CCFL offers an innovative learning and mentoring experience.
We support many student assistantships and research experiences each year from a variety of departments and disciplines both at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Students gain hands-on experience working in a policy-relevant center where they put their research skills to use on real-world problems.
Experiential learning opportunities for students include:
- Assisting in research activities.
- Helping with service projects.
- Working with faculty and project directors to present at conferences or publish their research.
"What I loved about CCFL
was collaborating with a wide range of professional disciplines to do work that really mattered: synthesizing evidence on adolescent pregnancy prevention programs, role-playing to assist in the evaluation of the new Child Advocacy Center, translating research for non-scientific audiences, and writing about the implications of welfare reform on children. I will always be grateful for my CCFL experiences, that prepared me so well for the work I do today."
-Jennifer Kaminski, PhD Former Graduate Research Assistant, currently Team Lead for Child Development Studies at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Opportunities available
Apply to get hands-on experience working in a policy-relevant center.
Volunteer opportunities
To volunteer, you must be a current University of Nebraska–Lincoln student (undergraduate or graduate/professional). Students can start volunteering with CCFL at any time of the year. As a volunteer, you will have the chance to learn, meet interdisciplinary experts, and make a difference in the lives of children and families. Volunteers have the opportunity to assist with a variety of research, service, and training projects.