As a reminder, EPS high school students are allowed to use their Career Exploration Day for one (1) day of the following events.
October 24, 2026, Children's Nebraska Career Quest-SAVE THE DATE!: Mark Your Calendars! (Registration to open September 21st)
Join the Children's Nebraska Team once again for Career Quest: A Deep Dive into Allied Health. This free, half-day learning experience is geared for high school students who are interested in pursuing a healthcare career but aren't sure exactly what route they want to take. The day will consist of hands-on activities, immersive breakouts, an interactive panel and much more!
Departments to be explored include:
Rehab
Medical Lab
Critical Care Transport
Radiology
Neurodiagnostic Technology
Registration will open September 21st!
Can't make it to Career Quest? No worries! Sign up to receive up-to-date information about Career Quest and other career exploration opportunities!
October 26, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., UNK Pre-Law Day: Interested in law, politics, or justice? Experience what law school is really like! Join the University of Nebraska at Kearney for UNK Pre-Law Day and get a hands-on preview of your future career.
What You’ll Do:
Simulated Law Class: Step into a college classroom and experience a real pre-law lecture.
Network with Pros: Meet and chat with local attorneys, UNK faculty, and current law students.
Explore Programs: Learn about internships, paid undergraduate research, study abroad opportunities, and pre-law scholarships.
Free Lunch Provided!
Event Details
When: Monday, October 26th
Cost: 100% FREE (Lunch included!)
Who Can Attend: High school students, parents/family, and teachers.
Ready to join? Click this registration link below to lock in your spot for UNK's Pre-Law Day!
November 2026-March 2027 (See dates below), Midland University Health Sciences Days/Weekend: Click the links below to learn more and register today!
November 4, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., UNMC Backstage Pass-Omaha: The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is proud to present UNMC Backstage Pass and you’re invited! UNMC Backstage Pass is a behind-the-scenes look at health professions careers, designed for high school students who are curious about health care and exploring which career path might be right for them.
The UNMC College of Allied Health Professions, College of Nursing and College of Pharmacy are teaming up to give participants the opportunity to explore a multitude of health professions through hands-on activities, conversations with professionals and an inside look at the education that prepares students for these careers.
UNMC Backstage Pass – Omaha
📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026
⏰ 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
📍 UNMC Omaha Campus
💲 Free to attend – lunch included!
👉 Registration will be found here: go.unmc.edu/backstagepass
*Registration is limited to 300, so please don’t wait too long to sign up! Once capacity is reached a wait list registration will be activated.
🔎 Who should attend?
Backstage Pass is intended for high school students who are interested in health care but may still be exploring their options. It’s a great opportunity to discover professions they may not have considered and get a better feel for what working in health care could look like.
Teachers, advisors and counselors are welcome, too! While your students explore the hands-on activities, you can participate alongside them or connect with UNMC staff to ask questions about health professions education, prerequisites, admissions and ways to help your students prepare for their future careers.
📋 Registration
Each attendee (teachers and students) will need to complete their own registration. This helps us plan appropriately for event space and lunch.
Students may include up to three guests (such as a parent, guardian, spouse or other supporter) on their registration. If a friend or other individual would like to participate in the Backstage Pass activities themselves, please have them complete their own registration rather than listing them as a guest.
Please talk with your counselor if you'd like to use this as a Career Exploration Day excused absence.
November 5, 2026, UNMC Virtual Event: These virtual events are a great way for them to connect with faculty, ask questions, and learn more about UNMC.
Genetic Counseling (GC)
The UNMC Genetic Counseling Program will host two (2) virtual events this year to promote equitable experiences among prospective students interested in learning more about the field of genetic counseling.
The first event, an Open House, is coming up on Thursday, November 5th! Participants get to engage with genetic counselors and program faculty!
Thursday, November 5, 2026
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Central Time
Online via Zoom
Sign up for the GC Event here! More event details will be shared as the date approaches.
Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions at cahpadmissions@unmc.edu or 402-559-6673.
November 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., JA Spark: What is SPARK? JA Spark is an immersive workshop designed for Nebraska high school students who are curious about business and driven by entrepreneurial ideas. Participants will work alongside other motivated students to explore the fundamentals of starting and growing a successful business. Throughout the day, they’ll receive mentorship, advice, and real-world insight from accomplished local entrepreneurs who have built businesses of their own. Students will learn how to research a market, develop a business model, and create a complete business plan. The workshop culminates in an exciting pitch competition, where students present their business ideas to a panel of expert judges and receive constructive feedback, providing a hands-on opportunity to gain practical business experience and build confidence in their entrepreneurial skills.
Guest Speakers will cover the following topics throughout the day:
What's My Business? Presented by Eduardo Sicilia - Eddie is the Founder and CEO of 2%Football and will share his experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, marketing, and player development
Who's My Customer? Presented by Alex Ober - Alex brings a practical view of how modern marketing connects creativity, strategy, and technology to deliver business results
Competitive Advantages: Presented by Abby Miller - a Founder, Facilitator and leadership educator who is energized by Nebraska’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, rural development, and opportunities to support agricultural producers
Pitching the Business: Presented by Michael Vodvarka - bringing expertise from Big Tech, US Air Force and Toastmasters International
This event is completely FREE for all Nebraska high school students. However, space is limited.
Use this link to secure the opportunity for your students. JA SPARK Registration Nov26
Deadline to register is Friday, October 30th, 2026
Questions: emadsen@jalincoln.org
Friday, November 13th, 2026
8:30am - 2:00 pm
Hosted at Lincoln Electric System - 9445 Rokeby Rd, Lincoln, NE 68526
November 14, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Creighton University-School of Medicine's High School Mini Medical School: We are looking forward to hosting our event on Saturday, November 14th from 8:00am to 3:30pm at Creighton University for students in grades 9 - 12. This one-day event is designed to spark curiosity and enthusiasm for careers in medicine through engaging, hands-on experiences. Our theme this year is Cardiology and Heart Health, and activities include animal organ dissections, interactive science experiments, and basic physical exam skills training. Parents will also learn about different careers in medicine through student panels and presentations. Feel free to email Nicole Fatovic (nicolefatovic@creighton.edu), or the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (som.odib@creighton.edu), with any questions you may have, and we will be happy to answer them!
November 17, 2026, 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Air Force ROTC Shadow Day-UNO: On Tuesday, November 17th, we are hosting a Shadow Day. This event gives High School students the chance to follow cadets throughout the day, experience one of our Leadership Laboratory (LLAB) sessions, and learn firsthand what AFROTC is all about.
During LLAB, we will have a career fair where actual Air Force Officers will come in and students will get the chance to ask questions and learn about what kind of careers the Air Force has to offer. This is an excellent opportunity for students to gain insight into the AFROTC program and explore whether or not this path is something they'd like to pursue in the future.
If you are interested in attending, please use the link provided below. We would love to have you join us for this unique and valuable experience.
Event Details:
When: Nov. 17th 1130-1700
Where: UNO Dodge Campus
Details: High school students will shadow ROTC Cadets to learn what AFROTC is all about.
December 5, 2026, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Creighton University-School of Medicine's Young Women in Medicine: We are looking forward to hosting our event on Saturday, December 5th from 8:00am to 3:30pm at Creighton University for students in grades 6 - 12. This one-day event is designed to spark curiosity and enthusiasm for careers in medicine through engaging, hands-on experiences. Our theme this year is Cardiology and Heart Health, and activities include animal organ dissections, interactive science experiments, and basic physical exam skills training. Parents will also learn about different careers in medicine through student panels and presentations. Feel free to email Nicole Fatovic (nicolefatovic@creighton.edu), or the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (som.odib@creighton.edu), with any questions you may have, and we will be happy to answer them!
Click here for the Young Women in Medicine informational flyer!
The AIM Institute is a nonprofit organization with a mission to grow, connect, and inspire the tech talent community through education and career development. AIM has fostered the growth of Omaha’s tech sector for more than 30 years.
AIM helps fill the growing need for skilled workers in technology roles by providing training, education, and connections to empower tech professionals to enter and grow in the tech workforce. At AIM, we believe that creating a more diverse and equitable tech workforce is critical to community success. Through scholarships and financial aid, AIM removes barriers to tech education and increases access to technology careers.
Whether through Code School, Youth in Tech, Leadership Academies, AIM’s annual conferences, or Silicon Prairie News, AIM’s goal is to excite people about technology, inspire them to pursue a tech career, and help them navigate the tech career continuum.
Dream & Discovery Flight Exploration Package/SAC Flight Lab: Ever wondered what it’s like to fly? Step into the shoes of a pilot with our immersive aviation adventure. Start your Dream Flight in a high-tech simulator alongside an expert instructor, then soar above Blair, Nebraska on a real Discovery Flight—an unforgettable view from the pilot’s seat. Click HERE to learn more about Dream & Discovery Flight Exploration Package/SAC Flight Lab today!
Metropolitan Community College 2026-2027 Career & Technical Education Events: Click here to learn more and save the dates for MCC Events!
Metropolitan Community College 2026-2027 Credential College: Providing high school students and recent graduates with the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials and gain valuable career skills—often in just one course.
Credential College offers opportunities in high-demand career areas such as:
Courses for ages 16+
Automotive
Drone Pilot
Flooring
Courses for ages 18+
Biotechnology
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomy
Medical Assistant
Veterinary Assistant
Fiber Optics
Forklift Training
And more!
Find a full list of courses at: Course Catalog | Metropolitan Community College - prod by clicking “Credential College” under “Tags” on the lefthand side.
Omaha STEM Ecosystem and AIM Institute announced the launch of the FREE online STEM Community Platform, presented by Cox. The mission of the STEM Community Platform is to connect youth, parents, educators and professionals to an online hub of high-quality STEM programs, resources and events. The website offers easy functionality for the user to find kids camps, career listings in STEM career fields and informational resources for elementary aged children to adults.
Opera Omaha-Student Dress Rehearsals: Going beyond the ordinary field trip experience, Student Dress Rehearsals at Opera Omaha offer students a deep, meaningful encounter with many of the elements that bring the productions to the stage and a chance to see how a show is fine-tuned while watching many of the professional artists, technicians and managers in action.
Dress rehearsals are a great opportunity for students to experience an opera performance and see artisans at work before the show opens to the public. We are privileged to be able to offer our students and chaperones this amazing opportunity for FREE. Opera Omaha-Student Dress Rehearsals information is available here!!
Note: Career Awareness opportunities during school hours are not excused as school activities,
unless special permission is given such as an approved class field trip or combined with an approved college visit/Career Exploration Day.