Discover the essence of Israel with Young Judaea, where over 70 years of expertise have crafted unforgettable journeys for teens, college students, and young adults from diverse Jewish backgrounds.
What makes our Israel experiences unique? Every moment is a gateway to developing your personal Jewish identity. Become part of a tight-knit community, engage in impactful volunteer experiences, cultivate strong leadership skills through customized internships and classes, and explore Israel’s diverse landscape from a unique perspective.
Choose your adventure and get ready for the experience of a lifetime. Yalla – let’s go!
Teen Summer Program
Gesher
3 Week Summer Program for Rising 11th and 12th Graders
Explore Israel’s breathtaking nature from north to south as you experience heritage and history in ancient Jerusalem, modern innovation and non-stop culture in Tel Aviv, and so much more for three eye-opening weeks!
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Gap Year Program
Year Course
9 Month Gap Year in Israel for Recent High School Graduates
Year Course includes a semester in Tel Aviv, a semester in Jerusalem, and a month of service and programming around Israel. You’ll have a one-of-a-kind, customizable experience in Israel while building an incredible community of friends for life!
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College and Beyond
Amirim is a two-month summer internship program customized to your field of interest. Live in Tel Aviv, experience regular trips, and build your Jewish community!
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Onward Israel, a partner of YJ, can provide you with an immersive 6-10 week experience in Israel that builds on past trips, and allows you to enhance your resume, too!
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School Trips
Plan an unforgettable Israel trip for your school, synagogue, or organization with Young Judaea! With 70+ years of experience in planning Israel experiences, unparalleled service, and a pluralistic approach, YJ’s tailor-made programs create lifelong memories.
What People Are Saying
“Year Course’s open approach enabled us to explore Israel in whatever way felt meaningful to us. We got to visit so many beautiful sites and listen to countless inspiring speakers.”
-Mia, Year Course 2022-2023
“From the memories of laughter, to learning from the top of Masada, to exploring King David’s tunnel with some of my closest friends, my Gesher experience has reinvigorated me with a new sense of self, further connecting me with my Jewish identity.”
-Sabrina, Gesher 2021
“We’re getting ready for our third trip with Young Judaea for our 9th and 10th graders. They developed a trip with our students in mind, they respond to our requests for changes from year to year, and we always love our tour guide! Young Judaea staff are easy to work with, and they take care of everything from the moment we get through security until it’s time to say goodbye.”
– Cantor Paula Pepperstone, Director Rabbi
Jacob H. Epstein School of Jewish Studies Syracuse, New York