Hillel offers year long internships for outstanding college students at the Michigan State University. Interns gain a unique opportunity to affect many aspects of Jewish campus life while receiving an excellent professional and learning experience. Hillel interns will be responsible for coordinating, organizing and executing programming in their specific program area.

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An ideal intern will be a student active in campus life with strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to Hillel and Jewish life on campus and a strong desire to develop programming for campus. Interns will work closely with a Hillel professional as their supervisor. Listed below are brief descriptions of each internship position.

 

​Athletic Interns

Joseph Lourie & Ryan Schwartz

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Athletic Interns promote community and connection through sports and recreational programming at MSU Hillel. They organize intramural teams, plan athletic and wellness-focused events, and help coordinate two of Hillel's signature traditions—the annual Matzoballers 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament and the Ryan Rosman (z"l) Memorial Student Broomball Tournament. Through these initiatives, Athletic Interns create fun, inclusive opportunities for students to build friendships and connect with fellow students through a shared love of sports.

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Executive Leadership intern

Noah Forman

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​The Executive Leadership Intern works alongside MSU Hillel's Executive Director to strengthen the organization's impact on campus and within the broader community. This intern helps build relationships with university partners, supports strategic initiatives, assists with donor and community engagement, and contributes to programs that elevate Jewish life at MSU. The role provides hands-on experience in nonprofit leadership, community relations, fundraising, and organizational strategy.

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Langer multimedia Intern 

Ayalet Lasser & Amanda Silverstone

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The Langer Multimedia Intern produces publicity tools to advertise Hillel events. These tools include, but are not limited to, the Hillel calendar, fliers, event invitations, etc. All projects are assigned and overseen by Hillel staff.

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jewish learning fellowship interns 

Sophia Goldapper & Rachel Chynoweth

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The Jewish Learning Fellowship (JLF) is an experiential, conversational seminar for undergraduate students looking to deepen their understanding of Judaism on their own terms. JLF interns help recruit new students for the seminars, work with our Jewish educator to plan sessions and handle logistical aspects of the program. 

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Relationship Building Interns

Evyatar Eliav, Sage Hartman, Layla Prchal, Lauren English & Charlotte Derrow

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Relationship Building Interns strengthen connections between MSU Hillel and communities across campus by building meaningful relationships with diverse student leaders. Through outreach, collaborative programming, and leadership development, interns help expand Hillel's reach, foster partnerships with student organizations, and create opportunities for dialogue and engagement. 

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Ryan Rosman (z'l) Engagement Interns

Dani Dolgoff, Ell Johnson, Julie Rapp, Elan Rosenberg

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Engagement Interns work to get new and uninvolved students active in MSU Hillel and the Jewish Student Union. A friendly face on campus, the Engagement Interns work closely with freshmen and sophomore students to help make their MSU experience welcoming and positive.

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Spartan start interns

Shir Dvir & Zach Elbinger

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Spartan Start Interns play a vital role in welcoming incoming Jewish students to Michigan State and helping them build meaningful connections from day one. Working closely with MSU Hillel professional staff, interns help plan and lead Spartan Start, engage new students throughout the year, foster relationships within the Hillel community, and serve as ambassadors for Jewish life on campus. 

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Ryan Rosman (z'l) Jewish Business Association Intern

Gabe Treves

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​​The Jewish Business Association represents the interests of Jewish undergraduates studying business at MSU. Supervised by Hillel professionals, the Ryan Rosman (z’l) Jewish Business Association Leadership Intern works closely with Hillel professionals to cultivate JBA membership and organize programming of interest to JBA members and the larger Jewish student community. 

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Birthright Israel recruitment interns

Lilly Broutman, Nolan Light & Sam Ostrow

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Birthright Israel Recruitment Interns play a key role in helping their fellow Spartans experience the life-changing journey of a free trip to Israel. Interns work closely with Hillel’s professional staff to identify, connect with, and inspire their peers to register for Birthright Israel through MSU Hillel and Israel Outdoors. From tabling and social media outreach to one-on-one conversations and creative campaigns, they help spread the word and build excitement on campus.

Stand With Us Emerson Fellow

Julie Rapp & Elan Rosenberg

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With a generous grant from Rita and Steve Emerson, the StandWithUs Emerson Fellowship is a prestigious one-year fellowship program that recruits, trains, educates, and inspires pro-Israel college students to become an elite cadre of leaders on college campuses across North America. StandWithUs Emerson Fellows form a network of trained pro-Israel student leaders, chosen from 100 campuses, who utilize their skills and energy to inspire their peers to run effective, dynamic educational events that bring Israel’s message to their campuses. 

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