Career Boot Camp

The Urban League of Nebraska’s Career Boot Camp is a 3-week intensive, structured workforce development program designed to equip participants with the mindset, skills, and tools needed to secure and maintain meaningful employment. The program is held Monday – Friday and combines hands-on training, real-world application, and guided facilitation to help participants build both technical and soft skills for career success. Participants engage in workshops focused on career development, interview preparation, job search strategies, digital presence, and financial capability. The program also includes certification opportunities, employer engagement, and structured reflection to reinforce learning and promote personal accountability.

Program Goals:

• Prepare participants for sustainable employment and career success.
• Strengthen financial literacy and money management skills.
• Increase participant confidence, professionalism, and self-efficacy.
• Reduce barriers to employment through skill-building and support.
• Promote long-term self-sufficiency and economic stability.

Participants will:

• Complete assessments that are designed to identify goals, strengths, interests, and career pathways.
• Develop career goals that align with their desired career pathway.
• Develop a professional resume and cover letter and demonstrate effective interview skills using the STAR method.
• Build and optimize a LinkedIn profile and/or other professional digital presences.
• Apply job search strategies and skill development using modern tools and platforms (ex. Artificial Intelligence).
• Create and implement a personal spending plan using sound financial practices.
• Understand banking systems, credit reports, and financial products.
• Complete employer-facing activities such as mock interviews and job fairs.
• Identify and address personal barriers to employment and financial success.

Workforce Development

Our Workforce Development Program provides participants with comprehensive career readiness services designed to prepare them for employment, career advancement, and long-term economic stability. Participants engage in career coaching, workforce readiness workshops, resume and cover letter development, job search assistance, application support, and interview preparation. The program also connects individuals to industry-recognized certifications, employer-led training opportunities, career fairs, internships, and direct employment opportunities aligned with in-demand industries such as construction, healthcare, transportation, and other skilled career pathways. In addition, participants receive support with goal setting, career pathway planning, digital literacy, workplace communication, and professional development to help them build confidence and succeed in the workforce.

ULN supports participants through individualized case management and ongoing assessments that help identify career interests, strengths, barriers, and financial goals. Staff conduct career and financial assessments, pre- and post-assessments, and progress evaluations to create and maintain personalized action plans tailored to each participant’s needs and career goals. Participants are also connected to financial coaching services that include budgeting, credit building, savings strategies, banking access, and financial wellness education to support overall economic stability. Through partnerships with employers, financial institutions, training providers, and community organizations, ULN provides participants with access to supportive services, mentorship, networking opportunities, and real-world career exposure that promote both immediate employment outcomes and long-term career and financial success.

Our services include:

1. Personalized one-on-one career coaching
2. Career exploration and individualized goal setting
3. Job readiness and employability training and workshops
4. Resume development and interview preparation
5. Professional communication and workplace skills
6. Connections to industry-specific certifications and training pathways
7. Job placement assistance and direct employer connections

Youth Workforce Development

Make this summer one you’ll never forget!

Get paired with a quality job and earn up to $1,800.

Program Highlights

• Earn up to $1,800 during the summer
• Gain on-the-job experience and learn more about career opportunities
• Develop new life and work skills such as interviewing and customer service
• Connect with long-term employment opportunities

Participation

The STEP-UP Omaha! program is designed for anyone ages 14-21 years old.

Registration

Go to STEPUPOmaha.com to register for the summer program online. The 2026 application is closed.