Finding work is one of the most important aspects of absorption of immigrants in Israel.
The Ministry of Immigrant Absorption operates in a number of ways to help new immigrants integrate into the local job market in accordance with their education and work experience.
Programs vary based on the immigrant's profession, personal capabilities, and professional requirements in Israel.
Some professions do not require any preparation, other than study of Hebrew. These professionals may be able to find employment through "help-wanted" ads, through Ministry of Immigrant Absorption Employment Guidance Centers, the government employment service, through associations or other volunteer organizations in the field or through personal contacts.
A large number of other professions do require a preparatory period that includes vocational Hebrew studies, licensing or qualifying exams, and a specified period of internship.
In some cases, after investigating job possibilities and attempts to integrate into their fields, immigrants choose to undergo retraining for jobs that are in greater demand.
The Employment Division provides new immigrants and returning residents with a range of services in order to facilitate their integration into the job market:
Training and counseling for successful integration in employment.
A vocational ulpan as well as licensing and retraining courses.
Voucher project
Guidance centers
Recognition of immigrant artists and athletes
The aforementioned services and assistance will be specified later on.
Last updated 06/08/07