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Diverse, thriving, and full of momentum, Nebraska’s a pioneer for opportunity.

Ranked as one of the best places to find a job in the U.S., the state of Nebraska offers strong career opportunities in cybersecurity, defense, healthcare, and biosciences. Areas like Greater Omaha and Lincoln are growing hubs, offering clear paths for everyone from entry-level individuals just starting their career to ex-military professionals.

Whether you’re chasing employment opportunities in Papillion, Bellevue, La Vista, or Omaha, NE, you’ll find roles that matter. And with abundant upskilling programs and entrepreneur support through networks like Scale Omaha, we’re serious about helping talent grow, connect, and thrive — minus the big-city ego.

NEworks is the official workforce development platform of Nebraska, providing several resources for career growth.

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Industries Hiring

From cybersecurity & defense to education & childcare, our diverse economy embraces hardworking individuals from every background, whether you're moving to Nebraska or already a resident.

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Upskilling & Higher Education

Stand out to employers by using resources like Nebraska Career Connections and the University of Nebraska System’s trainings, bootcamps, and masterclasses.

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Entrepreneurs & Startups

Looking for a supportive ecosystem to start or scale your business? Nebraska’s tech hubs and startup communities offer everything from early-stage funding to mentorship.

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Military & Veterans

Start your second career in Nebraska with strong community support, resources like Offutt Air Force Base, and dedicated initiatives that connect veterans to civilian work opportunities.

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The Good Life Stories

Nebraska’s Family Values and Golf Opportunities bring a Veteran Home

While serving in the U.S. Air Force, Ben Davis had not considered returning to his childhood home of Nebraska. “During the military, Nebraska was really nowhere on our radar of places we could be assigned,” he remarked. “Then out of nowhere my career path landed me here and brought us back to the area in […]

Veteran Finds Opportunity, Work-Life Balance after Coming Home to Nebraska for Civilian Career

After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, Jerome Creasy, Jr. could have taken his skills to almost any state. After considering his next step, he chose Nebraska as the place to pursue his post-military career. Jerome had first experienced Nebraska in the mid-1990s when he moved to Omaha with his father, a military veteran. “I […]

Mom Comes Back to Her Roots in Papillion, Builds a Home for the Next Generation

Finding Her Way Back Home For Kylie Scheideler, Nebraska has always been more than a place on the map, it’s been home. After nearly ten years of living in Arizona, she realized the pull to come back wasn’t fading. “While I enjoyed being in Arizona, I always called Nebraska home,” she said. “Anytime we traveled […]