Internship Programs in Palestine: Go Middle East offers diverse short-term internship programs for individuals interested in gaining firsthand experience in Palestine. These programs focus on areas such as human rights, Palestinian refugees, children’s education, community development, journalism, media, teaching English, cultural exploration, and studying Levantine Arabic. Participants can choose internships tailored to their interests and career goals, including working with Palestinian children, teaching English, writing about Palestine, exploring Palestinian culture, and contributing to community development initiatives in Hebron, West Bank.
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Who Can Join Our Internship Programs in Palestine?
internship opportunities in Palestine have been gaining increasing attention each year, particularly in the areas of education, community development, human rights, and support for refugees and Palestinian children. Whether you are a seasoned intern, a first-time contributor, part of a group, or a family, there are meaningful ways for individuals from various backgrounds to engage in the West Bank and immerse themselves in Palestinian culture.
Regardless of your background, skills, age, or abilities, we offer internship opportunities that align with your passion and commitment. Join us in making a positive impact in Palestine.
When Can You Join Us And For How Long?
International interns interested in traveling to Palestine and the West Bank can join our internship programs for 1 to 13 weeks at any time throughout the year, including summer, winter, fall, and spring. We offer flexibility with both the starting and ending dates of the programs.
Where are the Internships in Palestine Held?
Our internships in Palestine will occur in the city of Hebron, located 30 km south of Jerusalem. Activities will be hosted at the Go Middle East’s building and the Community Development Activities Center in the Al Fawwar Palestinian refugee camp, situated south of Hebron.
Supporting Palestinians and a Local Organisation
By joining the Go Middle East internship programs, you will support a local Palestinian organization and the broader Palestinian community. The program provides affordable courses for Palestinian students, empowering lower-income families with access to quality education and supplementary English language classes. Additionally, the center offers numerous free workshops, seminars, and courses to assist Palestinian refugees in the city of Hebron.
Finally, volunteers in Palestine play a vital role in contributing to the well-being of the Palestinian community. Your work with us helps foster growth and build pathways of understanding. Our internship projects in Palestine offer numerous opportunities to support education and focus on community development.
Internship Programs in Palestine
Our Internship programs in Palestine are especially ideal for students and people who are looking for summer volunteer and internship programs in the West Bank, Palestine, Israel, or the Middle East. Here you may find the list of our internship programs in Palestine:
1. Internship In Palestine (1-3 months)
Internship In Palestine (1-3 months): The Internship in Palestine Program offers international participants the chance to immerse themselves in Palestinian culture and daily life, as well as learn about human rights, Palestinian refugee situations, and politics in Hebron, West Bank. The internship program involves participating in a highly respected community development initiative run by Go Middle East. To facilitate a deep cultural experience, the Center organizes visits to various institutions, including both Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and governmental organizations, factories, and Palestinian refugee camps in Hebron, West Bank.
This firsthand exposure provides an exciting opportunity for interns to gain insight into daily life in Palestine. The program offers a range of internships at the Center to cater to different interests and career goals. In addition, interns enrolled in the Internship in Palestine program have the option to study either Modern Standard Arabic or Ammiya (spoken Arabic dialects). They can also acquire transferable skills, interact with Palestinian locals, reside with a Palestinian host family, and gain a deeper understanding of the rich Palestinian culture.
2. Teach English & Study Arabic (1-13 Weeks)
Teach English & Study Arabic (1-13 Weeks): The Teach English in Palestine and Study Arabic Program is for all native and non-native English speakers. If you’re an undergraduate, graduate, professional, or retired individual looking for an English teaching opportunity in the West Bank, Israel, the Middle East, or wider Arabic world, this program is for you. By living in Hebron, Palestine, for the duration of your volunteering at Go Middle East, you will be able to meet a variety of people, help Palestinian refugees, and teach English to children and community members, whilst also studying Levantine Arabic as part of your schedule.
This internship is designed for individuals looking for a unique, short-term English teaching position; one which allows you to be immersed in Palestinian culture, politics, and daily life whilst teaching community members aged 12+ on either a one-on-one basis, in small groups of 2-5, or in larger groups of 15-20 safely and sustainably. As well as for those who have taught English as a foreign language, our program is also an amazing internship for those who have had NO prior experience in teaching English and want to explore the role in depth. Suppose you wish to teach in villages and refugee camps in areas such as Jerusalem, Haifa, Jaffa, Tel Aviv, Ramallah, Nablus, Palestine, or Israel in general. In that case, this program is ideal, particularly as our students are eager and keen to meet new people, learn conversational English, and familiarize themselves with other cultures.
3. Teach English for Palestine Program
Teach English for Palestine Program (for English Teachers): This program is a teaching internship program designed for graduate English students and certified English teachers (TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA qualified) to share their pedagogical expertise with local inhabitants of Hebron, Palestinian children, youth and Palestinian refugees in the surrounding area, in the West Bank, Palestine. This teaching English opportunity is perfectly suited for anyone pursuing a career as an English language teacher, possessing an interest in Arabic culture, and wanting to travel to the Israel/Palestine area of the Middle East. This Program differs from other English Teaching Programs run by the Center, and it offers a teaching opportunity specifically for qualified English teachers.
There are many qualified ESL teachers, and this program is an opportunity to teach abroad in the West Bank. As a qualified teacher, we value your expertise, and as such, you will enjoy all the benefits of our other programs: 3 hours a week Arabic Lessons, accommodation provided by the Center, cultural tours in the local area, but all for a much reduced rate of 250 Euro a month. This program of English Language tuition provides international English teachers the opportunity to live in Hebron, Palestine, by working through Go Middle East. A core mission of Go Middle East is to provide Palestinian children, youth, and refugees the resources necessary to gain English language proficiency and professional skills, and international English teachers play a crucial role in achieving this goal.
4. Volunteer To Write About Palestine (1-3 Months)
Volunteer To Write About Palestine (1-3 Months): The Volunteer to Write Articles about Palestine Program is designed for participants with a background and interest in journalism, reporting, and recording in various formats, with an interest in telling human stories. This program not only allows but also encourages participants to immerse themselves in Palestinian culture, forming connections with the residents around Hebron. At Go Middle East, we welcome people, whatever their views on the situation between Israel and Palestine. We encourage reporting of the Center to be fair and unbiased; to tell the stories of the people who live in Hebron and the work of the Center.
Whereas media coverage of Israel and Palestine focuses on the ongoing conflict and relationship between the parties, writing articles with the Go Middle East will allow you to experience and recount the experiences and everyday life of local residents and communities. International communication is important for many Palestinians, who simply want to feel connected to and recognized by the international community. Connecting with people internationally in a friendly and honest way is a cornerstone on which Go Middle East in Hebron, West Bank, Palestine, is based. As such, we are constantly seeking people who are able to write critically and clearly about the many different activities occurring at the Center, as well as the experience of living in Hebron and the West Bank, Palestine, and about Palestinian refugees’ lives in and around Hebron.
5. The Palestinian Culture Internship Program
The Palestinian Culture Internship Program: This program is designed to provide its participants with a first-hand view of Palestinian culture, art, history, and industry. Interns in Palestine can explore the beautiful and historic city of Hebron, take day trips to neighboring cities such as Bethlehem and Jerusalem, and explore other cultural and historical sites. The immersive internship focuses on how participants can enhance their experience of everyday Palestinian customs, politics, and culture. This program would be ideal for a wide range of participants, whether native English speakers or not, ranging from students to young professionals and retirees, or anyone interested in Palestinian culture or the politics of the Middle East.
The program would also suit university students interested in an internship program (from 1-13 Weeks) that would be shorter than the typical semester or quarter system. Go Middle East, through its partnership with the Palestinian Education Authority, can also provide academic credits to all participants. The Palestinian Culture internship program is an excellent opportunity for those interested in learning Palestinian or Levantine Arabic, as they will be learning the language as part of a fully immersive linguistic experience. By participating in this program, those eager to learn Arabic will have many opportunities to speak the language daily with shopkeepers, restaurant owners, and other members of the Palestinian community right here in Hebron!
6. Internship with Palestinian Children
Internship with Palestinian Children: This program offers an excellent opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students, professionals, retirees, social workers, and teachers interested in volunteering with Palestinian children. It is also ideal for both native and non-native English speakers who wish to gain experience working with children in Palestine. Those with an interest in childhood education will especially benefit from this hands-on experience.
Interns will fully immerse themselves in Palestinian culture, daily life, politics, the human rights situation, and the educational system, providing a unique and enriching perspective on the region. Interns in Palestine can join our program for the period of time that best suits them, anything from 1 to 13 weeks in duration. They can come at any time of the year, as we are flexible regarding starting and ending dates. People of all backgrounds and nationalities are welcome to apply, the only condition being that you must be at least 18 years old to join.
Reviews and Awards
Go Middle East has been honored with several prestigious Community Awards and recognized as the Best Language School and Top Volunteer and Internship Program Provider for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. For more details, please visit our profiles on GoOverseas.com and GoAbroad.com.
- +1000 reviews (96.8%) on gooverseas.com
- +190 reviews (93%) on goabroad.com
- Participants’ video testimonials
- Our Awards
Conclusion
Go Middle East internship programs offer a unique opportunity to engage deeply with Palestinian society while contributing to meaningful Palestinian community development. Whether you’re passionate about human rights, education, culture, or journalism, these programs provide a platform for learning, sharing, and making a lasting impact.
By joining our West Bank programs, you will support local initiatives and gain invaluable insights into Palestinian life, history, and resilience. Your time in Hebron will be more than just an internship; it will be a transformative experience that fosters understanding, personal growth, and global connections.
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying for our Internship programs in Palestine, please email us at Rafat@excellencenter.org. We will respond with an application form for you to complete and return to us to begin the process.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at:
WhatsApp: +972 599 479 880
Email: Rafat@excellencenter.org
Website: https://ecpalestine.org/
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