Nineteen Students Return to Greater Nebraska for NCF Hometown Internships

Nineteen college students arrived in their Greater Nebraska hometowns in May to both further the community-building work of local Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) (www.nebcommfound.org) affiliated funds and strengthen their connections to the places that raised them—perhaps inspiring them to one day return and make their own future in Greater Nebraska.

NCF expanded its Hometown Interns program for 2021 following the success of 2020’s group of 13 interns. The expansion offers more opportunities for ambitious young Nebraskans to return to their hometowns and further the mission of their local NCF affiliated fund. This program helps young people feel more connected to their hometowns, hone job relevant skills and network with adults and job creators in the area. Importantly, it’s allowing them to envision a bright future right in the comfort of their own hometown.

The 2020 class of interns brought a multitude of skills to their communities, assisting with promoting local arts, sharing success stories, mapping community assets and much more.

Hometown Interns will be working with local volunteer leaders on a variety of projects customized to the community they live in and the interests and skill sets of the interns. While the specific tasks and projects will vary from one Hometown Internship to another, NCF will provide numerous opportunities for interns to connect with one another throughout the summer to give them space to learn from each other, share ideas and foster appreciation for their hometowns while contributing to community development efforts at the local and statewide level.

The 2021 NCF Hometown Interns are: Amber Cherney, Cuba, KS; Dakota Cherney, Chester; Megan Collins, Hebron; Hayley Denner, Diller; Emily Erickson, Albion; Katie Hawk, Ewing; Cheyanna Jacobe, Deshler; Cheyenne Knehans, Red Cloud; Luke Kramer, Rosalie; Paige Kniep, Deshler; James Mockry, McCook; Emily Morrow, O’Neill; Rachel Orth, Ogallala; Luke Partsch, Nebraska City; Connor Rosfeld, Callaway; Kelli Schoch, Columbus; Jocelyn Shipman, Guide Rock; Miranda Shreves, Johnson; and Austin Truex, Norfolk.

Nebraska Community Foundation‘s Hometown Intern program partners include University of Nebraska Extension; Nebraska Honors; the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication program; and the Center for Civic Engagement. To learn more, visit www.nebcommfound.org.