The Internship Experience for Future Community Leaders connects students with employment and the local Jewish community

Jewish Federation of St. Louis is excited to open applications for the 2016 Class of The Internship Experience for Future Community Leaders. This nine-week, paid summer opportunity provides employment at a local business or non-profit organization, a community mentor and opportunities for students to engage with the local Jewish community as part of a special cohort.

“This program is designed to help you- to help you succeed, to help you live a professional life within the St. Louis community and within the Jewish community,” said Sam Gallup, 2015 Intern. “There’s nothing that can prepare you for your future better than this.”

To be considered for The Internship Experience for Future Community Leaders, students must:

  • Attend college in St. Louis or live in St. Louis and attend college elsewhere;
  • Be entering their Junior or Senior year of college in Fall 2016;
  • Be available Monday through Friday, May 30 – July 29, 2016 ;
  • Be Jewish or interested in the St. Louis Jewish community;
  • Have access to transportation

Additionally, Jewish Federation of St. Louis is seeking local businesses or non-profit organization to participate in the program.

“I recommend this program as a powerful partnership of outstanding, young Jewish leaders and effective organizations who are delivering key programs and leadership throughout our region,” said Rev. Dr. Martin J. Rafanan, Coordinator of Champions Programs, Missouri Jobs with Justice. “Such a partnership helps students to grow in their development while providing organizations with the opportunity to benefit from the energy, enthusiasm and professionalism of young leaders. It’s a wonderful combination for new thinking and change.”

Learn more and apply at JFedSTL.org/The-Internship-Experience. Applications are being accepted now through January 15, 2016. For more information, contact Nate Rosenblum at NRosenblum@JFedSTL.org or 314-442-3726.