the activity track they love. The opportunity to visit Israel while creating friendships with Jewish teens from all over the world makes eCamp an unforgettable summer experience for campers ages 7-18.

Technion´s BSc degree program in Civil and Environmental Engineering, taught entirely in English by world-renowned Technion faculty, is a four-year degree consisting of 160 credits. It offers qualified students a unique opportunity to study the primary challenges facing both developed and developing societies around the world.

Yeshivat Torat Yosef-Hamivtar is the premiere post college yeshiva in Israel. YTYH offers the unique experience of intense Torah study and personal spiritual growth within the context of both Modern Orthodoxy and Religious Zionism. Religious concepts and ideas are explored with intellectual honesty and with a deep belief in Torah and commitment to Jewish Laws.

Azamra seminary is a 1-2 year intense Judaic studies program for English-speaking Bais Yaakov High School graduates ages 16-30 with a strong level of adherence to Halacha and religious observance. Azamra is known for its outstanding faculty and its emphasis on strong student/teacher relationships. In addition to the challenging and high level courses, Azamra offers a comprehensive Israel experience, exploring Israel from North to South.

Be a part of a close-knit group of teens on Ambassador to Bulgaria, instilling hope in a Jewish community with a remarkable past. Take part in community service projects and build lasting friendships with local Jewish teens from Eastern Europe. Then travel from Europe to Israel on ILSI, an elite leadership program designed for BBYO members. This enrichment experience combines educational touring, leadership learning, hands-on seminars and community service. Come away with a fuller understanding of Jewish history, a deeper appreciation for the complexity of modern Israel, and an enduring connection to the Jewish People.

Be a part of a close-knit group of teens on Ambassador to Bulgaria, instilling hope in a Jewish community with a remarkable past. Then continue to Israel on Israel Journey. Travel from north to south, experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, watch the sunrise from the top of Masada, and tap into the innovative spirit of Tel Aviv.

Israel Way-Oranim's Community Involvement program offers you an incredible opportunity to spend 5 meaningful months immersed in Israeli society as a functioning member of the community, and get the real experience of free community involvement. You will be exposed to life in Israel by living among its citizens, volunteering in Israel and working together, strengthening your ties with the country and its people. You will not be a tourist while in Israel!

Amirim is a 4 or 8 week summer volunteer/internship program for 18 – 27 year olds. Participants on Amirim share apartments in one of three cities: Arad, Bat Yam or Jerusalem, volunteer/intern 4 days a week, enjoy cultural events, optional weekly trips and free time for personal exploration.

Travel throughout the Iberian Peninsula on Euro-Quest Spain, exploring the cities of Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Toledo, Cordoba and Granada. View the art of Picasso, climb the Rock of Gibraltar, tour Al Hambra Palace, and spend a memorable Shabbat on the island of Majorca surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. Then continue from Spain to Israel on Israel Journey. Travel from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south. Experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, watch the sunrise from the top of Masada, and tap into the innovative spirit of Tel Aviv.

From the breathtaking views from Masada to the buzzing excitement of an Israeli market, Taglit-Birthright Israel:CIE has something to offer everyone. Join others from your local community or from across Canada on the experience of a lifetime to connect with the people, the history and the land of Israel itself. Learn about Israeli heritage and immerse yourself in the country's modern, diverse, and vibrant culture. Explore your homeland in the company of Israeli soldiers who will join your group for once-in-a-lifetime experiences such as floating in the Dead Sea, drumming with the Bedouins in their desert tents, and Shabbat services at the Western Wall. There is no better way to experience Israel while making lifelong friendships with other young adults from back home!

Modern Orthodox Yeshiva for the motivated student interested in a skills-based hands-on approach to learning.

Travel throughout the Iberian Peninsula on Euro-Quest Spain, exploring the cities of Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Toledo, Cordoba and Granada. View the art of Picasso, climb the Rock of Gibraltar, tour Al Hambra Palace, and spend a memorable Shabbat on the island of Majorca surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. Then continue from Spain to Israel on Israel Journey. Travel from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south. Experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, watch the sunrise from the top of Masada, and tap into the innovative spirit of Tel Aviv.

Israel Way-Oranim's Tel Aviv Experience allows you to come spend five meaningful and fulfilling months in the most vibrant city and business hub in Israel while exposing yourself to new career opportunities. Here you will have the chance to pursue an internship in whatever career path you choose. If you would rather take a break from the hustle-and-bustle of office work, choose a meaningful volunteer placement instead. No matter which you choose, you will not be making coffee, filing for hours on end or wasting time not being productive. Instead, you will receive hands on guidance and practical training while consistently working on several important projects.

YJ Discovery is designed for those participants new to Young Judaea who want to travel and go off the beaten path, be challenged, see all the diversity that Israel and it's people have to offer, and make friends from all over the U.S.

Reishit provides authentic, balanced, Torah studies in an atmosphere which develops the full inner world of each student. We aim for excellence – in academic achievement, character development, leadership training, and value integration. We cultivate a passion for learning, dedication to our mesorah, commitment to the Jewish people, the land of Israel and compassion for humanity.

Travel to Prague and Budapest to explore the cultural riches and achievements of the Jewish People in Europe. Continue on to Poland and bear witness to the destruction of the Holocaust at Auschwitz-Birkenau, Krakow, and Warsaw. Then continue from Europe to Israel, traveling from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south. Experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, watch the sunrise from the top of Masada, and tap into the innovative spirit of Tel Aviv.

Israel Way-Oranim's Eilat Hotel Experience provides you the opportunity to earn valuable experience in the hotel and tourism industries while living and playing in Israel's resort city. Oranim partners with leading hotel chains in Eilat to provide participants with internship placements. Rotate among a series of positions in your hotel and get a broad perspective of hotel operations. Take course in"Intro to Hospitality"from Ben Gurion University's Eilat campus.

Sulam Yaakov is going on its seventh year. From its start as a cooperative Bet Midrash of barely ten men, it has grown into a Yeshiva which offers one of Jerusalem’s most innovative rabbinical and leadership training programs. To date 22 rabbis have matriculated in our three graduating classes. We focus on core competencies and primary areas of concern and challenge for rabbinical leaders, while still providing high level study in the traditional areas of Jewish Law required for certification (Smicha).

The service center is our one-stop Aliyah hotline, open throughout the day, in six languages.

BIP is a Gap Year program for European participants, which offers one University semester of Ulpan (Hebrew course), Jewish history classes and English classes, volunteering, and seminars on Israeli culture, society, identity, politics and more.

Learn in a classroom without walls, live 4000 years of history and love Israel in an adventure that is unlike any other. Experience history in an exciting and memorable way. Live in college-style campus dorms and study at the agricultural oasis of the brand new campus located at the Eshel Hanassi Youth Village in the Negev. This semester program allows students to live in, learn about and travel in Israel while keeping up with home school classes at all levels, including AP and IB. This deep and meaningful Israel experience includes a 4-day hike in the hills of the Galilee, a challenging desert hike in the Negev, sun and fun in Israel's southern resort of Eilat, a firsthand experience of the I.D.F with the pre-military Gadna Program, and travel to Poland for an emotional voyage of discovery into the grandeur of pre-war Jewish Europe and the tragedy of the Holocaust.

The programs serve as an entering point to Israeli modern art, including visiting exhibitions, galleries, festivals, as well as the creation of personal projects mentored by professional young Israeli artists and photographers. The program also provides participants with an intensive course of Hebrew Study.

The Intensive Hebrew Summer Ulpan brings students from over 40 countries to the University of Haifa to study Hebrew in one of the most effective language learning programs in Israel. The Ulpan is designed for those who want to immerse themselves in an intensive language acquisition experience that is personally enriching as well as academically demanding. Instruction is offered on all levels from beginner to advanced. The Summer Ulpan is divided into two independent four-week sessions, in July and August, each offering all levels of proficiency. Students may register for either or both sessions.

*Young Jews from Israel and around the world getting to know Israel: the land, the culture, and the people. *Six months of personal growth and empowerment (September to February) *Learn and volunteer together to impact Israeli society and each other *Study public diplomacy, Jewish texts, and the concept of a unified Jewish People – together with Israelis, in English *Build your physical endurance and navigation skills – the same skills the Israelis are learning to prepare for their service in the Israel Defense Forces *Located on the pastoral grounds of a Jewish Agency Youth Village

URJ Kesher is an official provider of 10-day Taglit-Birthright Israel trips. This program is 100% free and is open to anyone who is Jewish, age 18-26, and who has never been to Israel on a peer program.

Livnot's Galilee Fellowship is a fusion of challenging hikes, meaningful community service, and spiritual exploration in the mystical city of Tzfat. Livnot is your home away from home in Israel, the place to build a lasting sense of community through adventure, volunteering, and song-filled sunsets across the breathtaking Galilee hills.

Neve is designed for women who wish to increase their Jewish knowledge, improve their learning skills, and enhance their spiritual growth. Neve provides the basic knowledge necessary to lead a true and meaningful Jewish life and affords the opportunity to acquire a much greater understanding of the Jewish faith.

Open to international undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students. Prestigious research internships are offered in the following fields: aerospace engineering, architecture, biology, biomedical engineering, biotechnology and food engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil and environmental engineering, computer science, education in technology and science, electrical engineering, industrial engineering, mathematics, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, and physics.

AMHSI Summer participants don’t just get a guided tour of Israel – they get a passionate and expert teacher to lead and guide them chronologically through the history of Israel. Participants can be eligible to receive 6 college credits. Learn in a classroom without walls, live 4000 years of history and love Israel in an adventure that is unlike any other. Experience history in an exciting and memorable way while living in college-style campus dorms.