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Funding Available for Companies Hiring Interns
Jul 23 2012<p>InternNE funding is still available for companies wanting to hire interns and participate in the program, administered by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED).</p>
<p>“The first-year response has been encouraging, and we look forward to helping additional businesses find the interns needed to meet their skill demands,” said Catherine D. Lang, DED Director. “This program offers a good balance of assisting employers to find future employees, while offering students the skills needed to enter the workforce.”</p>
<p>During the first year 242 companies statewide filed applications to participate. Of those, 188 approved companies have worked or are currently working with active interns. Broken down by geographic location, 113 companies can be found in Douglas, Lancaster and Sarpy counties; the remaining 75 are located in more rural parts of the state.</p>

<p>Governor Dave Heineman outlines the results of a year-long effort focused on economic growth and job creation.</p>

<p>The Nebraska State Chamber announces 2012 Results for Business. Find out what passed. What didn't. And what it means to your bottom line.</p>