CASNR Career News

The CASNR Career Center is Here to Help You!

The CASNR Career Center is here to help you with anything career related, including finding internships and on-campus, part-time and full-time jobs, writing résumés and cover letters, preparing for interviews, selecting a major, applying to graduate school, etc. You can schedule appointments via Student Success Hub.

The CASNR Career Center has restructured to bring more intentional career services to students! Julie Obermeyer, Director of Career Development and Corporate Relations, has been joined by Darrell King, Jr. and Stephanie Osterthun. Darrell is the Community Engagement and Experiential Learning Coordinator. He supports community leaders within the Rural Prosperity Nebraska program by facilitating meetings and answering questions related to the program, in addition to working with students to identify experiential learning opportunities that best fit their career goals and connecting them to on-campus opportunities. Stephanie is serving as Career and Student Experience Coach, where she supports student development in job search and portfolio development, and identifying career goals and networking opportunities with potential employers.

Julie Obermeyer
jobermeyer@unl.edu
402-472-8273

Darrell King Jr.
dking14@unl.edu
402-472-9257

Stephanie Osterthun
sosterthun2@unl.edu
402-472-7737

Walk-in Peer Coach Hours – Virtual or In-Person

Our Peer Coaches have been trained to help you with cover letters, résumés, developing application materials, and practice interviews. To schedule an appointment with a Peer Career Coach sign up via Student Success Hub.

Looking for an On-Campus Job?

Be sure to check out Handshake, UNL’s online job search system where students and employers can connect. This is a user-friendly website where you can search and apply for not only on-campus jobs, but also internships, and off-campus part-time and full-time jobs.You can find a link to Handshake at my.unl.edu.

Many on-campus jobs can be found by speaking with faculty or staff. Seek out departments or programs of interest and inquire if they have any current openings. Starting out at a reception desk, campus rec or landscaping grounds crew leads you to make connections on campus. Don’t underestimate the power of an on-campus job!

Did you know?  If you have work study funding, you can apply for any on-campus job!

Upcoming Career Events

Life After Undergrad Q&A Session - April 23

Please join us for an informal Q&A session with Katherine Lagerstrom, a recent UNL alum who has taken a unique path after completing her undergraduate degree.  She graduated with degrees in microbiology and environmental studies and then entered a PhD program in ecology and evolutionary biology at Stanford University.  

Tuesday, April 23rd - 7 - 8 p.m.

Stone Family Innovation and Collaboration Hub, Food Industry Complex, East Campus

Light snacks will be provided.

Data Science Experiential Learning Lab Micro-Internship - April 26

Interested in a career in data science and analytics, environmental, social and governance (ESG), or cyber security?  Join Career Services and Tata Consulting Services (TCS) for an experiential learning experience!  Work on TCS-created micro-internship projects and hear directly from their Campus Recruiting and Data Visualization team about internship opportunities, their upcoming coding challenge, and more during this virtual, self-paced event.  This is a risk-free way to experience work on the job with Tata Group.  Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your job applications.

 How it works:

• Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from the team at Tata Group.  No live sessions - they are all self-paced.
• Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn.
• Stand out in job applications.  Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you are a good fit for the Tata team!

Please contact Lizzie Vietz, Employer and Campus Relations Coordinator in University Career Services with any questions:  evietz2@unl.edu

Opportunities to Develop Leadership Skills

In an annual survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), employers rated leadership as one of the most important career competencies.  Here are some behaviors that NACE recommends to develop your leadership skills:

• Inspire, persuade, and motivate self and others under a shared vision.
• Seek out and leverage diverse resources and feedback from others to inform direction.
• Serve as a role model to others by approaching tasks with confidence and a positive attitude.
• Motivate and inspire others by encouraging them and building mutual trust.
• Plan, initiate, manage, complete and evaluate projects.

Check out these leadership opportunities!

Nebraska Corn D.C. Leadership Program

Each July, Nebraska Corn invites up to ten young leaders to join our nation's corn growers and congressional leaders during the National Corn Growers Association's (NCGA) annual Corn Congress.  This year, the Corn Congress will take place in Washington, D.C. from July 15 - 18 and will provide participants with the opportunity to advance their personal and professional leadership development and understanding of agriculture policy.

For more information and to apply, please visit:  https://nebraskacorn.gov/ncb-supported-programs/  Applications are due May 10, 2024.

Nebraska Wheat Board Ambassador Program

The Nebraska Wheat Board is now taking applications for their 2024 - 25 Ambassador Program.  It is a 9-month program from August - April.  After successful completion of the program, Ambassadors will receive a $1000 scholarship for the upcoming school year.  

Qualifications include:

• Must be enrolled full-time at a Nebraska post-secondary school
• Have an interest in the wheat and agriculture industries
• Have access to and be able to communicate effectively through e-mail
• Have flexible time throughout the week for projects and educational opportunities
• Ability to complete all required tasks

For more information and to apply, please visit:  https://nebraskawheat.gov/about-us/about-nwb/student-ambassador-program/

 Applications are due May 31.

Important To-Do Items for May Graduates

You've ordered your cap and gown and made sure your family knows the time and location of commencement.  Now, all that's left to do is wrap up end-of-the semester projects, right?  Not quite!  Don't forget to complete these additional important tasks!

Complete the First Destination Survey

Each year graduating seniors get the opportunity to submit important information about their post-graduation plans, including employment, graduate school, military service, and other opportunities.  This data helps contribute to demonstrating and evaluating the value of your degree and the overall excellence of our institution.  Submit your First Destination Survey information here. 

Update Your Handshake Email

Shortly after you graduate, you will lose access to your UNL email address.  Since your UNL Handshake account is tied to your UNL email address, now is the time to set up an alternative email account in your Handshake account to ensure you continue to have access to Handshake after you graduate.  Click here to see a short reel explaining the process.

Find an internship in Nebraska with internNE

If you are a student eager to jumpstart your career, check out internNE, Powered by Aksarben.  Get started with four easy steps:

1. Click on the sign up button, fill in your details and you're all set to explore internNE!
2. Create a profile showcasing your skills, academic background and career interests.  A detailed and updated profile increases your visibility and chances of landing your dream internship.
3. Apply for internships.  Browse through listings that align with your career aspirations and submit your application.  Each listing provides detailed information about the role, company, and application process, ensuring you find the perfect match.
4. Look for events and other opportunities in Nebraska.  Keep an eye on workshops, seminars, networking events and more!  Learn and connect with industry leaders, peers, and mentors in Nebraska.

For more information, please visit:  https://internneb.org/students 

CASNR Days of Service

In conjunction with Celebrate CASNR Month, the CASNR community will be participating in CASNR Days of Service.  These events provide four excellent opportunities for us to give back to our community while upholding our CASNR mission of supporting and empowering our diverse community of learners to innovate,create, discover, and inspire.

These opportunities are ideal for anyone who wants to get more involved in their community, make a positive impact, and show CASNR spirit!  Volunteering not only benefits the community, but also promotes personal growth and development of transferable skills!

• Tree Planting at Kahoa Elementary School - April 30, 12:30 - 3 p.m.

Click here for important details and to RSVP.  If you have any questions, please contact Darrell King at dking14@unl.edu or 402-472-9257.

Employer Spotlight of the Week: IANR

In the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) we are all about people and the food, water and natural resources that sustain them. IANR innovation in research, teaching, and extension education places Nebraska on the leading edge of food production, environmental stewardship, human nutrition, business development, and youth engagement. Composed of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR), the Agricultural Research Division (ARD), Nebraska Extension, and the ARD and Extension components of three departments in the College of Education and Human Sciences; IANR is committed to growing the future of Nebraska's people, businesses, and communities. 

For more information on summer internships with IANR, please visit Handshake.  

Internships currently available include:

• Crop and Soil Health Research and Extention - Mead, NE
• Summer Research Assistant - Clay Center, NE

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