Engineering Internship Summer 2026 - Israel

Position Overview

Sefaria, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building the future of Torah in an open, participatory way, is seeking a summer engineering intern. This is a full-time, minimum 8-week internship, with the possibility of extension.

This is a hybrid role in Israel with at least one day a week in our Jerusalem office. The internship is from July 5, 2026, to August 30, 2026. We will select two candidates for this internship.

This role will require a deep dive into the heart of Sefaria’s technical platform to enhance and expand the opportunities and resources that Sefaria provides to its users and other developers. You will work closely with our Product, Design, and Engineering teams to gain in-depth knowledge across a variety of software development and digital humanities disciplines. This position will report to an Engineering manager.

You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge digital humanities tools and methodologies, mentorship from Sefaria’s engineers, and the opportunity to experience working in an agile, open-source development environment, with a tangible impact on the accessibility and interconnectedness of Jewish texts worldwide.

In This Position, You Will Do The Following

• Software Development: Collaborate with the Engineering Team to implement new features or enhancements in Sefaria’s codebase and infrastructure
• Collaboration & Testing: Participate in team discussions, code reviews, and testing of new functionalities
• Documentation: Maintain clear and organized documentation of newly developed features, methods, and best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Attributes We’re Looking For Include

• Enthusiasm for exploring creative solutions to complex problems in text linking and analysis
• Willingness to collaborate with diverse teams, including product managers, software engineers, and content specialists
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies quickly
• Commitment to direct, clear, professional, and thoughtful communication
• Demonstrated success working independently in a remote setting
• Willingness and ability to adapt to change
• Passion for the work Sefaria does, and dedication to supporting Sefaria’s mission
  
  

Experience, Qualifications, And Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• Basic experience in Python or JavaScript (or similar programming languages).
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub and version control best practices.
• Experience building CI/CD workflows, or working with Google Kubernetes Engine - a benefit, not required.
• Demonstrated interest in digital humanities or text analysis, preferred.
• Proficiency in working with online work environment technology, including GSuite, Slack, Zoom, and Shortcut (training will be provided as needed).
  
  

Compensation

• 64 ILS per hour.
• Standard Israeli taxes and benefits.
  
  

Location

This position can be based anywhere in Israel and requires travel to the Jerusalem office at least one day per week.

How to Apply

Click below to apply. You’ll be asked to share your resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please indicate why you want to work at Sefaria. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

The application deadline is April 17, 2026.

Additional Considerations

• If you meet more than 75% of the qualifications listed in this description, we encourage you to apply.
• If you have a disability and require accommodation or assistance with our application process, please email hiring[@]sefaria.org.
• Sefaria does not accept solicitations of any kind from job placement services or phone calls from prospective candidates.
  
  

About Sefaria

Sefaria is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building the future of Torah in an open and participatory way. We are assembling a free, digital library of Jewish texts and translations and developing digital tools, educational resources, and engagement opportunities that enable people to deepen their study. Sefaria was founded in 2013 and has since become a mainstay of Jewish learning and education with more than 4 million users annually. Sefaria’s API powers nearly 80 independent projects and dozens of Torah-focused websites. Sefaria's team of nearly 40 full-time staff is remote, with employees based in several US cities and in Israel.

Sefaria provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Nothing in this job description or advertisement postings guarantees employment.