Scholarships and Internships

10/15/2026

💰 Your Money. Your Career. Your Next Move.

30 minutes. Four episodes. Practical conversations about your financial future!

We're excited to launch a FREE four-part webinar series this November for Nebraska's early-career professionals!

Join Chase Klusman, founder of Yaman Financial Group, and Shonna Dorsey, Vice President at the Aksarben Foundation, every Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. CT beginning November 4.

A young professional himself, Chase founded Yaman Financial Group in 2024 with a focus on financial education and helping individuals and families make informed financial decisions. He brings a background in accounting and finance, along with the perspective of someone building his own career and business.

Here's what Chase and Shonna will discuss:
📅 Nov. 4: Compound Interest: The '8th Wonder of the World'
📅 Nov. 11: Where Did My Paycheck Go?
📅 Nov. 18: I Got the Job. Now What?
📅 Nov. 25: I Got a Raise. Now What?

Whether you've landed your first professional job, earned a promotion, or simply want to better understand your financial options, these conversations are for you!

Join live, ask questions, or catch the conversations later on the Aksarben Foundation YouTube channel!

Register for FREE: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VfoErUNOQ82_8HvY75URow

09/29/2026

Congratulations to Aksarben Foundation Student Ambassador Michael Lathan Jr. on receiving the Omaha IMPACT Awards Backbone Award! 🎉

Michael’s impact reaches far beyond his role as a security guard at Omaha North High School. Through his calm leadership, commitment to students and ability to build meaningful relationships, he helps create an environment where students and staff feel safe, supported and valued.

That same commitment to serving others is exactly what Michael brings as an Aksarben Student Ambassador, representing the next generation of leaders who are making a difference in their schools, communities and across Nebraska.

We are proud to celebrate Michael and this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations on continuing to lead with purpose and create a lasting impact!

09/24/2026

Congratulations to Litzy Kjar-Morales, recipient of the 2026 Community Impact Award at the University of Nebraska at Omaha Career Connect Symposium!

The symposium celebrates employers and current and former interns who have made meaningful contributions to their workplaces and our community.

During her internship with the Aksarben Foundation, Litzy made a meaningful impact through her work supporting volunteer coordination across Foundation events, including the 2026 Nebraska Women in Tech Summit, the spring 2026 Midland University Speed Networking event, and our summer 2026 baseball mixer during the College World Series.

Throughout her time with our team, Litzy brought thoughtfulness, leadership, attention to detail, and an impressive ability to work well under pressure.

We’re so proud to see her contributions recognized and grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her. Congratulations, Litzy!

📸 Pictured with UNO Chancellor Joanne Li, Career Services Director Levi Thiele, and Aksarben Foundation Vice President LaShonna Dorsey.

09/04/2026

Nebraska students can explore the science behind skilled trades through a new hands-on program available to schools at no cost!

The Edgerton Explorit Center, Central Community College and 6 Regions, One Nebraska have launched Trades on the Move through the Ken Wortman Trades Science Program. Designed for students in grades 3–8, the mobile program combines science, engineering, problem-solving and career exploration while introducing students to careers in:

🔧 Construction and carpentry
⚡ Electrical trades
🚗 Automotive and diesel technology
🤖 Manufacturing and robotics
🌡️ HVAC and energy systems..and more!

Nebraska schools can schedule free live demonstrations or hands-on learning labs beginning this fall.

Educators, learn more and schedule a program:

Ken Wortman Trades Science Program The Edgerton Explorit Center is excited to introduce our Ken Wortman Trades Science Program, an innovative hands-on educational program that combines science, engineering, problem-solving, and career exploration to introduce students to the skilled trades. Why Trad...

09/02/2026

Early-career professionals and students: The Shift Summit is coming to Omaha on September 18.

This one-day experience is designed to help participants build connections, strengthen creative problem-solving skills, and explore how their ideas and perspectives can contribute to the future of our community and workforce.

The summit will feature interactive workshops, local innovators and leaders, an Executive Innovation Panel facilitated by Mayor John Ewing Jr., and opportunities to connect across industries.

📅 Friday, September 18
🕥 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 The Commonwealth, Omaha

Students can attend for free.

Learn more and register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987290112222/?discount=AFS

Thanks to Mishala Lewis and the team behind The Shift Summit for creating another opportunity for emerging talent to learn, connect, and contribute.

06/26/2026

This fall, Central Community College is hosting a series of free employer engagement events on the Columbus Campus designed to help businesses connect directly with students and strengthen workforce partnerships in the region.

These events create valuable opportunities to build relationships, recruit emerging talent, and showcase the services and career pathways available within your organization.

Here’s what’s coming up:

📍 Part-Time Job & Community Resource Fair
📅 September 2, 2026 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Connect with students seeking part-time jobs, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved in their community.

📍 Full-Time Job Fair – Columbus
📅 October 22, 2026 | ⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Recruit students across multiple program areas including Agriculture Science, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Information Technology, Mechatronics, and Welding.

📍 Mechatronics Job Fairs
📅 September 3 & November 18, 2026 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Focused opportunities to connect directly with first- and second-year Mechatronics students.

These events are a great way to build connections, strengthen your workforce pipeline, and invest in the future of your community.

06/24/2026

An Aksarben scholarship is more than financial support, it’s an investment in future leaders.

In this student spotlight, we hear firsthand how the Aksarben Scholarship has helped open doors, ease financial stress, and create opportunities for growth both in and outside the classroom.

Stories like these remind us why supporting students matters. When we invest in education, we invest in Nebraska’s future.

🎥 Hear how the Aksarben Scholarship has made an impact and why access to opportunity can change everything.

06/23/2026

What a day at the Aksarben Summer Baseball Mixer! ⚾️

We brought together students, interns, young professionals, employers, and community leaders for an afternoon full of networking, new connections, and College World Series fun.

From meeting professionals and exploring career opportunities to making new friends and building connections, the mixer was a reminder of how powerful it can be when Nebraska’s next generation comes together with the people and organizations investing in their future.

A huge shoutout to Aksarben interns Litzy Morales and Shohina Sultonova for helping make it all happen! Litzy led volunteer coordination, Shohina led fundraising efforts, and together they played a major role in bringing the event to life. From problem-solving behind the scenes to helping create a welcoming space for everyone, they showed what strong student leadership looks like.

Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and supported the event. And a special thank you to our presenting sponsor FNBO and all event sponsors including Kiewit, Scott Data Center, Barrientos Scholarship Foundation, Alvine, Koley Jessen, Shyft Solutions, and Cordova for investing in Nebraska’s emerging talent.

The future workforce is here and it’s looking bright. 🌟

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/