High School Assistant

United States & Canada

To be a part of the StandWithUs High School Assistant Program, students should meet the below expectations:

• Be a college student. Ideally, the student should be a StandWithUs Emerson Fellowship alum or a StandWithUs High School Internship alum.

• Plan to work in the Israel education world after graduation.

• Be available to work 10-15 hours per week including some weekends.

• Take at least one course that you feel will benefit you in this position, this includes: Management, Leadership, Education, Non-Profit Work or Middle East Studies...etc.

As part of the requirements, High School Assistants must fulfill the following expectations:

• Work with your regional High School Coordinator and Associate Director of High School Affairs to help manage and build relationships, educate students and train leaders in your region.

• Work with High School Coordinator and Associate Director to manage outreach and programming within 100-200 mile radius of your university, including new student outreach.

• Run 2-3 TLC Chapters in your area:

  • Includes mentoring all TLC members to become leaders and guide them on programming ideas and event planning.

  • Manage 4 Google Hangouts per semester for the 2-3 TLC chapters in the region.

• Be available to speak in your community and give educational presentations in your region and at the SWU conferences.

• Attend a once a month meeting with High School Associate Director.

• Attend a one-on-one once a week meeting with your High School Coordinator.

• Join the High School Coordinator Google Hangout on the last Monday of every month.

• Complete High School Staff Weekly Check-in once a week.

• Attend the StandWithUs High School Internship Conference, August 4-8, 2019, in Los Angeles.

• Attend the StandWithUs International Conference, January 17-20, 2020, in Los Angeles.

• Assist in fundraising efforts, community engagement and outreach/programming for StandWithUs in your region.

Evaluations

High School Assistants will be evaluated throughout the year based on the following criteria:

• Impact and quality of the initiatives and programs run throughout the year by students in the region.  

• Leadership skills.

• TLC mentorship and professional development.

• Handling of anti-Israel or anti-Semitic situations.

• Communication with StandWithUs High School Staff including High School Coordinator and Associate Director.

• Fulfilling all event and reporting requirements.

• Attending all conferences, Google Hangouts and One on Ones.

Exemplary fellows will receive:

• An opportunity to apply to work at StandWithUs full-time with a very strong recommendation upon graduation.

Recruitment

• Required to recruit at least 5-15 students for the TLC chapters along with the help of their regional High School Coordinator.

• Required to find 10 students to apply for the StandWithUs High School Internship.

• Required to recruit a replacement at the end of the year if he/she is not planning on returning as an Assistant.

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Apply here:

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Southwest Campus Coordinator

United States, Los Angeles, CA

Summary:
The Campus Coordinator recruits, trains and assists students to become successful activists for Israel through the creation of new or development of existing pro-Israel programs, public events, conferences, materials and websites. The Campus Coordinator helps represent StandWithUs to the greater community, through outreach programs and fundraising activities that build StandWithUs’ local profile.

Campus Work:

• Outreach to college students and professional staff on campus (Hillel/Chabad), as well as other professionals

• Maintain an active presence on campus

• Mentor students on advocacy and program skills

• Work with students to create new programs and strengthen existing ones

• Recruit students for SWU Emerson Fellowship, SWU Conferences, and internships

• Help plan SWU conferences, including small regional summits

• Plan speaker tours and major events

• Document student activities

  • Take good photos

  • Get stories and testimonials

  • Quantify campus data

• Maintain open communication with rest of campus staff and participate in conference calls

• Hold regular conference calls with fellows, and be in regular communication with students

• Learn SWU presentations and offer yourself as a speaker to Universities and High Schools

Community Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with Local SWU community chapter

  • Help with events

  • Keep Community Director informed of your activities

• Establish Relationships with local community leaders, if asked to do so

• Be a community builder so you can bring people together for events

• Meet with local donors to support your programming

• Network with local synagogues and churches and offer yourself as a speaker

• Administrative duties for local chapter including phones, data entry, etc.

Press Responsibilities:

• Establish relationships with local journalists

• Try to get your programs covered

• Be available for interviews

Qualifications:

• Degree from 4-year University.

• Demonstrated project management, supervisory and time management skills.

• Computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office and internet applications.

• Knowledge of Israel’s history, culture and current affairs.

• Experience in campus activism and leadership.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail oriented, self-motivated, organized, reliable, team player, proactive, strong work ethic, leadership skills; ability to multitask.

• Position Based in Los Angeles, California.

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule

• Access to a car is mandatory.

For more information, contact campus@standwithus.com
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to campus@standwithus.com

Research Volunteer/Intern

United States, Los Angeles, CA

About this Position
Jewish educational nonprofit seeks volunteer or intern to assist with researching issues about Judaism, anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism and Israel. This position would report to the director of marketing and co-founder to help provide for content for various print and online educational materials. Excellent communication skills and computer literacy (including Microsoft Office) required. Knowledge of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict is a plus. You can work from anywhere, however working in Los Angeles is also a plus. Send your resume or an email with any contact information and or questions to researcher@standwithus.com

High School Student Volunteers

United States, Los Angeles, CA

StandWithUs is looking for six high school student volunteers to work on a fun research and writing project over the next two months. This is an important, confidential project for our mission, and you will have the opportunity to work with high-level staff in the organization.

Volunteers must be good writers and researchers. The position will require approximately five to ten hours per week over the next two months. However, the hours you work will be flexible, and you may work from anywhere. If you are located in the Los Angeles area you could also work out of our headquarters as well is preferred.

If interested, please let us know how soon you could begin the project. Send letter and/or resume to research@standwithus.com. We will provide a letter of recommendation at completion.  

Video Production Associate

United States, Los Angeles, CA

StandWithUs is seeking a video production associate for our Los Angeles office. This is an opportunity to help tell the story of Israel and the Jewish people and showcase the work of StandWithUs. Duties include shooting interviews, editing video, media management, A/V coordination, and recording events. The job requires a self starter, someone who can prioritize tasks and coordinate well with other departments. The video department creates content for all of StandWithUs, including Campus, High School, Middle School, Legal, social media and research. Our video content reaches millions of people each year both online and during educational and promotional events. 

Video experience is mandatory as is knowledge of Israeli history and current events. 

The position comes with full benefits, Jewish and national holidays off, and does require occasional work on weekends. Salary based on experience.

Please send cover letter and resume to video@standwithus.com

Tri-State Area High School Coordinator

United States, New York City, NY

Position Description – The StandWithUs high school program is for students interested in learning more about Israel and becoming involved in the pro-Israel community. The High School Coordinator will be based in New York City.

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The High School Coordinator recruits, educates, and mentors high school students in the Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, and CT) to become successful educators for Israel. Reporting to the Executive Director of High School Affairs and Managing Director of High School Affairs, the High School Coordinator is a member of a dynamic team of young, passionate leaders, and works with various student and community groups to provide education and resources to high school teens. 

Throughout the year, the High School Coordinator will focus on cultivating new and existing relationships with high school students of all faiths, educating them about Israel, mentoring them in effective Israel education skills, and providing them with resources and material. In addition, the position entails recruiting student participants and providing them with guidance and support throughout their participation in the program. 

The High School Coordinator will assist the Executive Director of High School Affairs and Managing Director of High School Affairs in developing new campaigns and materials, updating educational content, and promoting the organization’s online and social media presence. The High School Coordinator helps represent StandWithUs to the greater Tri-State community through outreach programs and fundraising activities that build StandWithUs’ local profile. 

The position entails frequent travel within the specified region. If you live in an area where public transportation is not commonly used, it is a requirement to have a personal vehicle available to you, a valid driver’s license, and current, comprehensive drivers’ insurance including liability, for work-related matters.

Additional Duties – The High School Coordinator should be available to the executive management for additional assignments as needed, including events and meetings outside normal working hours. 

Responsibilities: 
 

• Recruitment and outreach to high school students and teachers of all faiths.

• Consistent communication with students, and the program’s professional staff.

• Consistent use of social media platforms to promote the high school department, our work, our students’ work, and our accomplishments.

• Provide educational resources and material for student leaders, including activism training. 

• Mentor students on advocacy and program skills. 

• Work closely with students to create new programs and strengthen existing ones.

• Assist in the planning and execution of local, regional, and national conferences and summits. 

• Document student activities: photos from campus events, gathering testimonials, quantifying campus data, etc. 

• Communicate and facilitate efforts with local SWU community chapter (ie: events organization and promotion) 

Qualifications: 
 

• B.A. required. Recent graduates with knowledge of Israel and international politics. 

• 2-3 years of experience in Israel advocacy on campus required. 

• Passion for educating and mentoring teens on Israel. 

• Leadership experience in camp, youth movements, synagogues, and teen programs. 

• Experience with teaching, lecturing, public speaking required. 

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

• A high degree of creativity and flexibility in order to meet organizational objectives and demands. 

• Demonstrated project management, supervisory and time management skills. 

• Computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office and internet applications. 

• Detail oriented, self-motivated, organized, reliable, team player, proactive, strong work ethic, leadership skills; ability to multitask. 

• Must have American citizenship or a valid work visa. StandWithUs cannot sponsor visas.

The position includes a competitive salary and healthcare benefits. 

Position Start Date: Flexible during Spring 2020.

For more information, contact highschool@standwithus.com. 

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to highschool@standwithus.com.

Midwest Campus Coordinator

United States, Northbrook, IL

Summary (full time): 
The Campus Coordinator recruits, trains and assists students to become successful activists for Israel through the creation of new or development of existing pro-Israel programs, public events, conferences, materials and websites. The Campus Coordinator helps represent StandWithUs to the greater community, through outreach programs and fundraising activities that build StandWithUs’ local profile. 

Campus Work: 
• Outreach to college students and professional staff on campus (Hillel/Chabad), as well as other professionals 
• Maintain an active presence on campus 
• Mentor students on advocacy and program skills 
• Work with students to create new programs and strengthen existing ones 
• Recruit students for SWU Emerson Fellowship, SWU Conferences, and internships 
• Help plan SWU conferences, including small regional summits 
• Plan speaker tours and major events 
• Document student activities 
• Take good photos 
• Get stories and testimonials 
• Quantify campus data 
• Maintain open communication with rest of campus staff and participate in conference calls 
• Hold regular conference calls with fellows, and be in regular communication with students 
• Learn SWU presentations and offer yourself as a speaker to Universities and High Schools 

Community Responsibilities: 
• Coordinate with Local SWU community chapter 
• Help with events 
• Keep Community Director informed of your activities 
• Establish Relationships with local community leaders, if asked to do so 
• Be a community builder so you can bring people together for events 
• Meet with local donors to support your programming 
• Network with local synagogues and churches and offer yourself as a speaker 
• Administrative duties for local chapter including phones, data entry, etc. 

Press Responsibilities: 
• Establish relationships with local journalists 
• Try to get your programs covered 
• Be available for interviews 

Qualifications: 
• Degree from 4-year College or University. 
• Demonstrated project management, supervisory and time management skills. 
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office and internet applications. 
• Knowledge of Israel’s history, culture, and current affairs. 
• Experience in campus activism and leadership. 
• Clear written and verbal communication skills. 
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized, reliable, team player, proactive, strong work ethic, leadership skills; ability to multitask. 
• Position Based in Chicago. 
• Access to a car is mandatory.

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Apply here.

Hispanic Outreach Coordinator

United States, Northeast

Summary: 
Reporting to the StandWithUs Executive Director of Campus Affairs and the Director of StandWithUs Northeast, the Hispanic Outreach Coordinator has two main responsibilities: 1) recruiting, training, and mentoring the Hispanic Emerson Fellows in order to help them become successful activists for Israel on their campuses and in their churches 2) fostering and maintaining strong partnerships with interested churches and communities, and arranging speaking engagements to educate with them. Finally, the Hispanic Outreach Coordinator helps with StandWithUs fundraising activities as needed. 

Campus Work: 
• Outreach to college students and professional staff on campus (Hillel/Chabad), as well as other professionals 
• Maintain an active presence on campus 
• Mentor students on education and program skills 
• Work with students to create new programs and strengthen existing ones 
• Recruit students for SWU Hispanic Emerson Fellowship, SWU Conferences, and internships 
• Document student activities 
• Take good photos 
• Get stories and testimonials 
• Quantify campus data 
• Maintain open communication with campus staff and participate in conference calls 
• Hold regular conference calls with fellows, provide leadership-building opportunities, and be in regular communication with students

 
Community Responsibilities:
• Book speaking engagements with Hispanic Churches and communities in North America to share StandWithUs’ educational presentations 
• Serve as the main point of contact for Hispanic and Christain Affairs in North America

• Including participation in fundraising events, galas, and conferences.

• Coordinate with their local SWU community chapter and help with relevant programming

• Keep Community Director informed of your activities

• Establish Relationships with local community leaders, if asked to do so

• Be a community builder so you can bring people together for events
• Meet with local donors to support your programming 
• Network with local synagogues and churches and offer yourself as a speaker 
• Administrative duties for local chapters including phones, data entry, etc. 
 

Press Responsibilities: 
• Establish relationships with local journalists 
• Try to get your programs covered 
• Be available for interviews 

Qualifications: 
• Degree from 4-year College or University. 
• Demonstrated project management, supervisory and time management skills. 
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office and internet applications. 
• Knowledge of Israel’s history, culture, and current affairs. 
• Willingness to travel regularly in North America and work flexible hours.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills. Must be a native Spanish speaker and fluent in English.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, organized, reliable, team player, proactive, strong work ethic, leadership skills; ability to multitask. 
• Demonstrated Church involvement is preferred as well as basic theological training.
• Access to a car is mandatory.

• Based in NYC, Miami, Los Angeles, or Chicago

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Please send your resumé and cover letter to