As much as we love our space in Anabel Taylor Hall, Jewish Life doesn't begin and end with Cornell Hillel. Keep an eye on this page for Jewish opportunities in Ithaca, New York state and beyond.
Know of another awesome opportunity for the Cornell Jewish community? Click here to submit.
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2018-2019 Campus Engagement Internship
Campus Engagement Interns (CEIs) enable students to connect to the Jewish community, Jewish tradition, and Israel on their own terms. Cornell Hillel is looking for a cohort of innovative, enthusiastic leaders to serve as community organizers and create a welcoming atmosphere for Jewish students at Cornell University.
Click here for more information and the application. Applications are due Monday, April 30.
Click here for more information and the application. Applications are due Monday, April 30.
Summer Development Internship with Cornell Hillel
Apply to be a Cornell Hillel Student Intern this Summer!
Internship dates: late-May through mid-August, exact dates are flexible, with the opportunity to begin before the semester ends, if interested. Approximately 12-20 hours per week with a flexible work schedule based in Ithaca or New York City. Paid position.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 1
Apply To: Director of Development, Susanna Cohen ’12 skc79@cornell.edu.
Please submit your resume and a letter answering the following questions:
(1) Why are you interested in this position?
(2) What experiences would enable you to succeed in this role?
About: Cornell Hillel is seeking a Development Intern to join its team this summer. If you are interested in learning the nuts and bolts of Hillel’s fundraising process, this opportunity will provide you with hands-on experience learning about fundraising basics, donor relations and alumni affairs, database systems, marketing and communications, and events. You will play a key role as Cornell Hillel closes its 2017-2018 annual campaign and begins strategizing for the next academic year. Ideal candidates are organized, outgoing (“people person”), self-motivated, creative, strong multi-taskers and self-starters who take initiative. Potential projects include making fundraising and thank you phone calls, facilitating donor acknowledgements and other mailings, analyzing gift data, prospect and donor research, report writing, database management, and event planning.
You will help with the planning, logistics, and follow-up for events with alumni and parents that will take place in New York City and on-campus in Ithaca for Reunion, Orientation and more. From researching ideas to helping carry out a major event, this is a great opportunity to learn about event planning and project management.
If you enjoy connecting with Cornellians, this internship will also provide you the opportunity to partner with Cornell Hillel’s Alumni Leadership Committee on events and launch creative initiatives for the growing Cornell Jewish Young Alumni Network.
Qualified applicants should have experience in Microsoft Office, including Excel, and strong writing skills. Familiarity with donor databases is a plus.
Internship dates: late-May through mid-August, exact dates are flexible, with the opportunity to begin before the semester ends, if interested. Approximately 12-20 hours per week with a flexible work schedule based in Ithaca or New York City. Paid position.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 1
Apply To: Director of Development, Susanna Cohen ’12 skc79@cornell.edu.
Please submit your resume and a letter answering the following questions:
(1) Why are you interested in this position?
(2) What experiences would enable you to succeed in this role?
About: Cornell Hillel is seeking a Development Intern to join its team this summer. If you are interested in learning the nuts and bolts of Hillel’s fundraising process, this opportunity will provide you with hands-on experience learning about fundraising basics, donor relations and alumni affairs, database systems, marketing and communications, and events. You will play a key role as Cornell Hillel closes its 2017-2018 annual campaign and begins strategizing for the next academic year. Ideal candidates are organized, outgoing (“people person”), self-motivated, creative, strong multi-taskers and self-starters who take initiative. Potential projects include making fundraising and thank you phone calls, facilitating donor acknowledgements and other mailings, analyzing gift data, prospect and donor research, report writing, database management, and event planning.
You will help with the planning, logistics, and follow-up for events with alumni and parents that will take place in New York City and on-campus in Ithaca for Reunion, Orientation and more. From researching ideas to helping carry out a major event, this is a great opportunity to learn about event planning and project management.
If you enjoy connecting with Cornellians, this internship will also provide you the opportunity to partner with Cornell Hillel’s Alumni Leadership Committee on events and launch creative initiatives for the growing Cornell Jewish Young Alumni Network.
Qualified applicants should have experience in Microsoft Office, including Excel, and strong writing skills. Familiarity with donor databases is a plus.
Job Opportunities at Temple Beth-El in Ithaca for 2018-2019
To apply for any of these positions, please submit your cover letter, resume, and a personal statement to Rabbi Suzanne Brody director@tbeithaca.org
Religious School Teacher
- You love working with kids and want to share what you love about Judaism with kids through fun projects and structured learning.
- You know Jewish customs, history, and traditions, a decent amount of Hebrew, and have a strong background in tefillah (prayer).
- You are able to effectively communicate with both students and parents.
- Classes meet Sunday mornings 9-12:30 and Wednesday afternoons 3:30-6 pm at Temple Beth-El.
Gesher Madrich/a (Supervise our after-school program)
- You love playing with kids.
- You are able to engage a diverse group of ages simultaneously.
- Meets Wednesdays 2-4 at Temple Beth El
Youth Advisor for Kadima and USY
- You are a creative, enthusiastic, and energetic individual who loves creating and running Jewish programs for teens and preteens.
- You are comfortable being a Jewish role model to middle and high school students.
- You excel at recruitment and communications.
2018-2019 Jewish Studies Courses
Download the below files for more information.
| jwst_fa18_course_descriptions.pdf |
| jwst3711.pdf |
Cornell Adult University
Spend the summer in Ithaca! Work for Cornell’s Adult University!
Applications are being accepted for:
More information and application here.
Applications are being accepted for:
- Youth Instructors (Science, Mock Trials, Fashion Design, Computer programming (Scratch), and Photography)
- Youth Counselors
- Residential Teen Program Counselors
More information and application here.
Cornell Certificate of Engaged Leadership
Lead with a public purpose. Pursuing the Certificate in Engaged Leadership will challenge you to bring about the world you wish to see — now and throughout your life. You’ll build on your interests and experiences (from courses to extracurricular activities) and develop the skills you need to be an engaged leader — recognizing what the world needs from you and bringing about change through collaboration and respect. You’ll learn how to:
- Build professional, academic and civic skills
- Chart a course for lifelong leadership development
- Address complex issues of public concern with effectiveness, humility, and empathy
- Make the most of mentorship opportunities
- Collaborate with community partners effectively and ethically
- Strengthen your speaking and writing skills
- Engage in meaningful reflection and deliberate dialogue
