Our City

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Omaha: Your City, Your Classroom

At UNO, campus and city life go hand in hand. Omaha offers opportunities to learn, work, explore, and connect beyond the classroom.

A City That Feels Like Home

Omaha blends big-city energy with a small-town feel. With more than a million people and strong regional growth, it’s consistently ranked as a great place to live, study, and start a career.

#1

Best City to Move To — Forbes, 2024

#3

Best for Work–Life Balance and Mental Health — CoWorking Café, 2025

#10

Top Rising City for Jobs and Talent — LinkedIn, 2025

College Life. City Vibes.

Omaha offers plenty to do on and off campus, from arts and dining to outdoor recreation and career opportunities. Explore what makes the city a great place to live and learn.

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Arts & Culture

Art is woven into everyday life here. Explore the Orpheum’s Broadway productions, the galleries of Joslyn Art Museum, and the sounds of Maha Music Festival.

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Food & Entertainment

From cafés and global eats to local favorites and live music, Omaha’s food and entertainment scene offers something for everyone.

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Outdoor Recreation

Go biking, hiking, kayaking, or exploring. Outdoor adventures are always close by, and many trails and parks are within minutes of campus.

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Career Opportunity

Omaha is home to major employers, startups, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies, offering internships and career connections before you graduate.

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Neighborhoods & Districts

Explore the Old Market, Benson, Aksarben Village, and other neighborhoods. Each has its own restaurants, shops, and local culture.

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Community Impact

UNO students volunteer, mentor, and partner with local nonprofits and community organizations that make a difference across Omaha.

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Sports & Spirit

Experience big-city sports with the Men’s College World Series, Omaha Supernovas, Union Omaha, and more. Local teams and events make this a fun city for sports fans.

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History & Legacy

Visit museums and historic sites that highlight Omaha’s role in railroads, aerospace, and regional innovation, including the Durham Museum and the SAC Aerospace Museum.

The Omaha Advantage

Omaha’s metropolitan location connects you to internships, industry partnerships, and professional opportunities across the region. These include growing sectors such as tech, healthcare, finance, and community leadership.

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Technology & Innovation

Work alongside Omaha’s growing tech community, from emerging startups to companies like Buildertrend, Google, and FNTS. Explore internships in cybersecurity, software development, and data science while gaining experience in the technologies shaping the future.

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Finance & Business

Gain hands-on experience in a city built on business. Omaha is home to major employers including Mutual of Omaha, First National Bank of Omaha, and Kiewit, offering opportunities in accounting, analytics, and entrepreneurship.

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Health & Human Science

Connect learning to life through partnerships with Nebraska Medicine, QLI, and regional research centers. From clinical practice to wellness initiatives, you’ll find opportunities to make an impact on community health.

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Public Affairs & Community Service

Build stronger communities through collaboration with city, state, and nonprofit organizations. Omaha offers many ways to apply your leadership and public policy skills in meaningful work.

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Education

Teach, mentor, and lead through Omaha’s strong network of public and private schools, after-school programs, and community organizations. Gain classroom experience that prepares you to inspire future learners.

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Fine and Performing Arts & Theatre

Create and perform in a city full of expression. Omaha’s arts scene includes the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, Joslyn Art Museum, the Holland Center for Performing Arts, and Omaha Community Playhouse, giving you opportunities to showcase your creativity.

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Communication & Media

Tell stories that shape perspectives. Work with local media outlets such as KETV and the Omaha World-Herald, or with area agencies to sharpen your skills in journalism, advertising, and digital media.

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Nonprofit & Civic Leadership

Join Omaha’s culture of giving back. Work with organizations such as United Way of the Midlands, Omaha Community Foundation, and Food Bank for the Heartland to support the work that matters most.

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