Summer Internship Hacks: Setting Yourself up for Success

April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring in summer internships and career opportunities! Whether you’re a freshman entering their first internship or a senior about to enter their last, summer internships are a good way to grow professionally, …

By Gage Boardman-Allgood
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Rhema Meggett: Finding Work That Fulfills You

Rhema Meggett, a junior Agriculture and Environmental Science Communications major with minors in Engler Entrepreneurship and English, got the opportunity to learn what kind of work and work environment fulfill her the most last summer.

Meggett interned with Minority Landowner …

By Gage Boardman-Allgood
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From Student to Career Development Pro: Skylar Reestman’s Early Career Journey

“Whether you are looking for internships, jobs, networking tips, resume review, cover letter tips, or just need general advice in terms of your future career, the Career Coaches across campus are an amazing resource for any student,” said UNL student …

By Gage Boardman-Allgood
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Being Curious: Landon Healy’s Approach to a Successful Internship

“When it comes to looking for internships, I believe being memorable and respectable is all you need,” said Landon Healy.

Healy is a first-year Master of Architecture graduate student with a minor in business.

During his undergraduate years at UNL, …

By Gage Boardman-Allgood
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Stitching Success: How a Micro-Internship Led to New Passions

“I highly recommend the micro-internship program to other students because it is an excellent way to get your ‘foot in the door’ as well as exploring the potential career paths ahead of you,” said Sydney Huynh.

Huynh, a UNL senior …

By Gage Boardman-Allgood
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Exploring Pathways: How a Career Event Opened Doors to a Rare Internship Opportunity for this UNL Undergrad

“It really solidified for me that this is the right career for me, because it’s so rewarding. Helping a child, being a part of their support staff, and seeing them succeed and advance in treatment, it’s like the best feeling …

By Gage Boardman-Allgood
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UNL Graduate’s Personal Experience Sparks a Passion for Genetic Counseling and Drives Career Aspirations 

“Fathoming the great potential of genetic diagnostics and personalized care ignited my passion for becoming a genetic counselor and my desire to contribute to the field through my academic performance and community involvement,” said Violetta Bakunina.  

Bakunina’s unique background has played …

By Annelise Christen
Annelise Christen Engagement and Connections Coordinator
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Paid Internship Program Launched for First-Generation, BIPOC Students 

University Career Services recently launched the Summer Internship Program that benefits local nonprofit organizations and provides paid opportunities to UNL students including First Generation and BIPOC students and students who have not had an internship. 

The pilot program goal allows …

By Maddi Galusha
Maddi Galusha Graduate Assistant, Micro-Internship and Mentoring Program Coordinator
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UNL student embarks on life-changing trip to Kenya, finds true passion 

During her freshman year at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Hannah Moseman was introduced to a non-profit called The Hope Venture by her resident assistant. The then agricultural education major decided to embark on a lifechanging trip to Kenya where she …

By Bailey Herrera
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UNL Career Services to host inaugural event aimed at helping students gain last-minute summer opportunities

On Monday April 3, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Career Services will debut a new event entitled, “Just-In-Time Fair: Summer Internships, Experience and Opportunities”. This event will be aimed at helping students of all majors and degree levels secure last-minute summer internships …

By Bailey Herrera
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