Student Leadership Opportunities
There’s something special about the Jewish community. At Hillel, our student leaders help the more than 4,200 Jewish students on campus plot their Jewish journey. We don’t believe that there is one right way to “do Jewish,” but we do know that one of the best ways to share the meaningful experiences, relationships, and community that make our campus special is through the work done by our Interns.
Each semester Hillel offers between 25-30 student leaders a chance to build the Jewish community that they want to be a part of at the University of Wisconsin-Madison through relationship building, networking, and crafting meaningful experiences.
Connect with Students
Whether you’re meeting people at Shabbat dinner at Hillel, taking a new student out for a coffee or Ice cream, hosting a thought-provoking conversation, or just enjoying time spent with other Jewish students, as a Hillel Intern, you’ll do your best to help students connect with and explore what it means to be a part of the Jewish community.
With the support and training of Hillel’s professional staff, you’ll use your own experiences, interests, and social networks to build Jewish community.
Grow and Learn Together
Being a leader takes work! Thankfully, there is no shortage of examples of different types of leaders in the Jewish community. Through a combination of formal training and informal experiences, we’ll explore what roles we can play in the community and develop the skills that we need to be in community with other people. Together, with the rest of the student leaders, you’ll think about where your Jewish journey can take you and get closer the people who can support you on the way.
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Engagement
Interns
Our Engagement Interns play a crucial role in student outreach and involvement at Hillel. As an Engagement Intern, you will build relationships with students from all years and majors, plan and host events that foster community and engagement, and promote Hillel’s mission by connecting with students and encouraging their participation. This role allows you to develop leadership skills through hands-on experience in event planning and community building. Additionally, you will work closely with Hillel staff, gaining valuable mentorship and professional guidance. This unique opportunity enables you to make a significant impact on the Jewish student community while acquiring essential skills and experience.
Advancement
Interns
As an Advancement Intern you will help with all things development and marketing, working on things like Launchpad, website development, and fundraising. You will also connect with alumni to help build a network of support and mentorship, this connection not only strengthens the Hillel community but also provides valuable insights and resources that can enhance our programs and initiatives. These initiatives will help you leave a legacy here at Hillel.
Hillel
Ambassadors
Hillel Ambassadors are the welcoming face of our community, greeting everyone who walks through our doors. They staff the front desk, give tours of the building, and more! In addition they will help pack and deliver Badger Boxes & matzah ball soup, engage with new & prospective students, and host Hillel events like Shabbat dinners!
Leadership
Council
Our members of the leadership council head committees that plan for holidays, organize wellness events. connect with Greek life, and much more. This is an opportunity to help lead events wherever your
interests lie.
We offer council chair positions such as:
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Civic Engagement
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Campus Partnership
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Israel
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Shabbat
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Holidays
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Culture and Art
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Greek Life
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Wellness
At Hillel, we empower students to build their own Jewish community through relationships, programs, and events. We offer professional skill development, leadership practice, and networking opportunities. Our flexible programs cater to diverse student needs, providing various levels of responsibility and compensation. This approach benefits both students and Hillel, fostering dedicated leaders and strong connections with staff mentors.
