Current Opportunities

  • The JFEW Scholarship program provides 3-year scholarships to young women who are members of CUNY Hillels.

    Students receive:

    • $4000 Scholarship for sophomore, junior and senior years

    • Paid summer internship between sophomore and junior year

    • Professional development opportunities and events

    • 1:1 mentorship and guidance

    Eligibility:

    • Full-time enrollment at a CUNY College

    • Three academic years (6 semesters) remaining

    • Demonstrated financial need

    • Minimum 3.0 GPA

    Interested? Email Eva Vazquez evazquez@commonpoint.org or click here to apply

  • The Paulson Leadership Award is designed to support the pursuit of higher education of Jewish students who demonstrate leadership, entrepreneurship, and/or volunteerism in their local or campus community.

    Applicants must have a current GPA of 2.5 or higher to qualify and the applicant’s parents/guardians must not have completed a four-year college or university degree.

    Eligible Colleges: Baruch College, Brooklyn College, College of Staten Island, Hunter College, John Jay College, Lehman College, Queens College, City College

  • Participate in dialogue and collaboration with students of different faiths, fostering understanding and shared community initiatives.

  • Engage in meaningful social justice work, contributing to community service projects and learning about social change.

  • CAMERA on Campus

    Status: Open Now

    Funding / Stipend: $1,500 stipend upon completion

    About the Opportunity

    The CAMERA Fellowship is a year-long program that trains student leaders in factual Israel advocacy, media monitoring, and op-ed writing. Fellows gain hands-on media experience, attend a national leadership conference, and receive funding to host campus events.

    Key Benefits

    · All-expenses-paid Leadership Conference, including travel stipend

    · 1-on-1 mentorship from experienced writers and editors

    · Media training and op-ed coaching

    · Campus event funding

    Eligibility

    College students interested in Israel engagement, media bias, and op-ed writing.

  • ADL New York / New Jersey

    Status: Rolling

    Funding / Stipend: Contact for details

    About the Opportunity

    ADL's college internship program offers students in the New York/New Jersey region hands-on experience combating antisemitism and hate, leading educational workshops, and supporting campus advocacy efforts.

    Key Benefits

    · Practical experience in antisemitism response

    · Campus advocacy and coalition building

    · Opportunity to lead "Words to Action" workshops

    · Flexible Fall, Spring, and Summer terms

    Eligibility

    College students in the New York/New Jersey area.

  • StandWithUs

    Status: Rolling

    Funding / Stipend: $250 per semester

    About the Opportunity

    The First-Year Leadership Internship introduces first-year students to Israel advocacy and campus leadership through a structured workshop series and mentorship.

    Key Benefits

    · 5 interactive Zoom workshops

    · 1-on-1 mentorship with StandWithUs staff

    · Campus leadership development

    · $250 stipend per semester

    Eligibility

    First-year college students.

  • Israel on Campus Coalition (ICC)

    Status: Next application cycle: January 2027

    Funding / Stipend: Fully funded trip; no cash stipend

    About the Opportunity

    The Geller International Fellowship is a selective six-month program for approximately 40 student campus leaders, culminating in a fully funded 10-day trip to Israel and the UAE, plus a national leadership summit in Washington, D.C.

    Key Benefits

    · 6-month intensive leadership program

    · Fully funded 10-day trip to Israel and the UAE

    · All-expenses-paid National Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.

    · Network with approximately 40 student leaders nationwide

    Eligibility

    Selected student campus leaders; approximately 40 participants nationwide.

  • StandWithUs

    Status: Next application cycle: March 2027

    Funding / Stipend: $1,000 stipend, plus paid Campus Liaison opportunities may be available

    About the Opportunity

    The Emerson Fellowship is a one-year leadership program that empowers students to educate their peers about Israel and combat antisemitism on campus. Fellows receive training, mentorship, and support to run impactful campus initiatives.

    Key Benefits

    · 1-year leadership development program

    · Expenses covered for 2 major national/international conferences

    · Strategy and campaign support from StandWithUs staff

    · Paid Campus Liaison opportunities available

    Eligibility

    Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. Graduate students considered case-by-case.

For more information contact Rachel