FJL Summer in NY/DC 2026 Application

The Jewish Leadership Programme: FJL Summer in NY/DC 2026 Application

Programme Dates: JULY 1 - 29, 2026
FJL Summer in NY/DC 2026 Application & Onboarding:
1. Complete the FJL Application (this form). The application will ask for some basic personal information, details about your Jewish background and involvement, and two short essay questions (100-150 words each). It should take about 10-15 minutes to complete.
  After your application has been reviewed, you may be invited to schedule an online interview.
  You will be notified within two weeks regarding the outcome of your application. If accepted onto the programme, a non-refundable deposit of £500 will be due within five days in order to confirm your place.
2. Internship Placement: Once your deposit has been received, you will begin the internship placement process with FJL’s internship coordinators. Further details about the placement process can be found on the FJL website.
3. The remaining balance is due when your internship is confirmed or two months before the programme starts, whichever comes first.
4. Financial Assistance: The full cost of setting up and running the programme is in excess of £6,000. Due to the generosity of FJL donors, all applicants will be granted an automatic subsidy. The cost after this subsidy is £4,450 (Sterling). You may request additional financial assistance in the application.
*Flight costs are not included.
**Participants must purchase travel health insurance through FJL’s group policy. More details will follow.

For more information, contact: info@jewish-leadership.com or see the FAQ section on the website.
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Gender*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Phone Number*
Email*
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Second Email*
example@example.com
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityCounty

Postal Code
Please upload a headshot. This will be used in the brochure if you are accepted onto the programme.*

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Education and Jewish Background
Name of Secondary School*
Name of current university*
Degree subject*
In Autumn 2025, which year of university did you begin?*
How did you hear about the programme? (Be specific with connection and names)*
Please describe your Jewish educational background, if any*
Have you been affiliated with any Jewish youth groups? If so, what was your level of involvement?*
Please describe your Jewish involvement on university campus (Shabbat dinners, Jewish learning classes, Volunteering, Israel advocacy)*
Into which religion were you born?*
Into which religion was your mother born?*
Into which religion was your father born?*
Please provide details of any conversions in your family
Financial Assistance

If you’re accepted, you can apply for financial assistance by submitting a short letter explaining your need.
Will you be applying for financial assistance?
Internship Area
Important, Please Read:

Internship Placement Criteria
To learn more about the FJL Internship placement process and to check your eligibility for specific industries, please refer to the Internship Eligibility & Requirements document. This document outlines important details, including academic and experience requirements, application deadlines, year-of-study restrictions, and additional notes for certain industries.

CV Requirements
Acceptance to the FJL Internship Program requires submission of a CV that meets our specified criteria. Please ensure your CV follows the guidelines outlined in the CV Guidelines document and refers to the provided CV example for format and content. Submissions that do not meet these standards may affect your application’s consideration. See FJL CV Guidelines and Example here.

IMPORTANT: Uploaded CV should be MAX 1 page long.
Please upload your CV (max 1 page) and include your full name in the file name, e.g., Firstname_LastnameCV.pdf*

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Please indicate preferred industry area that you would be interested in:*
If your field of interest is not listed above, please indicate here.
Please explain why you want to work in that specific area*
Personal Reflections on Jewish Identity & Leadership

Please answer two of the following questions (100-150 word written response)
How has October 7th shaped your Jewish identity?
Who is a Jewish leader whose journey and accomplishments resonate with you deeply, and share how they motivate you on your own path?
What has been a meaningful experience you’ve had with Jewish learning — whether in a class, a conversation, or another setting?
Terms and Conditions and Program Expectations

We kindly request that all applicants dedicate time to thoroughly read our website and review the sample itinerary. These resources provide crucial insights into the upcoming FJL summer experience. Ensuring alignment between your expectations and our programme's offerings will contribute to a fulfilling and enjoyable summer with FJL.
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The Jewish Leadership Programme: FJL Summer in NY/DC 2026 Application

Personal Information

Education and Jewish Background

Financial Assistance

Internship Area

Personal Reflections on Jewish Identity & Leadership

Terms and Conditions and Program Expectations