As the hub for Jewish students on campus, UM Hillel is here to help you find your niche and empower you to “do Jewish” your way. We know that Judaism comes in a lot of shapes and sizes, so we encourage you to choose your own adventure! Feel free to explore these opportunities and get social with us on Insta, Facebook
If you are planning a visit to the University of Miami and want to stop by Hillel to meet our staff, learn about our programs schedule your UM Hillel tour today!
Please fill out the form below and a member of our staff will email you within two business days to make arrangements for your visit. Please allow additional time over the weekend or on holidays.
Schedule a Visit
And if you are an incoming student, please be sure to fill out our New Cane Intro Form so we can update you on pre-arrival and move-in opportunities! We look forward to meeting you!
The Campus Engagement Internship focuses on engaging uninvolved Jewish students on campus. You will work with your friends who are comfortable being Jewish, but don’t necessarily associate themselves with Hillel. Additionally, you will choose a focus project to work on during the year. This is a great internship for students who are incredibly social and like bringing people together.
Applications are now closed.
Take over Hillel’s FB, Insta, and Snapchat accounts and turn them into “living beings,” with creative stories on a daily basis. You will work closely with Hillel’s social media accounts to enhance our email, FB and other visual identity and communication. The perfect candidate will have a track record of social media influence, reflected through a consistent online presence or professional experience in marketing agencies, along with proficiency in Adobe Suite, Canva, Photoshop.
Learn how by emailing Shayna at shayna@miamihillel.org
Applications are now closed.
Powered by Repair the World and Hillel International gives student interns the skills and resources to engage their peers in service, civic engagement and social change work. In addition to running service projects that engage their peers, Interns will participate in a small cohort experience with other interns. Applications open at the beginning of each school year.
Are you passionate about Israel? This multifaceted internship allows you to develop interpersonal and professional skills by creating unique Israel programs for our campus from educational seaker series to cultural events. Work directly with our IACT Coordinator to recruit students for our Birthright Israel trip and other travel opportunities.
Learn how by emailing Jonah at jonah@miamihillel.org
Applications are now closed.
Experience Israel like a true Miami student! Our 10-day trip is an enhanced experience with Israeli peers for all 10 days, visits to army bases, and a hand-picked itinerary tailored to our students. Get ready to make 40 new friends at the U and have the experience of a lifetime! Summer 2024 applications open in January
Registration for Winter Birthright is Open
This unique Israel travel experience brings our universities top student leaders to Israel and the West Bank to dive into the complexities of the conflict, while experiencing the culture of the region first hand. Accompanied by a handful of Jewish student ambassadors, participants will have the opportunity to ask tough questions and partcipate in deep discussions.
Trip Posponed to May 2024
Grab your passport and build your resume with a summer internship in Israel! Join the Miami cohort of students who spend two months learning, working, and immersing themselves in Tel Aviv.
We’re proud to support the passions of our students and enable them to connect with different networks around the country. We send an annual delegation to the AIPAC Policy Conference, have hosted the Latino-Jewish Summit, and a wide range of other opportunities. Interested in attending a conference? Let us know how we can support you!
Being on the Student E-Board gives you the opportunity to shape the future of our Hillel and be a representative of the student body. Our E-board has multiple positions that each contribute to our functioning as an organization while allowing you to build your leadership skills. Positions include President, Executive Vice President, Treasurer, VP of Communications, VP of Jewish Life, VP of Israel Affairs, VP of Outreach/Inclusion, VP of Social Justice/Tikkun Olam, VP of Student Life.
The Jewish Learning Fellowship is a 8-10 week program where we will come together weekly for dinner and an intriguing conversation about Judaism in our world today. We will be asking the big questions and exploring the old mixed with the new. This is a chance to engage with your Jewish identity, join in weekly meals, participate in meaningful conversations, build community, and receive a stipend upon the completion of the fellowship.
Get your hands dirty for a good cause! Our challah crew bakes fresh loaves every Thursday right here at UM and sells them for $5 in the breezeway on campus every Friday. All of our proceeds benefit a local kosher food bank and the national hunger-relief movement Mazon. Whether you stop by to braid or order our cinnamon swirl flavor every week, do your part in helping alleviate world hunger!
Cane PAC was born from a group of students’ personal ties to the state of Israel and their belief in the power of peace. Their mission is to ensure a global pro-Israel stance. This diverse group of student leaders hosts meetings, speakers and events throughout the year and sends an annual delegation to the AIPAC Policy Conference.
Whether it’s chatting about the weekly Torah portion or learning how to read Hebrew, Rabbi Jason Cook is available for individualized learning.
Get connected with all things Hillel during your first semester on campus! FLC allows you to build a crew of first-year pals, plan events for your friends, and gain leadership experience you can add to your resume!
If you’re looking for a community to sing, eat, and celebrate with, look no further! UM Hillel hosts Shabbat experiences every Friday night, with services starting at 6:00 PM and a glatt kosher meal served at 7:00 PM. We love to mix things up, so keep an eye out for our alternative experiences.
We know how unique Miami is, and our holiday celebrations follow suit! We host traditional and alternative experiences throughout the year, from Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur to Purim and Pesach.
“Thank you Hillel for being the epicenter of my college experience. This organization has taken me to Israel, allowed me to progress and grow as a leader, has given me the most meaningful friendships at UM”
Traveling with Birthright through the University of Miami Hillel was an incredible journey filled with light, hope, and compassion…This once in a lifetime opportunity forever bonded me to 44 other students by building a meaningful shared experience that I will remember forever.