Temp Startup Accelerator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position Information
Position Information
Working Title
Cohort Program Manager
Department
Center for Entrepreneurship-1302
Requisition Number
S_260655
Posting Open Date
08/12/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
09/10/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Description of Work
The Cohort Program Manager will support the advancement of the mission and purpose of the Center for Entrepreneurship. This position is primarily responsible for managing and enhancing the Center's cohort programs (the Accelerator and the Catalysts cohort), coaching student teams through the startup development process and maintaining the mentor, service provider, and investor relationships that make those programs successful. This position also co-advises the Husker Venture Fund, the Center's student-run venture capital fund, and supports the Cornhusker Venture Capital Investment Competition. Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required.
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EEO Statement
Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of relevant experience in a startup environment or equivalent- including direct experience founding a company, working in a key operational role alongside a founder (e.g., chief of staff, co-founder, early employee), or comparable experience in venture development, accelerator/incubator leadership, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools in a professional or entrepreneurial context.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree.
• Coaching or mentoring early-stage entrepreneurs.
• Experience teaching or facilitating workshops in a higher education or accelerator setting.
• Familiarity with venture capital, angel investing, or student-run investment funds.

The ideal candidate possesses a deep network within regional or national startup ecosystems. AI fluency is a baseline expectation throughout this role: the person in this position should naturally leverage current AI tools to improve their work, including in coaching students on customer discovery, market assessment, and go-to-market strategy. We are seeking a self-starter, connector, and practitioner who can teach, coach, and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
No
Physical Required
No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No
Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes
Posted Salary
$78,000/year minimum
How to Apply
Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Sam Nelson, snelson11@unl.edu
Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional
Job Type
Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date:
September 2026
Appointment End Date