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Explore. Earn. Excel.

Co-op (Cooperative Education) at the University of Nebraska at Omaha is a dynamic educational approach that integrates academic learning with meaningful paid work experiences related to a student's major or career goals.

Our model allows students to alternate classroom learning with hands-on experience in the field, helping them gain valuable skills, explore career paths, and earn income while still enrolled in school.

What is Co-op at UNO?

Co-op is an educational approach where phases of academic learning are interspersed with paid work experiences related to the student’s field of study.

Co-op Options at UNO

We offer two pathways to meet students where they are:

Traditional or Full-Time Co-op

Students alternate academic semesters with semesters spent working full-time in their chosen field.

  • Work 35+ hours/week
  • One academic semester (15–16 weeks)
  • On-site, remote, or hybrid
  • Alternate with academic semesters

Part-Time Co-op

This flexible option allows students to work part-time while continuing to attend classes.

  • Work ~20 hours/week while enrolled in classes
  • One academic semester (15–16 weeks)
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Ideal for exploratory studies or majors

Both models are paid experiences and must be related to a student’s academic or career field.


Why Choose Co-op at UNO?

Real Work Experience: Gain skills in real-world settings.
Earn While You Learn: All co-ops are paid.
Career Exploration: Try out career paths before graduation.
Employer Connections: Build your professional network.
Academic Credit: Co-op may be eligible for variable course credit (pending program approval).

Who Can Participate?

We are piloting our first co-op in Fall 2025, with plans to expand in future semesters. We encourage students across all colleges to stay tuned for program developments.

How Do I Find A Co-op

  1. Talk to your academic advisor about how co-op could fit into your degree plan.
  2. Browse current openings on Handshake.
  3. Watch for updates on co-op application processes for Fall 2025.

For Employers

Interested in partnering with UNO to host a co-op student?

UNO seeks flexible, paid co-op opportunities across industries. If you're interested in recruiting your next co-op or intern, please contact Career Services at careers@unomaha.edu.

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