Our team serves as an access point for nonprofit partners interested in engaging with the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Community partners are vital collaborators in the effort to enhance student learning through experience, and to build healthier communities in strategic partnerships.
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Handshake is the place for students of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to engage with employers and search/apply for internships, co-ops, part/full time jobs, work study, campus employment and volunteer opportunities.
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Nonprofit Site Visit
The visit will include a pre-survey and an in-person tour of your nonprofit. The site visit will provide our SLICE team with the opportunity to learn more about your organization and how students, staff, and faculty can get involved.
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Summer Internships
The Summer Internship Program allows UNL students to gain skills, knowledge, and insight into their own interest and strengths through a paid internship with a local non-profit organization. Learn how your nonprofit can participate in this program.
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Volunteer Ambassador Request
We invite nonprofits to submit volunteer projects that our Volunteer Ambassadors can participate in. Volunteer ambassadors volunteer at a nonprofit weekly during the academic year.
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Volunteer Council
Join us during Quarterly Volunteer Coordinator meetings. Meetings provide Volunteer Coordinators the opportunity to learn new skills, get to know others in our nonprofit community and keep updated on current events.
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Nonprofit Impact Stories
For nonprofits. Discover the ways that UNL students are collaborating with nonprofits across Nebraska.