5-TECH

Bridging Druze Talent with Israeli Hi-Tech Opportunities

Introducing 5-Tech

The Druze community in the Galilee is home to some of the most talented young men. Many are graduates of top tier hi-schools in STEM tracks, and some hold Practical Engineer or full Engineer degrees. With this wealth of talent, Five-Tech aims to create tech career opportunities for graduates of the Druze community. However, the integration of these young men into Israel’s high-tech industry, which is heavily concentrated in the center of Israel,  has been hindered by cultural and social barriers.

Rooted in the Druze community and understanding its unique challenges and aspirations, Five-Tech is aimed at integrating these young Druze Men into the hi-tech industry in Israel, bridging cultural gaps and providing leading hi-tech companies with a yet, untapped talent. We harness the potential of this unique talent, via an intense process of selection, training and placement, overcoming their previous gaps, and equipping the participants of this program with the skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic field of hi-tech. Through our comprehensive approach, we demonstrate how to integrate the Druze community into the Israeli hi-tech sector effectively.

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An Echoing Impact

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Druze Men Tech-Hub in cooperation with the High Druze Council

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Cycles Completed

98%

Graduates Completed Training

85%

Placement rate of our Graduates

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Why 5-Tech?

The Wider Perspective

5-Tech offers a unique solution that benefits both talented individuals and employers. By focusing on added value rather than social responsibility, the program provides employers access to a highly skilled pool of graduates, mostly after military service, who are trained to meet their specific needs. The training is customized to employers’ requirements, and employers also benefit from attractive financial incentives provided through government programs.  Our program is carefully designed to address the crucial question of how to become a hi-tech professional, tailored specifically for Druze youth. effectively supporting the integration of Druze in the high-tech industry while respecting cultural norms.

The program is led by a seasoned local Software engineer as CEO, and it features a dedicated Tech Lead (CTO) who actively participates in the onboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition for graduates into their new roles as well as maintaining professional standard and  cohesive community spirit that helps to ensure low attrition for employers.

Additionally, 5-Tech offers a flexible work model that combines on-site work at employers’ locations with remote work from a dedicated tech hub within the Druze community. This hybrid approach is designed to balance professional opportunities with the unique characteristics of the Druze community.

The tech hub, established in cooperation with the High Druze Council, provides graduates with a supportive and collaborative environment where they can continue their professional development and network with peers.

This hub serves as more than just a workspace; it’s an innovation center for the Druze community, fostering entrepreneurship and creating new opportunities in high tech in Israel.

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What Graduates, Employers & Community Members Are Saying

I am very glad to share my enjoyable personal experience in the Automation Development course of the 5-tech program. Over four months of intensive learning in a supportive and professional environment, with guidance from experienced professionals in the field and instructors with extensive knowledge, we managed to acquire essential tools and various techniques that form an impressive toolkit in the high-tech world. My appreciation for the program, the Druze Religious Council, Portland Israel, and everyone who contributed to the success of this program. It was an honor to be part of the group of students and graduates of the training. I wish success to all the graduates and continued success for the program.
Majd Bader
Automation Developer
Sealights
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The training gave me access to a new world, which I didn't know before. It introduced new technologies, applied in the hi-tech industry and new work methods, such as how to participate in a team effort, and most importantly, it opened a new horizon of opportunities – enabling me to learn more and work on building my own projects. I thank everyone who worked hard to implement and make Five-tech so impactful, and I wish success to the students in future cycles of this program
Shibel Alshech
Automation Developer
Nova
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The 5-tech course was an extraordinary experience for me. The staff demonstrated exceptional care. The instructors were very professional. This is a challenging training, but the support from both my wonderful colleagues and the diverse workshops provided by the program, made it easier to cope. Beyond the technical learning, we also received significant tools in personal development and self-presentation. Despite the complex situation in the market, the team invested tremendous efforts and went above and beyond to connect us with leading companies. Thank you 5-tech, Portland Israel, and the Druze Religious Council for the experience and opportunity, and I hope for continued success for future generations!
Ayman Khalil
QA Tester
Nova
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I graduated from a very intensive training, where I was qualified as a Software Testing professional, as part of the 5-tech program. There's no doubt that it was one of the most important decisions in my career. The training was challenging, enriching, and full of practical content that perfectly prepared me for the technological world. Thanks to the tools and knowledge I gained from the program, I successfully secured a key position in Business Intelligence, and I am grateful for the support and guidance I received along the way. I highly recommend 5-tech to anyone looking to make a breakthrough in the high-tech industry!
Anan Husen
BI Developer
Cognyte
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The course provided me with a deep, hands-on understanding of automation testing and development, including exposure to advanced tools, working with AWS and containers in an environment that closely simulates the industry.
I started with theoretical knowledge and some prior experience, and finished with confidence and practical skills that I apply in my day-to-day work.
The course contributed greatly to my professional growth, and I highly recommend it.
After completing the program, I am now working in the automation field at Cognyte The course provided me with a deep, hands-on understanding of automation testing and development, including exposure to advanced tools, working with AWS and containers in an environment that closely simulates the industry. I started with theoretical knowledge and some prior experience, and finished with confidence and practical skills that I apply in my day-to-day work. The course contributed greatly to my professional growth, and I highly recommend it. After completing the program, I am now working in the automation field at Cognyte
Tamir Aslan
Automation Engineer
Cognyte
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I joined the 5TECH training program with a background in computer science studies and strong theoretical knowledge, but I wanted to turn that knowledge into practical experience aligned with real-world work in the tech industry.
The program gave me a structured workflow, practical tools, and extensive hands-on practice that closely simulated real projects — which significantly advanced me professionally.
By the end, I felt that I didn’t just understand the material, but could also apply my knowledge professionally in interviews and on the job.
Today, I’ve been hired by Torq as a software developer, and I highly recommend the 5TECH program to anyone looking to make a real leap into the tech industry. I joined the 5TECH training program with a background in computer science studies and strong theoretical knowledge, but I wanted to turn that knowledge into practical experience aligned with real-world work in the tech industry. The program gave me a structured workflow, practical tools, and extensive hands-on practice that closely simulated real projects — which significantly advanced me professionally. By the end, I felt that I didn’t just understand the material, but could also apply my knowledge professionally in interviews and on the job. Today, I’ve been hired by Torq as a software developer, and I highly recommend the 5TECH program to anyone looking to make a real leap into the tech industry.
Hadi Sarhan
Software Engineer
Torq
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I joined the program as a computer science graduate with no hands-on experience.
At 5TECH, I gained real-world experience, confidence, and practical skills — and today, as a junior developer, I’m already working in the industry in a development role at Cognyte.
My advice to engineers: don’t wait for an opportunity — 5TECH will create one for you. I joined the program as a computer science graduate with no hands-on experience. At 5TECH, I gained real-world experience, confidence, and practical skills — and today, as a junior developer, I’m already working in the industry in a development role at Cognyte. My advice to engineers: don’t wait for an opportunity — 5TECH will create one for you.
Yosef Shoach
Software Engineer
Cognyte
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