The Lowy International School's Career & Internships Center provides career services for international students at Tel Aviv University, including:

• individualized career guidance,
• internship placement support,
• career-readiness programs.

International students can do internships in Israel through Tel Aviv University within an academic framework: placements offered through the Lowy International School are unpaid and must be part of an academic program.

Internships are short-term work experiences that provide hands-on exposure to professional environments, allowing you to engage in real workplace settings while exploring potential career paths. Opportunities vary across industries and organizations in scope and structure, and typically involve a predetermined number of hours over a defined period, whether during the summer or throughout the academic year.

 How to Choose the Right Internship?

When choosing an internship, it is important to look beyond the organization’s name and consider the experiences you will gain and the skills you will develop.

An internship can serve as a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience, explore career interests, and strengthen professional abilities. To truly benefit from the experience, take initiative by asking questions, learning actively, and building professional connections.

You can find additional tips on the Career Resources page. 

Internship Eligibility for International Students

• Check your eligibility based on your visa status. (Check information about various types of visas)
• Understand whether paid or unpaid internships are permitted.
• See when an internship can be completed as part of your academic program.
• Identify the pathway that applies to your situation.

Important: It is the student’s responsibility to verify their eligibility for employment and internships.

Additional Host Organization Requirements 

Depending on the organization and the specific internship role, host organizations may request additional information or documentation as part of the placement process.  

This can include relevant prior experience, certificate of integrity, a copy of a valid passport, confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements, and other materials related to the nature of the internship. Requirements may vary, so students should be prepared to provide requested documents in a timely and professional manner. 

 The Lowy International School Internships 

A variety of internships and summer programs are available to Tel Aviv University students through multiple University units and affiliated programs. 
 
Internships offered through the Lowy International School at Tel Aviv University are unpaid and take place within an appropriate academic framework. These internships must be defined as an integral part of an academic program. 

Please note that the awarding of academic credit for an internship depends on the policies of the academic program or unit in which the student is enrolled, as well as on the nature of the internship and the academic framework through which it is offered. 

 Summer Internship Program  

Held during June–July, this program offers a focused opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the workplace while participating in an accompanying academic course. Students combine practical experience with structured learning, gain relevant professional skills, and receive academic credit, all while spending the summer in Tel Aviv and engaging with the local professional landscape. 

For more information check the Summer Internships page.