Description

The Kibbutz Program Center is the premier independent provider of long term Israel programs on and off kibbutz and the sole representative of the Israeli Kibbutz Movement in North America. Our programs focus on Hebrew language education and hands on experiential learning in the unique environment that are Israeli kibbutzim. We have developed a wide range of programs covering volunteering, co-existence, Arabic education and social justice activism in Israel. All of our programs include trips and opportunities to explore the country and taste the culture of Israel. So experience Israel now & with an amazing long term program from the Kibbutz Program Center!

Volunteer
Kibbutz Volunteering

Volunteering on a kibbutz is a tradition that thousands of adventurers from all over the world have undertaken from the founding of Israel until today. Kibbutzim accept volunteers between the ages of 19 and 35 who want to live and work and play on kibbutz for 2 1/2 to 6 months. Registering for a volunteering slot, including acquiring health insurance and the necessary visa, costs USD610 (USD350 non-refundable registration fee + USD260 program fee), which is paid to our office in New York before you leave for Israel. Once on kibbutz you will work in exchange for room and board and a small amount of pocket money. There is generally great camaraderie amongst the volunteers, who hail from all over the world!

Highlights

* Earn credits toward undergraduate or graduate degrees.
* Summer, semester, and year long options.
* Meet and work with a multicultural study body.
* Full moon desert hikes and mountain biking trips.
* Study in courses that are fully accredited through Ben Gurion University.
* Learn with the best and brightest researchers and teachers in the field.
* Explore environmental issues with other students that have similar interests.
* Participate in Peace Building and Environmental Leadership Seminar.
* Room, board, and health insurance included.
* MASA grants available for most participants.
* Live in the kibbutz, desert region of Israel.
* Explore the Arava desert located between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea.
* Environmental touring of the region is incorporated.
* Become part of the Arava Alumni Peace and Environmental Network with branches all around the world.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

All are welcome. Programs for 18-35 year olds. Volunteer Programs for 19-35 year olds.

Intern Types

• Agricultural Sciences
• Environmental Management
• Environmental Sci (Atmosph.)
• Environmental Studies

Languages

• English
• Hebrew

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Starting at USD 610

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Eco-tourism
• Economic Development
• Environment

Age Range

19 and 35

This Program is open to

American and Canadian Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 40-50

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1-2 weeks