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PIP arranges information sessions for interested applicants. If you’re not able to make it to a session, you’re welcome to write to us with inquiries via the website or Facebook.

We encourage all interested young Palestinian professionals to apply to PIP. Applying to PIP is free and does not mean that that the applicant has committed to participation. Only once accepted to the program does the applicant decide whether or not to commit to joining PIP. Applications are made via the “APPLY NOW” section of our website.

PIP carefully assesses all applications. Applicants that PIP thinks have a good chance of being matched with one of PIP’s host companies are invited to an interview. Given the high number of applications received, PIP is not able to interview all applicants.

 

Following the interview, PIP selects candidates for its “finalist pool”. “Finalist” candidates are those who PIP deem to be fit for the program and representative of the program values. PIP will then work with these candidates to apply to companies at which he or she is interested in working. Companies will conduct an interview or technical test for candidates.

 

A company will decide whether or not to make an internship offer to the PIP candidates. If the company makes an offer, the intern then decides whether or not to commit to becoming a PIP intern at the company. If the company decides not to make an internship offer to the intern or the intern decides not to intern at a certain company, PIP will endvor to seek an alternative host company for the candidate.

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PIP APPLICATION

Why YOU Should Be a PIP Participant:

The Palestinian Internship Program (PIP) arranges paid work experience opportunities for Palestinian professionals in information and communication technology (ICT), engineering, marketing, finance, and science fields. Internships take place at leading multinational companies, Israeli and Palestinian tech start-ups, investment firms, and others, most of which are based in the Tel Aviv/Herzilya, Jerusalem, Haifa, Nazareth, and Ramallah areas.

 

The program also includes workshops led by top entrepreneurs and business school professors, visits to leading companies, and networking events that will help you gain job market exposure. So, if you are a budding professional passionate about developing Palestine’s knowledge-based economy and advancing your career, please apply via the link blow!

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Frequently Asked Questions:

If you're ready, submit your application! If you still have some questions, reach out to chat with a PIP team member.

Who can apply?

PIP accepts applications from Palestinian university graduates, particularly in fields related to high-tech, such as ICT/engineering, marketing, finance and business development. Nevertheless, talented and ambitious graduates in all subjects are encouraged to apply. Key requirements are:

  • Desire to gain employment experience in a new and challenging work environment.

  • High personal integrity, professionalism and work ethic.

  • Bachelor’s degree with a strong grade (most interns are graduates, although some current students are accepted too).

  • English language proficiency.

  • Past work experience (preferred, although not required).

  • Commitment to using skills gained through PIP to build the Palestinian private sector economy, especially the tech sector.

يقبل PIP الطلبات المقدمة من خريجي الجامعات الفلسطينية ، لا سيما في المجالات المتعلقة بالتكنولوجيا الفائقة ، مثل تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات / الهندسة والتسويق والتمويل وتطوير الأعمال. ومع ذلك ، يتم تشجيع الخريجين الموهوبين والطموحين في جميع المواد على التقديم. المتطلبات الرئيسية هي: الرغبة في اكتساب خبرة عمل في بيئة عمل جديدة وصعبة. النزاهة الشخصية العالية والمهنية وأخلاقيات العمل. درجة البكالوريوس بتقدير جيد (معظم المتدربين هم من الخريجين ، على الرغم من قبول بعض الطلاب الحاليين أيضًا). مهارة اللغة الإنجليزية. خبرة العمل السابقة (يفضل ، وإن لم تكن مطلوبة). الالتزام باستخدام المهارات المكتسبة من خلال برنامج PIP لبناء اقتصاد القطاع الخاص الفلسطيني ، وخاصة قطاع التكنولوجيا. ​ لا يمكنك التقديم بشكل مستقل على برنامج PMP ، يجب أن يتم ترشيحك من قبل محترف تنفيذي. تواصل مع جهات الاتصال الخاصة بك إذا كنت ترغب في الترشح وسنتصل بك لإجراء المقابلة.

What can I gain from being a PIP participant?

  • The opportunity to apply to PIP Internships- where you will gain valuable, high-level work experience at a top company.

  • Professional skills development workshops led by leading business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators (recently from Microsoft, Hayyati, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, Coders of Colour, etc.).

  • Visits to companies (recently Microsoft Reactor, ActiveFence, Intel, JVP, etc.).

  • Networking among business leaders & entrepreneurs from the Palestinian and Israeli tech ecosystems.

  • 1-on-1 Mentoring with high-tech industry professionals who will help you perfect your CV, prepare for interviews, and practice networking.  

  • Professional support from PIP post-internship including references, job referrals, and career advice.

 

المهارات والمعرفة من خلال خبرة عمل عالية المستوى في شركة كبرى. ورش عمل يقودها رواد الأعمال والمبدعون (مؤخرًا من كلية هارفارد للأعمال وجامعة براون وباتري فينتشرز). زيارات للشركات (مؤخرا مايكروسوفت ويامسافر). التواصل بين المتدربين والداعمين لـ PIP في عالم الأعمال. التوجيه الشخصي من شخصية بارزة في مجال عملك. الدعم المهني من PIP بعد التدريب ، مثل المراجع والإحالات الوظيفية والمشورة المهنية.

Do Interns receive a salary from their companies?

Yes. In addition to providing a meaningful employment experience, all host companies pay at least local minimum wage (in Israel: 5,300 Shekels – approximately 1,350 US Dollars – for a full time position).

نعم بالإضافة إلى توفير تجربة عمل ذات مغزى ، تدفع جميع الشركات المضيفة على الأقل الحد الأدنى للأجور المحلية (في إسرائيل: 5،300 شيكل - حوالي 1،350 دولارًا أمريكيًا - لوظيفة بدوام كامل).

Is there a cost to participate in PIP?

There is 300 Shekels commitment fee for participating in PIP. The fee will only be collected from those who are accepted and have joined the program. Financial aid is available as needed. 

Who are the Host Companies?

So far, 60+ companies that have participated include Google, Microsoft, Intel, Cisco, Pitango, NFX, MassChallenge, Reuters, Yamsafer, Medisafe - and more join every cycle! Companies include multinational companies, local startups, and venture capital funds based in Israel and Palestine, including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Herzilya, Ramallah, Haifa and Nazareth.

Why do the Host Companies participate?

Companies participate in PIP because they recognize the talent of PIP Interns and understand that hiring young talent with diverse perspectives is a good business decision. PIP Host Companies support PIP’s goals of developing the Palestinian ICT sector through meaningful work opportunities for young Palestinians. The program's value to Host Companies is demonstrated by 65% of PIP’s Interns being offered an extended role at their companies post- internship!

تشارك الشركات في PIP لأنها تدرك موهبة المتدربين في PIP ، وتعتبر أن توظيف المتدربين هو قرار تجاري جيد ، وتدعم هدف PIP المتمثل في تطوير قطاع تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات / الخدمات الفلسطيني. تتضح قيمة البرنامج بالنسبة للشركات من خلال حقيقة أن أكثر من نصف المتدربين في PIP قد عُرض عليهم حتى الآن دور موسع في شركاتهم بعد فترة تدريبهم.

Who handles the logistics of my Internship?

  • For Interns who require, PIP offers a grant of up to 1,000 Shekels per month for three months to cover travel and/or accommodation near their companies.

  • PIP works with a third party to facilitate the contracts and payments for the Internship. 

  • PIP applies for permits to enter Israel for those who require them.

للمتدربين الذين يحتاجون إلى ذلك ، يقدم PIP منحة تصل إلى 2500 شيكل شهريًا لمدة ثلاثة أشهر لتغطية السفر و / أو الإقامة بالقرب من شركاتهم. يساعد PIP داخليًا في التفاوض بشأن الاتفاقيات التعاقدية مع الشركات المضيفة. تقدم PIP للحصول على تصاريح لدخول إسرائيل لمن يحتاجون إليها.

I'm interested in applying! What next?

PIP applications are open on a rolling basis, and accepts applications a few months prior to the start of a new Cycle. Submit your application by clicking the link here, and someone from our team will be in touch with you!

تطبيقات PIP مفتوحة على أساس متجدد ، وتقبل الطلبات قبل بضعة أشهر من بدء دورة جديدة. أرسل طلبك بالضغط على الرابط هنا ، وسيتواصل معك أحد أعضاء فريقنا!

Find the PIP application online:

You can apply here, or by filling out the form below.

Fill out the online application in English. You will receive a response to your application when the recruitment period begins and may be contacted for an interview. Please note that new cycles begin in January and July, and interviews begin 2 months prior to new cycles.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

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