Pathway Intern - Product/Project Management - Starting August 2025

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Yes were a student loan servicer. Were also a technology company idea incubator start-up accelerator and K-12 and higher education expert. At Nelnet were so much more than what you thinkand were just getting started. So no matter what you want to do in lifebuild codes or build brandswere the best place to do it.

Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship competitive pay casual dress flexible schedule intern-specific programming and meaningful work experience.

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If youre looking for an unparalleled experience to make an impact on your future career wed love to hear from you. Through our Pathway Program interns have the opportunity to expand their network get real world experience within a business field and build upon your passions some of which youll discover along the way.
Throughout several department rotations during the academic year you will commit to working on diverse teams and receiving mentorship from our companys top contributors. You will become part of a unique cohort designed to support challenge and engage you through business-case presentations networking opportunities and intern events.
Product/Project Management - We know how to take charge. Interested in learning how to manage a project or task within a business Nelnet is a fast-paced growing company that looks to diversify and grow business lines. This intern role will take a look at different areas of our business and how we are looking to continue the growth through new ideas & efficiency updates. Interns in this track will work on tasks such as data collection preparing reports deep dive & benchmark analysis perform product research. Interns in this track rotate through these departments:
Benefit Ed
Nelnet Diversified Services (NDS) Call center Ops
Nelnet Diversified Services (NDS) IT Delivery
Nelnet Business Services (NBS) - FACTS Product
Vendor Risk Management
This program is available for undergrad students in the U.S. for the entire duration of the academic year and will be conducted hybrid. For those that are located near a Nelnet regional office with a team presence at it we will help to coordinate in-person work following local health guidelines and procedures at that time.

You will receive:
Computer Equipment: Laptop monitor keyboard mouse for the duration of your internship
Day-to-day support from direct mentor(s) campus recruiting and Nelnet support functions regarding any questions you might have.
The most comfortable Nelnet t-shirts along with other swag items to help you feel at home.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Pathway Interns will work directly as a functioning member of multiple teams within Nelnet. Interns will rotate through a variety of business departments across the enterprise adding value to projects already in place or creating new ones to own yourself. In addition they will collaborate with other Pathway interns to complete multiple projects based on real business problems Nelnet faces today. Through this program we have scheduled events programming networking and mentorship opportunities that interns will be expected to participate in.

EDUCATION:
Working towards a degree in Business Management Product Management Project Management Communication or other business-related major

WERE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:
Has familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM-related technology.
Communicate through different channels to internal and external stakeholders one-on-one large presentations virtually and in-person (depending on your location).
Has the necessary network infrastructure to work virtually if needed.
Can effectively problem solve independently.
Is self-motivated accountable and driven to maximize opportunities presented in the internship.
Possesses exceptional written verbal and interpersonal skills.
Is comfortable with some degree of ambiguity and able to adapt to multiple rotations throughout the academic year.
Willing to share new ideas (with interns and full-time associates) while recognizing feedback as an opportunity for professional growth
Ideally will be a sophomore or junior in college during the internship term though all students will be considered.
Understands how to manage time between school and work responsibilities.
Must be able to work at least 15-20 hours/week consistently.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at or.

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.