Sherut Leumi (National Service) is a completely voluntary, one to two year national service option for religious women who are exempt from military service.
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How does Sherut Leumi work?
Sherut Leumi has many different kinds of Tekanim (jobs). All of the jobs are organized through Amutot (placement organizations), which you can see here.
Each Sherut Leumi position is connected to one of the organizations listed and they are responsible for hiring and caring for the Bnot Sherut. They all offer the same benefits and have the same standards. We advise you to choose your Sherut position based on your needs and interests.
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How do I decide which Sherut Leumi is right for me?
Sherut Leumi has hundreds of options countrywide, making the selection process challenging. We recommend narrowing down your options to five Tekanim (placements). Start by looking at the organizations’ websites. Speak with people who have experience in your desired field. Then, list your priorities, such as interests, preferred city, and whether you want to live in a Bat Sherut Bodeda apartment.
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How do I sign up for Sherut Leumi?
The process of signing up for Sherut Leumi is simple, but not always clear-cut. Once you’ve chosen your top five places to interview, you’ll sign up through the relevant amutot by creating an account on their websites. Some sites may require an Israeli ID number, so if you have trouble registering, you should contact the rakezet (coordinator) for help. Interviews (sayarot) open for sign-ups on January 25th this year.
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How does HNY help me with this whole process?
We are here for you every step of the way! From the start, you can sign up for a Mellavah to help guide you through the process. Starting in January, we will be hosting events where you can meet current Bnot Sherut, hear about their experiences, learn how the interview process works, and even practice interviewing in Hebrew.
Sign up for our Mellavot program here!
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