In cooperation with the various Israeli Sherut Leumi organizations, Ori was created to provide a community and support system for the young women who have decided to commit to a year of national service in Israel.

Research

Think about what type of volunteer work you’d be interested in doing and where in the country you would like to work. Be in touch with girls who have done things you are interested in and ask for their advice.

Get in touch with a Rakezet (coordinator) from one of the organizations.

Click here for a complete list of Bat Sherut organizations and their contact information.  The Rakazot will help you sign up on the Sherut websites and with locating different organizations you might want to work for.

Sign up for Yom Sayarot

Yom Sayarot is a day to check out different Sherut Leumi opportunities. Generally speaking, you go for an interview, tour the facilities, learn more about the organization, and meet with the staff.

The dates for the Sayarot are usually published in January.  At this point, you have about a week to sign up.  This can be done either through the Sherut websites or with the help of a Rakezet.  It is recommended to sign up as quickly as possible since spaces in the Sayarot are limited.

Sign up for 3-6 different Sayarot. You want to have choices but, at the same time, too many options can be confusing and overwhelming.

Most Sayarot start around February but there are a few, including the Misrad HaBitachon, which start earlier in the year.

How to Sign up for a Yom Sayarot:

Sign up for each particular Sayarot is done through the website of the agency offering the particular job.  Search for the dates of the Sayarot (there is usually more than one) and hit the sign up button. You’ll receive an email confirmation of your registration.

For Beit Hayeled (children’s homes) the process is a bit different and involves additional steps. Please check with the Sherut Leumi organizations.

Attend Yom Sayarot

Prepare for your interview:
To prepare for the interview portion of the day, practice answering basic questions about yourself in Hebrew –a basic description of yourself, why you want to work at this place, why you are the best choice for the job,  and memorize some vocabulary related to the field you’re applying to. Most of all don’t be nervous – the interview is for them to get to know you, but also for you to get a feel for them and decide if you want to work there.

Accepted

Congrats!

  • Confirm your placement with the Sherut organization
  • Let your Rakezet know
  • Wait for the organization to contact you regarding the training seminar

Not Accepted

  • Don’t worry! There are other placements waiting for you
  • Attend the second round of Sayarot
  • Let your Rakezet know you are still searching

Please note:

Click here for more information about the benefits provided to Bnot Sherut.

*Lone Bnot Sherut can request to be in an apartment with other Bnot Sherut Boddedot that will be equipped with certain amenities not in regular apartments, such as a washing machine, oven, and Wi-Fi.

Last Updated: Feb 27, 2023

How can we help your Aliyah?

Name(Required)