​Explore Israel on your own!​ 

Here at Hillel Milwaukee we believe in taking our student’s experiences to the next level by bringing them to Israel, on their own terms.

Experiencing Israel first hand will advance the students’ personal relationships with Israel, and will help them form their Israel identity.

Below you will find different Israel experience opportunities available to our students!

Go on Birthright Israel with hillel Milwaukee

Birthright Israel: Hillel trips connect Jewish students to their Jewish journey and identities, to Israel as the homeland of the Jewish people, and, upon return, to their Jewish communities. Students are led through Israel by Jewish professionals and will experience Jewish history and Israeli culture through unforgettable tours, hikes, and unique activities.

Registration is  now open for our Winter 2023 Trip!

Winter 2023 Trip Dates: Monday, January 2 - Friday, January 13

REGISTER

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​Questions? Contact Heni Bizawi, JAFI Israel Fellow at heni@hillelmke.org

*This trip is a gift from Birthright Israel.
 
Taglit-Birthright Israel is an innovative partnership between the people of Israel through the Government of Israel, private philanthropists through the Birthright Israel Foundation and Jewish communities around the world (North American Jewish Federations, Keren Hayesod, and the Jewish Agency for Israel).

​This is way more than just a trip to Israel, it's a journey of a lifetime! 
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Masa Israel

Masa is an umbrella organization for many different Israel opportunities and it has an internship for everyone!!
Whether you’re interested in launching your own business, saving the environment, or developing your artistic talent, we’ll help you find the perfect experience with Masa Israel.
 
Masa Israel offer two different ways for you to intern in Israel.
  • Featured internships are the newest openings offered by some of Israel’s most exciting and innovative organizations.
  • Customized internships are internships we design especially for you and your interests. Browse through examples of custom internships we’ve built in the past.

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Onward Israel ​

Onward Israel offers a competitive and attractive venue for young people seeking such experiences at affordable prices, and for time periods ranging from six to ten weeks. While meeting the individual needs of the participants and allowing them to advance their resumes, Onward Israel programs will also feature inspiring educational modules, with special attention dedicated to activism opportunities within local communities and institutions after program completion and to the development of a deeper understanding of Israel and enhanced Jewish identity and commitment.

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Israel Government Fellows

The Israel Government Fellows program is a unique leadership program, endorsed by the Office of the Prime Minister of Israel. Participants will work within the Israeli government system, attend seminars with some of the leading figures in Israeli political and public life, and meet other young Jewish leaders from around the world.
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Study Abroad

Hillel Milwaukee is working closely with all study abroad departments in all universities in the Milwaukee area.
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If you are interested in studying in Israel, for a semester or more than that, please contact Heni Bizawi at heni@hillelmke.org and she will help you find the right path for you. 

Leadership Trips

Hillel Milwaukee is partnering with a variety of trip organizers that offer a diverse options for traveling in Israel and learning more about the country and everything related to it.
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If you are interested in participating in an Israel trip please contact Heni Bizawi at heni@hillelmke.org, and she will help you get to the place you were looking for. 

Volunteer in Israel

Whether you’re interested in coexistence, refugee issues, community development or teaching English, we’ll help you find the perfect experience. There is a variety of volunteer and service learning experiences available to young adults and we will connect you to meaningful opportunities to make an impact in Israel, while immersing yourself in its unique culture.
 
Some organizations that you can look into are:
For more opportunities in Israel contact Hillel Milwaukee’s JAFI Israel Fellow, Heni Bizawi at heni@hillelmke.org