ARK Interns

Building the next generation of out-of-the-box Jews.

ARK internships empower teens to continue making Judaism meaningful in their lives while gathering skills to become leaders in the Jewish community.

ARK interns are assigned to an Adventure Rabbi Kids class and work under the supervision of their classroom teacher. Interns are an integral part of the ARK community. The students become attached to the teens, and the teachers depend on them. Therefore, interns are expected to attend most of the sessions.

ARK interns support each other as they take on increasingly more significant levels of responsibility for themselves and others. The teenage years are tough; ARK internships give students an oasis where they can shine and help others shine.

The staff empowers the interns to help lead the group and engage the children. The interns interact closely with the children, ensuring each feels safe and included in the Adventure Rabbi Kids experience.

A close-knit cohort of 4-6 participants
Mandatory orientation/ training
Internships in Adventure Rabbi Kids classes
Leadership Opportunities on Adventure Judaism Retreats
Interns must maintain a membership with our congregation

Selected students generally are:

Compassionate and Kind

Our Bar and Bat Mitzvah class provides many opportunities for students to step up to the plate and help each other. Our interns displayed compassion in situations such as helping a more introverted student enter the conversation, hanging back with a slower hiker, and listening respectfully to classmates and teachers.

Committed to Community

We try to select students who, either on their own or with their families, are likely candidates to be ongoing participants in our community.

Enthusiastic

Enthusiasm is contagious! Students who are excited about their own Adventure Judaism experience will share that with Adventure Rabbi Kids students.

Responsible

We select interns who consistently show up on time and with the correct gear. The students we invite complete their homework without much badgering from our staff. Students who take responsibility for themselves are ready to handle the responsibility of caring for others in Adventure Rabbi Kids.

To Apply

Students must email Rebecca Shavit-Lonstein to express their interest. Send an email stating your interest and why you think you would be a great intern. If you do not have her email, please use the form below to request it.

Fee

There is no fee for this program, although participants must be members of our congregation for their entire internship. More information about membership is here.»