Manovill University Fellowship
The Manovill University Fellowship is a paid opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to become a key member of the JFCS Holocaust Center team. The University Fellow mentors teens, supports Holocaust survivors, assists in the Tauber Holocaust Library and Archives, and helps lead public education programs.
Through this work, they contribute to the Center’s global efforts to combat antisemitism through education and policy. Fellowships run from October to June and may be eligible for course credit.
Deadline to apply: September 8, 2026
“I plan to carry these lessons forward to build culturally sensitive, adaptable spaces that help diverse populations feel safe, seen, and supported.”
—Rebecca, 2026 University Fellow
Eligibility
Applicants must be currently enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students in a college or university and studying in the Bay Area.
Application Process
Review the fellowship responsibilities and qualifications below, then apply by September 8, 2026.
Have questions? Email holocaustcenter@jfcs.org and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Fellowship Responsibilities
- Mentoring and building relationships with high school students
- Supporting the development of curriculum and online educational tools for middle and high school learners
- Engaging with Holocaust and genocide survivors and preserving their stories
- Assisting in the facilitation of public and Speakers Bureau programs
- Maintaining and creating digital resources for the Tauber Holocaust Library and Archives
- Supporting the planning and implementation of the California Collaborative for Holocaust and Genocide Education
- Researching, writing, or designing content for the Holocaust Center’s social media and outreach efforts
- Collaborating with other JFCS programs and departments
- Participating in occasional JFCS or departmental meetings and trainings
- Representing the Holocaust Center with professionalism, responsibility, and cultural sensitivity
- Maintaining confidentiality and protecting client and community member privacy
- Contributing to a positive, respectful, and inclusive team culture
- Adhering to agency policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Performing additional duties as assigned by the Director of Community Education
Qualifications
- Current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a Bay Area-based university or college
- Familiarity with the history of the Holocaust and/or genocide studies, Jewish studies, or related fields (e.g., history, sociology, comparative literature) is preferred
- A minimum of 1 year experience working with youth and/or a strong interest in education
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Basic proficiency with computer software and tools, including video conferencing platforms and social media
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse team
- A commitment to professionalism, responsibility, and a willingness to learn
The Manovill University Fellowship is named in memory of Lilly Manovill z”l, who bravely helped Jews escape the Budapest ghetto. Manovill programs continue her legacy by empowering students to be upstanders.