About the Department

The Industrial Technology Department is dedicated to the preparation of professionals who compete and excel in dynamic, technological, and global careers.

The areas of study include:

Discovery Hall is home to our programs in construction management, industrial distribution, aviation systems, interior and product design, as well as a new Cyber Systems department. 

Samantha Ryan

I am serving as the head designer for the home organization line (Inspired Closets) for our 3 locations; Omaha, Lincoln and Des Moines. This line does anything from simple reach in closets to larger, more luxurious master closets, walk-in pantries, and garage systems. I never thought I would be in this line of work, I did not even know it was a very popular/high demand product to consider in home design. People put a lot of money into a very well thought out organization system. Being somewhat of a neat freak myself, I took this on full force during my internship and have found my calling! I love what I do and wouldn't change it for anything. CKF is an amazing company to work for. "

Samantha Ryan

CFK

Interior Designer

Beyond the Classroom

At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, we believe in providing opportunities for students to help them excel in their field. The Industrial Technology Department allows students to get involved early and often, with multiple organizations, internships, and opportunities to expand your horizons while growing and furthering your career experience. 

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Scholarships

The department of Industrial Technology offers scholarships for current students, as well as incoming freshmen. Students may apply for Scholarships each year from February 1 through the last day of February by accessing the online application on MyBLUE. This single application on MyBLUE will submit a student's application for consideration of all UNK scholarships for which they qualify. All applicants will be notified of their results by the month of June. (Incoming freshmen and transfer students must be admitted to UNK to apply.)

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Student Organizations

Students are provided opportunities for travel to professional conferences and the opportunity to relate class activities to national competitive events. Students participating in student organizations are provided an opportunity to interact with faculty members outside the classroom, creating a relationship which helps to enhance the educational process.

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Internships

Each ITEC internship is 12 weeks, working full-time. Interns must work at least 460 hours during the 12 weeks, and many will work more. Interns may work longer, but on-site academic requirements must be fulfilled in the 12 week period. There are 15 weeks during the summer time frame.