It's time for you to take a GAP Year
The Berlin-based professional and personal development program for young Jewish adults.
What is JAcademy for you?
Career development
• Intern at 2 high-profile companies in Berlin and London
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• Increase your hireability with a Business English certification
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• Boost your business skills with practical courses
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• Enlarge your network by meeting successful CEOs and managers
Personal Growth
• Improve your relationships with soft skill courses
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• Travel to multiple countries for unforgettable experiences
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• Discover yourself through one-on-one coaching
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• Create lasting friendships in a small group
Inspiration
• Connect to your roots through Jewish literacy and philosophy
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• Learn how to implement Jewish values and mindfulness into your life
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• Attend Jewish social events and expand your Jewish network
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• Visit different communities and experience authentic, Jewish life
TESTIMONIALS
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JAcademy - Your Jewish GAP year
Choose with confidence
Making big decisions is tough. Our stimulating and varied program helps you discover your goals, strength, and interests so you make the right decisions, confidently.
Discover who you are and who you can become
The smartest people work every day to provide the best service and to make our clients happy
Semester I
10 Days in NY
Berlin Internship
Semester II
London Internship
Semester III
MORE!
Apply for Scholarship
Every student has a chance to apply
We work with every student to create a payment structure that works for them. Full year, all-inclusive price: 14,000€ (Price does not cover medical insurance and local transportation costs).
Financial aid for qualifying students: Up to 12,000€
*Request an application for details.
Your journey starts now
Apply for the next Jacademy cohort here
Testimonials
Meet Our Leaders
Shifra Rabinowitz
Director
Originally from Philadelphia, USA, Shifra moved to Berlin to join the Lauder Yeshurun Team. She has a background in Psychotherapy and Organizational Leadership, and has many years of experience working with young adults and helping them to make their mark. Shifra is a vibrant educator, and is passionate about helping others find meaning, growth, and joy in all aspects of their lives.
Rav Yaakov Rabinowitz
Educator
Rav Yaakov Rabinowitz was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. He is an ordained rabbi, a licensed psychotherapist, and trained as a chef. He holds a masters degree from New York University and is passionate about helping people find their purpose. In his spare time, Rav Yaakov loves listening to podcasts and audiobooks, and is an avid student of Brazilian Jiujitsu.
Rav Shloimie Ringer
Educator
Rav Shloimie Ringer, originally from Antwerp, Belgium, spent 15 formative years in his hometown before embarking on an 11-year journey of intensive yeshiva study in Israel. After dedicating the last 4 years to becoming a rabbi, he was ordained by the esteemed R. Yitschak Berkovitz. Passionate about impacting lives, he now lives with his wife and 2 kids in Berlin, all while nurturing his love for learning.
Schlomo Bonadarev
Educator
Schlomo Bondarev, originally from Kiew, raised in Düsseldorf, is a passionate advocate for Jewish empowerment and community development. As the Director of Olami Germany, he and his team guide the journey of Jewish students and Young Professionals, fostering growth and connection to Jewish values. With a background in financial economics from the universities of Konstanz and the Manchester Business School, Bondarev’s thirst for knowledge led him to further deepen his Jewish understanding at Machon Yaakov Yeshiva in Jerusalem. Founding board member of the Jewish Students Union of Germany (JSUD) and former Vice President of the Jewish community of Konstanz, he channels his zeal for development into creating spaces for young minds to flourish.
Martin
Educator
Martin is a storytelling trainer, personal coach, mindfulness teacher, and author with more than 15 years of experience working with more than 1000 people in intercultural settings. He has been published in most major German papers.
Rav Daniel Fabian
Educator
Rav Daniel Fabian studied biology and was ordained as a rabbi by the Rabbinerseminar zu Berlin. He works as a research assistant at the Nikolaus-Cusanus Chair of the Humboldt University zu Berlin and is completing his doctorate in law as the Dr. Roman Skoblo Fellow. He is also the state rabbi and police rabbi of Saxony-Anhalt and honorary co-chair of Congregation Kahal Adass Yisroel. He lives in Berlin with his wife Daniela and their 5 children.
JAcademy is proudly supported by:
Contact us:
[email protected]
Berlin, Germany
Impressum
Herausgeber
Lauder Yeshurun gGmbH
Brunnenstr. 33
10115 Berlin
Geschäftsführer
Joshua Spinner
Handelsregister Abteilung
B Amtsgericht Charlottenburg HRB 66635 B
Postanschrift und Kontakt
Lauder Yeshurun gGmbH
Brunnenstr. 33
10115 Berlin
Tel: +49-30-40 50 46 930
Fax: +49-30-40 50 46 939
E-Mail: [email protected]
