What happened
A podcast episode titled Unlikely Partners discussed the Palestinian Internship Program, which connects Palestinian university graduates with internships at Israeli tech companies. The program, founded in 2014, aims to create opportunities for professional growth and strengthen the Palestinian economy. The episode featured the program's executive director, Devon Spitzer, and deputy director, Mohammed Atira, who shared their experiences and insights on the challenges and possibilities of Israelis and Palestinians working together.
The Palestinian Internship Program has been helping talented young Palestinians launch careers in the tech industry. By providing internships at Israeli tech companies, the program seeks to promote cross-border professional relationships and contribute to better relations between Israelis and Palestinians. The episode explored the program's impact on the careers and lives of its participants and the potential for such initiatives to shape the future of the region.
