Your future
starts here.
Step-Up Omaha provides paid summer career exploration
and work experiences for Omaha-area youth ages 14–21.
Discover career possibilities, build valuable skills,
and prepare for your future.
JANUARY 1, 2027
Visit this page for the Summer 2027 application.
Find your path
at Step-Up Omaha.
Whether you’re exploring your interests or gaining
hands-on work experience, Step-Up Omaha offers
age-appropriate opportunities designed to help
you learn, grow, and prepare for success.
Career Exploration
Participate in guided career exploration,
skill-building activities, professional development,
and learning experiences designed to help
you discover your interests.
Worksite Experience
Build workplace readiness skills through training
and hands-on experiences with local employers.
Gain practical knowledge, develop professional
connections, and prepare for future employment.
What you’ll gain.
Career Discovery
Explore career pathways and learn about
different industries.
Real-World Skills
Develop workplace readiness skills,
professional habits, and confidence.
Mentorship & Support
Connect with coaches, employers,
and community partners.
Paid Opportunities
Gain valuable experience while earning
a paycheck. Summer 2027 pay details
will be announced.
Experience today.
Opportunity tomorrow.
Step-Up Omaha is about more than earning a paycheck.
It’s about helping young people discover their potential,
develop confidence, and build a foundation for future success.
Through career exploration, meaningful work experiences,
and connections with local professionals, participants
have opportunities to learn what they’re capable of
and begin imagining what’s possible.
01
Discover Your Strengths
Explore your interests, talents,
and career possibilities.
02
Build Your Confidence
Strengthen communication, teamwork,
and professional skills.
03
Create New Connections
Meet mentors, employers, and community leaders
who can help guide your journey.
Who can apply?
Step-Up Omaha welcomes applications from
Omaha-area youth ages 14–21 who are interested
in exploring careers, developing new skills,
and gaining meaningful work experience.
Applicants should be prepared to participate
in required program activities, complete the
registration process, and follow program expectations.
Applications are reviewed to determine eligibility.
Selection and placement depend on available funding,
program capacity, and opportunities that match
participants’ ages, interests, and experience.
- Must be between ages 14 and 21
- Must live in the Omaha area
- Must complete the program application
- Must complete required onboarding and registration
- Must meet program participation expectations
IMPORTANT
Submitting an application does not guarantee
acceptance into Step-Up Omaha.
Four steps to prepare
for registration.
The Step-Up Omaha registration process begins
before your in-person appointment. Follow
each step carefully to help ensure you’re prepared.
Complete the Program Application
Submit the Step-Up Omaha program application using the applicant’s correct personal information.
The Applicant Email field must contain the applicant’s own personal email address.
Do not use a school email or a parent or guardian’s email.
Watch for ADP and SignNow Emails
After applications are reviewed, applicants moving forward in the process will receive instructions
through ADP and SignNow.
Check the applicant’s inbox, spam, and junk folders regularly for important onboarding and consent instructions.
Complete All Online Onboarding
Follow the instructions in both emails.
Complete assigned ADP forms, upload
identification documents, enter direct
deposit information, and submit signatures.
Parents or guardians must also complete any required consent forms delivered through SignNow.
Attend Registration Prepared
Attend your scheduled registration appointment with all required original documents.
Bring the exact identification documents
uploaded into ADP, along with acceptable household income verification.
All required paperwork must be completed.
Before you get started.
A few important details can help you avoid
delays during the application and registration process.
Use Your Own Email
Applicants must use their own personal email address.
Do not use a school email or a parent or guardian’s email.
Complete Both Online Steps
Follow the instructions received through ADP and SignNow.
Complete all assigned forms, uploads, and signatures.
Bring Original Documents
Bring the exact original identification
documents uploaded into ADP, along with required income verification.
Registration Is Required
Applicants must complete the required registration process.
Completing an application does not guarantee acceptance.
Be ready when
applications open.
Applications for Summer 2027 open January 1, 2027. In the meantime, explore program opportunities, review
eligibility requirements, and prepare for registration.
APPLICATIONS OPEN
JANUARY 1, 2027
Return to this page for the Summer 2027 application.
