It's time for you to take a GAP Year
The Berlin-based 10-month professional and personal development program for young Jewish adults.
What is JAcademy for you?
Career development
• Intern at 2 high-profile companies y 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.
2 Internships
Jewish Philosophy Studies
Enriching abroad experience
Personal Improvement Courses
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
14 Days in Israel
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 our 2021-2022 cohort
Testimonials
Meet Our Leaders
Rav Noam Miller
Director of Education
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Rav Noam spent nine years studying in Yeshiva in Jerusalem where he received his rabbinical ordination. He uses his diverse passions and wide range of knowledge to bring various Jewish ideas and customs to life.
Ita Afanasev
Director of Jacademy
After moving to Germany from Kiev as a teenager, Ita studied law in the Goethe University Frankfurt and Jewish studies in Jerusalem.
She then moved to Berlin to initiate and coordinate Jewish educational projects.
Ita developed the JAcademy program in order to share with others what she continues to strive for – professional development, personal growth, inspiration, and Jewish values.
Kalina Dobreva
Alumni Coordinator
Kalina was born in Bulgaria and has lived in several different countries. She holds a Master’s degree in Organizational Behavior and Development. Kalina works as Alumni Coordinator for The Ronald S. Lauder Foundation and coordinates programs designed to bring value to the graduates of JAcademy.
Elmira Tarivierdiieva
Project Manager
Elmira is originally from Odessa. She has lived and studied in 6 different countries. Holds a Master’s degree in International Relations. Elmira is a Member of the World Jewish Congress’ Jewish Diplomatic Corps. She uses her creative and diplomatic skills to organize and facilitate programming at JAcademy.
JAcademy is proudly supported by:
Contact us:
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Berlin, Germany
