Scholarships and Internships

05/29/2026

Our team is ready for the Aksarben Foundation Summer Baseball Mixer. Are you?

Join us Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Old Mattress Factory Bar & Grill during the College World Series for an afternoon of food, networking, and connection.

This free event brings together community leaders, students, and professionals to celebrate Nebraska’s commitment to education, workforce development, and career pathways that help the next generation live, work, and thrive here.

Come connect with us, meet new people, and enjoy one of Omaha’s favorite weekends of the year.

Register today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/nebraskatechcollab/event/afsbmc/

05/27/2026

The best opportunities often start with a conversation.

Whether you’re a student exploring your future, a young professional growing your network, or an employer looking to connect with emerging talent, relationships matter.

Join us at the 2026 Aksarben Foundation Summer Baseball Mixer for an afternoon of networking, food, drinks, and College World Series fun with professionals from across Nebraska’s tech and business community.

⚾ Saturday, June 13
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Old Mattress Factory Outdoor Tent

🎟️ Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/nebraskatechcollab/event/afsbmc/

05/21/2026

Making connections and networking is one of the most important things in any professional setting.” — Jimena Riojas

As a senior at the University of Nebraska at Omaha preparing to graduate in December 2026, Jimena Riojas has already built an impressive foundation through her leadership, community engagement, and passion for helping others succeed.

Currently serving as both a Career Advising Intern at UNO and a Community Engagement Intern at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Jimena’s work focuses on supporting students, strengthening community relationships, and creating meaningful professional connections. From helping students prepare for internships and employment opportunities to coordinating volunteer and networking events, her experiences have shown the value of mentorship, collaboration, and relationship-building in professional spaces.

🎧 Keep an eye out for an upcoming podcast episode featuring Jimena as we discuss networking, career growth, and the importance of building connections that support both personal and professional success.

05/15/2026

Not sure where to start your career? Apprenticeships offer a way to gain real experience, build in-demand skills, and earn while you learn.

The Apprenticeship Job Finder is a free tool that helps Nebraska students explore apprenticeship opportunities based on your interests and location. Whether you already have a career path in mind or are still figuring it out, you can search for opportunities that align with your goals and see what is available near you.

Apprenticeships are a powerful way to step into the workforce with hands-on experience, industry connections, and a clearer path forward.

If you are looking for a practical, career-ready option, this is a great place to start.

👉 Explore apprenticeship opportunities:

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05/13/2026

Thank you to the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation for stepping up to the plate as a sponsor of the 2026 Aksarben Summer Baseball Mixer.

“The Barrientos Scholarship Foundation is committed to developing future leaders through education and opportunity, aligning with Aksarben Foundation’s vision for a strong Nebraska workforce and through a Somos One (We Are One) mindset, the College World Series mixer becomes a fun, meaningful way to connect and grow together for a better Omaha and a greater Nebraska.”

Support like this helps bring students, young professionals, and employers together for meaningful connections and real opportunities across the state.

Join us for an afternoon of connection and opportunity:

📅 June 13
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Old Mattress Factory (Tent)

This free event is open to all, so grab your spot and get in the game.

👉 Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/nebraskatechcollab/event/afsbmc/

05/08/2026

We are proud to have Cordova as a returning sponsor of the 2026 Aksarben Summer Baseball Mixer.

Your support helps bring students and young professionals together with employers for meaningful connections, real conversations, and new opportunities. That is a win for Nebraska’s workforce.

Step up to the plate and join us:

📅 June 13
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Old Mattress Factory (Tent)

This free event is open to all, so grab your spot and get in the game.

👉 Register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/nebraskatechcollab/event/afsbmc/

05/06/2026

Internships can help students figure out what they want to do next, and sometimes what they don’t.

Aksarben Foundation interns Shohina Sultonova and Litzy Morales recently sat down with Travis Wohlenhaus, Finance and Operations Intern at the Aksarben Foundation, to talk about his experience, his interest in impact finance, and what he has learned through hands-on work.

Travis shared great advice for both students and employers: students should look for opportunities that help them explore their interests, and employers should give interns meaningful work that allows them to grow.

🎧 Check out the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sDbUnMPRk0Y

05/04/2026

Looking to break into tech or take the next step in your career?

Join the Highly Technical Job Fair hosted by Heartland Workforce Solutions and connect with employers hiring in data, AI, analytics, software, and IT.

📅 May 13, 2026
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Millwork Commons

This event is open to all and is designed to help you explore in-demand careers, build meaningful connections, and see how your skills translate into today’s tech workforce.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow, this is your chance to meet employers who are actively hiring and ready to connect.

Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/xbtxrWE5mJ

Highly Technical Job Fair — Connect with employers hiring in data, AI, and technology. Explore careers in analytics, software, and IT while building connections with companies actively hiring. Discover how your skills translate into today’s digital workforce. Register here: https://forms.cloud.m...

05/01/2026

Closing out National Apprenticeship Week with a focus on what comes next. Nebraska continues to lose college-educated talent each year, while employers are actively looking for skilled workers.

At the same time:
• Strong job demand remains
• Employers are looking for local talent
• Students are looking for clear career pathwaysThat’s the gap we’re working to close.

Apprenticeships, internships, and career-connected learning create real reasons for people to stay and build careers here.

If someone comes to mind who is doing this well:👉 https://aksarben.org/neta/

Nominate an apprentice, intern, mentor, or employer for the Nebraska Emerging Talent Awards.

👉 Events:
https://www.apprenticeship.gov/national-apprenticeship-week/events?name=&location=NE&field_attendance_mode_value=All&field_organization_name_value=&exposed_from_date=&exposed_to_date=

We’ll keep building from here.

Recognizing Nebraska’s emerging workforce talent and the employers, mentors, and apprenticeship programs that help them thrive. The Nebraska Emerging Talent Awards (NETA) celebrate the individuals and organizations driving Nebraska’s workforce forward. Through six regional events across the stat...

04/30/2026

A great conversation on youth apprenticeship and talent development.

On April 24, Justin Pfenning from Dramco Tool Co. shared how their team built one of Nebraska’s early youth apprenticeship programs and what has made it successful.

The session offered a practical look at what it takes to launch and sustain a program, with real examples, lessons learned, and ideas attendees can take back to their own organizations.

From building strong partnerships to creating meaningful, hands-on experiences for students, the discussion reinforced the impact youth apprenticeship can have on both talent pipelines and long-term workforce growth.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the conversation.

Watch the webinar: https://youtu.be/vsuEvrfoOyQ