“Project Kesher” is the Summer Teen Internship Program at Jewish Home that encompasses both hands-on training and classroom studies. Interns will gain knowledge about the aging process, explore career opportunities, and engage with residents — all while putting Jewish values into action!

Who: Teens entering 9-12 grades
When: August 5-30, 2024 - Monday to Friday 10:00 am - 3:30 pm.
Where: Jewish Home Farash Tower, 2021 Winton Rd S.
Up to $540 stipend and 50 hours of volunteer/community service upon completion.

Participants are selected based on their application, interview, and references.

Please complete the entire application.

In addition, we need a reference from one of your teachers who can tell us about your academic and personal qualifications. This could be either in the form of a letter or an email to sbacman@jewishseniorlife.org. Be sure to tell the person that a timely submission of the recommendation is important. Please provide the following information: Name of teacher writing recommendation, School name, Address, Phone and E-Mail address.  

Call Silvana Bacman, Jewish Life and Learning Coordinator at (585) 784-6839 for any questions.

Please note that your application will only be considered when all materials (application, essay & written reference) have been received. We will then schedule an interview with you. Acceptances are made on a rolling basis. Limited capacity.