PAVE YOUR PATH TO LIFE & CAREER IN THE STARTUP NATION
#Start with a 6-month preparatory program in Israel
#Join the IDF’s elite computer unit
#The future is up to you
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Garin Lotem is for Jewish high-school grads, sons and daughters of Israelis living abroad, who wish to serve in the IDF’s elite tech units as Lone Soldiers, and to build their career in the Startup-Nation.
The program offers a framework, support and guidance. Following your army service, a world of opportunities is open for you; whether you’d like to study, work or start your own company – thanks to the skills you’ll gain with us, the sky’s the limit.
#1 Start with a 6-month preparatory program in Israel
- Get trained in a Mobile App Development boot camp
- Make an impact on the Israeli society
- Live your dream, living in Israel
- Prepare for the army
#2 Join the IDF’s elite computer unit
- Direct placement at computer & development positions
- Get trained at the IDF’s IT & Cyber Academy
- Meaningful service in the IDF as Lone Soldier
- Family, support and guidance to help make Israel your home
#3 The future is up to you
- Work in leading hi-tech companies
- Study and receive an academic degree in Israel
- Become an entrepreneur – turn your ideas into reality
DID YOU KNOW?
ISRAEL, THE WORLD’S BIGGEST INNOVATION HUB
- Israel is a home to more startups per capita than any other country
- 1,400 startups established in 2015 alone, in a unique technological ecosystem
- 342 Israeli companies raised $2.1 billion in just one year
- #1 at investments in research and development
- Hi-tech is the highest paying sector in the country
Garin Lotem is for Jewish high-school grads, sons and daughters of Israelis living abroad, who wish to serve in the IDF’s elite tech units as Lone Soldiers, and to build their career in the Startup-Nation.
As a participant of Garin Lotem, you become a part of a group and get support and guidance – from Aliyah to your future career.
Service in the technology units became a promising track for Israeli young adults to build their future. Garin Lotem is your opportunity to join this success story.
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