Catalyst Internship

Nelnet•Lincoln, NE

1d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Catalyst Internship Program (CIP) is designed to address challenges by dedicating talented students to explore, research, and implement innovative solutions to complex projects. This program is a strategic initiative aimed at driving Nelnet's future success. The Catalyst Internship offers a unique, in-person experience from January through December 2027. Nelnet's core business hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and your schedule will fall within these hours while working around your class schedule. This internship requires 15-20 hours per week during the school year and full-time (40) hours during the summer months. This is a rare chance to gain long-term experience and make a real impact!

Requirements

Full-time student working toward a 4-year degree in Business, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Sales, Computer Science, Marketing, Journalism, AD/PR, or related fields.
Must be enrolled at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Investigative and innovative mindset with a passion for problem-solving.
Capability to research and digest diverse data sets.
Self-starter with a high degree of independence and creativity.
Ability to communicate complex ideas through written reports and presentations to diverse audiences.
Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
Ability to build and maintain professional networks and relationships.
Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate findings to diverse audiences.
Willingness to experiment with and learn new tools.

Nice To Haves

Current or previous experience in student organizations, clubs, or teams a plus.
Experience with innovation initiatives, research activities, or competitions/events demonstrating a creative and investigative mindset also a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate in small teams to intake, research, and explore innovative ideas and challenges.
Engage with internal teams across Nelnet to test and validate potential solutions.
Present findings and recommendations to project advisors and corporate leadership, including Nelnet executives.
Participate in internal innovation events to source new project ideas.
Document, communicate and present project progress, outcomes, and learnings.
Proactively participate in creative exploration (think outside the box).