About the Fellowship
Maharat is launching a new four-year fellowship for incoming full time, onsite Core Semika students. The fellowship is open to students committed to one of four career trajectories:
- Synagogue pulpits
- Chaplaincy
- K-12 Day School education
- Rabbinic entrepreneurship (for those who want to build something new in their rabbinate).
The fellowship will include additional training, mentorship, professional development, and an increased stipend. This year, we will only offer one fellowship to an incoming Core Semikha student.
Who is Eligible
Incoming Core Semikha students who:
- Commit to learning full time, onsite at Maharat for all four years
- Have a specific vision for their rabbinate
- Have at least four years of formal Jewish education
- Have proven leadership experience, preferably within the Jewish community.
Fellowship Framework
All four fellowships include:
- Advanced Professional Training including workshops and conferences in the fellow’s chosen field, alongside the full Core Semikha curriculum
- Mentorship: Fellows are matched with a senior mentor to support them through all four years.
- Supervised internships, placements, or a capstone practicum aligned with their chosen path
- An increased stipend that grows alongside additional time commitments
Fellows commit to:
- Additional course work and mentorship hours over the regular Core Semikha curriculum
- One summer of summer gemara to allow for a robust internship in their final year
- Providing feedback, reflection, and evaluation about the fellowship to Maharat
- Present to or teach the Maharat community on their fellowship area during the fellowship
How to Apply
There is a “Career Fellowship” question on the Core Semikha application. If you are interested and qualify for the fellowship, please indicate your interest on your application. We will then send you an additional form to learn more about your interest, experience, and desired fellowship area.
Find out more about our Core Semikha Program