Taglit Excel: Empowering Jewish Leadership through Innovation and Connection
The Taglit Excel Fellowship, an elite program under the umbrella of Birthright Israel, represents a unique intersection of innovation, leadership, and Jewish identity. Designed for top-performing Jewish students from North America and around the world, the program provides a summer internship in Israel, offering direct exposure to the country’s world-renowned business, tech, and innovation ecosystem.
Each year, dozens of talented young adults are selected to participate in this highly competitive fellowship. Once in Israel, they are placed in top-tier companies ranging from high-tech startups to investment firms and global corporations. Beyond the internship experience, participants are immersed in a curriculum of leadership training, educational seminars, and networking events, enabling them to build lifelong connections with Israel’s business leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs.
One of the defining features of the Taglit Excel program is its dual focus: cultivating personal and professional growth while deepening Jewish identity. Fellows engage in thought-provoking discussions about Jewish values, Israeli society, and global challenges—all while navigating the dynamic and fast-paced Israeli business environment. This powerful combination encourages participants to become not only high achievers in their respective fields, but also engaged Jewish leaders who feel deeply connected to Israel and their communities back home.
The impact of the Taglit Excel Fellowship extends far beyond the summer experience—many alumni go on to launch startups, join venture capital firms, and lead social initiatives that strengthen Jewish identity and promote innovation. This growing global network not only reinforces professional ties with Israel but also fosters a shared sense of purpose among young Jewish leaders dedicated to creating positive change.
In a world where identity and innovation are increasingly intertwined, programs like Taglit Excel serve as a powerful bridge—connecting a new generation of Jewish professionals to Israel’s vibrant ecosystem while empowering them to lead with vision and purpose.
