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I made an appointment at the NBN office to review my new resume tailored for the Israeli market.  The advice they give one is advice anyone who is job hunting knows - network, network, network.  What NBN gave me was a built-in network that I could immediately start to connect with.  However the most important thing I received was the belief that I had a great team behind me and that I am not alone!

-Ayala, NBN 2010

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I would like to say that the employment department for Nefesh b'Nefesh has been unflagging in its dedication to finding jobs for new olim - following through and helping at every stage, responsive to all inquiries, and always on the lookout for what is best for the oleh.

-Kim, NBN 2005

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The NBN Employment Department gave us realistic expectations and helped us prepare a game plan - who to meet, which sectors are looking, how to make and approach potential contacts. Throughout the process, it was evident how the NBN staff care and do their utmost to help new Olim transition successfully. I found a wonderful job (that matches 100% what I desired in a position) because the NBN Employment Counselor saw a position and cared enough to send my resume in to the company. I received a phone call not too long after, and a few interviews later I am happily employed!

-Amy, NBN 2010

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I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all of your assistance yesterday. I walked into your office not quite knowing what to expect and was amazed by the type of assistance that you were able to provide.

-Nir

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To start me off, NBN gave me all the necessary tools and resources to begin the search. And the best part about this all was that they themselves were looking out for me, and sending my resume to any fitting positions they found. With their help, I landed my first job in Israel in a very reasonable about of time. A big thank you to the NBN Employment Department!

-Donna, NBN 2010

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Thank you for your smile! I wanted to tell you how much I appreciate the talk we had after the linked-in session. Thank you for listening. I will be in touch. From my heart, thank you for everything!

-Polly, NBN 2008

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The NBN Employment Department sent me the links from their job board. I sent my resume to positions that I thought were relevant and gave my specific information to the NBN Employment Department. A month later I get a reply from someone who got my resume from the NBN Employment Department. I was thrilled!

-Amy, NBN 2010

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I wanted to thank the NBN team for setting me up with my first job in Israel! I couldn't have found this position without you! I am so glad I turned to NBN for help.

--Taire, NBN 2011

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I started looking for a job on my own as soon as I arrived in Israel and after three months without a decent break, I reached out to NBN for help. NBN told me that they would start sending out my resume which I thought would be a nice, extra outlet. I was feeling hopeless, but now I am now very happily employed thanks to NBN who connected me with my current employer! Thank you NBN

-Tamar, NBN 2011

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Veterinary Medicine

Job opportunities for qualified veterinarians are available throughout Israel, though competition for open positions can be stiff. Most veterinarians in Israel are employed under government auspices or are self-employed in private practice. One of the main employers is the Kimron Veterinary Institute at Beit Dagan, the diagnositic and research arm of the Misrad Hachakla'ut (Ministry of Agriculture) Veterinary Services and Animal Health Unit. As with physicians, salaries and working conditions vary according to the institution, geographic location and nature of the work.

Licensing Procedure

In order to practice in Israel, veterinarians who receive their training abroad must pass an exam in Hebrew. The exam is organized through the Hebrew University's Koret School of Veterinary Medicine. It is held twice a year, in December and July.

In order to take the exam, you need to submit the following documentation to the Sherutim Haveterinari'im in Bet Dagan. You will need to submit:

  • A questionnaire, provided by their office.
  • If your diploma is in English, bring the original plus a notarized copy. (If your diploma is NOT in English or Hebrew you must have two translated and notarized copies in Hebrew.)
  • Copy of your Teudat Zehut.
  • Proof of name change, where relevant.
  • Passport photo.

Your documents will be reviewed and you will be issued an authorization for the licensing exam. You can request a temporary license at a cost of 99 NIS, after submitting your documents and before you have taken the exam. For more information about submitting your documentation, speak to Sigal at 03-968-1612 or 03-968-1606.

When you go to submit your documentation at Bet Dagan, be sure to visit the Bet Dagan library on the same premises and purchase the material for the licensing exam. You must purchase a book (cost: 60 NIS) which includes 700 exam questions; you also should receive a full listing of diseases that you must know for the exam.

The exam also includes information about laws, which are listed on the Misrad Hachakla'ut web site: www.vetserv.moag.gov.il. Though there are English translations on the site, they are not up-to-date, and we recommend that you study only from the Hebrew language version of the material. If you'd like to speak to Olim who have already taken this exam, write to employment@nbn.org.il.

Important Note: The licensing exam is currently under review, and it is possible that the exam and licensing procedure will be changing in the near future.

The cost of a veterinary license is 407 NIS.

Preparatory Course for the Exam

A preparatory course for the licensing exam may be held at the Koret School of Veterinary Medicine. The course will only open if there are a sufficient number of candidates. Successful completion of a Hebrew proficiency exam is a necessary prerequisite for acceptance to the course.

The course lasts for 7 months and is 5 times a week from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm. The course is subsidized by Misrad Haklita and is free of charge for new Olim. A small living stipend may be available through Misrad Haklita to Olim for the duration of the course.

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