Your opportunity to put on a uniform and strengthen the IDF
Don't stand on the sidelines—step up!
The dedicated track for Olim to integrate quickly and professionally into the IDF Reserves
The Four Pillars
1. Full Financial Security
Reserve days are fully recognized and paid. A compensation mechanism ensures your monthly income is maintained without loss, from day one
2. A Springboard to your Future
Much more than a line on your CV – this is a platform for developing yourself, creating meaningful connections, and building your future in Israel
3. Integration into Israeli Society
The fastest and deepest way to integrate into society. Feel the pulse of Israel and better understand the Israeli mentality
4. Fulfilling the National Mission
A unique opportunity to contribute to national security and fill critical roles in the IDF reserves
The Chain of Generations: You are the Next Chapter!
A Proven Path to Integration
The "Shlav Bet" program, is a cornerstone of Olim absorption in the IDF. This mechanism, which served as a bridge for thousands of soldiers, is now returning, providing you with the training and military foundation needed to become an integral part of the force, as well as providing an excellent way to integrate into Israeli society
Continuing the Tradition
You are continuing a glorious tradition of Olim who became heroes. The 'Olim al Bet' program enables the 26+ age group to fill a critical role in the Reserves, serving shoulder to shoulder with the younger generation
What Are We Looking For?
Your skills – our need. The IDF is recruiting Olim for critical roles. Choose a path that suits you.
Medical Corps
A role requiring life-saving decision-making in the field under pressure, and providing advanced medical care to the wounded and sick. The paramedic serves as a senior medical authority in combat teams and clinics
Requirements: MDA Paramedic certificate only, with a license number
A role involving the provision of medical care during both routine and emergency situations, clinic management, and conducting examinations and treatments. Doctors are responsible for soldiers' health and an IDF unit's overall medical readiness
Requirements: General Medicine with a medical license number
Technology and Maintenance Corps
Advanced technological systems in infantry battalions include drones, anti-tank missiles, remote weapon stations ("Katalanit"), optical devices, and mobile mortars ("Keshet"). These utilize advanced electronic and optical tech for maximum precision and firepower. You will be responsible for all advanced systems in the battalion. Training includes advanced drone simulators
Education Required: Electronics Technician/Practical Engineer
Responsibility for the maintenance and repair of heavy engineering vehicles such as D9 bulldozers, excavators, and loaders used for engineering missions. The work involves handling complex hydraulic and mechanical systems
Education Required: Preference for Mechanical or Electrical Technician/Practical Engineer
The Power Pack combines the engine and transmission and is the beating heart of various armored vehicles (Merkava Mk4, Namer, Eitan, etc.). You will be responsible for inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and routine maintenance
Education Required: No specific education required
Ongoing maintenance and repair of mechanical systems in a variety of IDF vehicles, from jeeps to heavy trucks. The role includes diagnosing engine, brake, and steering system faults
Education Required: Vehicle/Mechanical Mechanic
You will be responsible for the operation and fitness of electrical systems in self-propelled artillery and their operational readiness. These cannons allow high-volume, high-precision firing of various ammunition types
Education Requirements: Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronic fields
The Achzarit is a heavy, protected APC designed by Technology and Maintenance Corps engineers. Recently, an improved version is being produced with modern electrical systems, automotive upgrades, and C2 systems. As an Achzarit electrical technician, you will troubleshoot and repair its electrical systems
Education Requirements: Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronic fields
Puma is a combat engineering vehicle used by the Combat Engineering Corps to breach territory. The course includes theory and practical workshops, teaching you to repair this powerful vehicle. The Puma mechanic is the warrior's right hand, ensuring the vehicle's fitness
Education Requirements: Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronic fields
The APC is used by the IDF to move fighters, medics, spare parts, and supplies. You will be responsible for the operation and fitness of the APC's propulsion and electrical systems and their readiness
Education Required: No specific education required
The Merkava Mk 3 tank is part of the Armored Corps fighting force. You will be responsible for maintenance and operational fitness of the battalion's armored vehicles, including inspections, adjustments, removing/installing assemblies, and troubleshooting
Education Requirements: Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronic fields
You will be responsible for the operation and fitness of electrical systems in armored vehicles like Puma, Nagmachon (heavily armored APC), and Achzarit
Education Required: Electronics Technician/Practical Engineer
As an electro-optics technician, you are qualified to perform soldering, inspect and repair electro-optical devices and electrical circuits, and measure them using test equipment
Education Required: Electronics Technician/Practical Engineer
Operating and driving heavy trucks equipped with a crane for complex field maintenance operations. These include replacing Power Packs and handling other heavy loads
Education Required: Driver's license required. Electronics Technician/Practical Engineer
IDF driving professions include operating vehicles from light cars to heavy trucks and operational vehicles for transporting forces and supplies. Drivers are a critical logistical artery ensuring operational continuity in all readiness states
Requirements: Valid driver's license above class B with a clean record
Home Front Command
A role dealing with mental and community resilience in emergencies, providing tools for coping with stress to the civilian population. Officers guide and assist authorities in managing behavioral aspects of emergencies
Requirements: BA in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Teaching, Education, Org. Consulting, Social Sciences, Criminology, Humanities, or Behavioral Sciences
Lead the public information and communication system during routine and emergency situations, creating content and conveying life-saving messages to the population. The role includes working with media outlets, managing social media channels, and producing informational materials
Requirements: BA or certificate in: Communications, Cinema, Government, or Marketing
Performing engineering situational assessments, assisting in search and rescue in collapsed structures, and approving safety of buildings and shelters. Engineers serve as professional authorities for civil defense engineering in emergency situation
Requirements: BA in Structural Engineering, Practical Construction Engineer, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture
Commanding and managing incidents involving leakage or exposure to hazardous materials, and guiding military forces and civilians on protection. Officers analyze risks and deploy monitoring and decontamination measures
Hazardous Materials Requirements: BA in Chemistry, Chemical Eng., Materials EngFood Eng., or Environmental Eng
NBC Requirements: BA in Chemistry, Biology, Math, Physics, Biochem, Biotech, Meteorology, Chemical Eng, Biomedical Eng, or Neuroscience
Q&A:
Answering Your Questions
Almost any medical profile works! We don't require high combat fitness like young soldiers. The role will be chosen according to your abilities and medical limitations
No! The entire training period is paid directly by the IDF as mandatory service, and subsequent reserve duty is fully funded by the National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) as reserve duty
Not necessarily. Basic familiarity with Hebrew is required.
A minimum commitment of 5 years of reserve duty is required. Actual service scope depends on your unit's needs and the nature of your role.
Generally, there is no maximum age limit; the minimum age is 26. Requests and exceptions will be examined individually by a committee.
Yes, certainly! Those who completed two years of National Service may join the track, even if under the minimum age (subject to proof)
Basic training lasts about two weeks. After final approval, you will be presented with several possible dates throughout the year to choose the best option for you
