Siembra Nebraska
Kick-Off
Siembra Nebraska provides internships for local high school and college students in environmental and agricultural sustainability, multimedia, business, construction, public health, and more. In the five different internship programs, interns are able to develop leadership skills through on-the-job experience and mentorship opportunities.
By the Numbers
Siembra Nebraska Orientation
We are so excited to officially welcome you to the Siembra Nebraska internship program! We’ve got an incredible summer planned, and we can’t wait to see all of the amazing things you’ll accomplish.
All the essential details for the Siembra Nebraska Kick-Off Events are listed here. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Siembra Nebraska Coordinator.
Day 1 Information
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: The Salvation Army Omaha Kroc Center
2825 Y St, Omaha NE 68107
Help: Contact the team at 531-263-0348
Directions
Reminders
- Check in and check out at the registration table.
- Dress code for day one is business casual.
- If you have any questions, speak with a member of the Siembra Nebraska Internship team.
AGENDA
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Registration and Breakfast
Please pick up your name tag at the registration table to check-in.
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Welcome
Our event will start with a welcoming message by Albert Varas, President & CEO, and a Kick-Off overview by Lorena Zamarripa, Siembra Nebraska Program Manager.
10:00 am – 10:30 am
Ice Breaker Activity
Our group ice breaker activity will be lead by Dafne Alvarado De La Cruz, Siembra Nebraska Coordinator.
10:30 am – 11:15 am
Policy & Expectations Presentation
Our Policy & Expectations presentation will be lead by the Latino Center Administration team.
11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Quickbooks Presentation
Our QuickBooks presentation will be lead by the Latino Center Administration team.
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Lunch
Interns will be dismissed by tables to grab lunch.
If you have not done so, please notify your Siembra Nebraska Coordinator if you have any dietary restrictions.
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Host Meet & Greet
See below for Host Meet & Greet rooms.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your Siembra Nebraska Coordinator.
2:00 pm – 2:10 pm
Break
Restroom are located on…..
2:10 pm – 2:55 pm
Branch Breakout Session
See below for Branch Breakout Sessions rooms.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your Siembra Nebraska Coordinator.
2:55 pm – 3:10 pm
Break
Restrooms are located on…..
3:10 pm – 3:45 pm
Q&A + Day 2 Overview
The Siembra Nebraska team will answer any questions you have and provide details for Day 2 and Day 3 of the Siembra Nebraska Kick-Off events.
3:45pm 4:00 pm
End of Day One
Please check out at the registration table.
Host Meet & Greet Rooms
Siembra Carreras
Room 000
SIEMBRA CONSTRUCCIÓN
Room 000
SIEMBRA Medios
Room 000
SIEMBRA RAÍCES
Room 000
SIEMBRA SALUD
Room 000
Break Out Session Rooms
Siembra Carreras
Room 000
SIEMBRA CONSTRUCCIÓN
Room 000
SIEMBRA Medios
Room 000
SIEMBRA RAÍCES
Room 000
SIEMBRA SALUD
Room 000
Siembra Synergy Conference
We are so excited to welcome you to the Siembra Synergy Conference! We’ve got an incredible day planned filled with fun break out sessions, leadership development, and networking opportunities.
All the essential details for the Siembra Synergy Conference are listed here. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Siembra Nebraska Coordinator.
Siembra Synergy Conference
Event Details
Date: Tuesday May 28, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: The Salvation Army Omaha Kroc Center
2825 Y St, Omaha NE 68107
Help: Contact the team at 531-263-0348
Directions
Reminders
- Check in and check out at the registration table.
- Dress code for day two is the Siembra Nebraska polo.
- If you have any questions, speak with a member of the Siembra Nebraska Internship team.
Agenda
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Check-In & Light Breakfast
Please check-in at the registration table.
9:30 a.m. – 9:40 a.m.
Welcome
Welcome by Lorena Zamarripa, Siembra Nebraska Program Manager.
9:40 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.
Morning Rotation 1
10:10 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Transition
10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Morning Rotation 2
10:45 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Transition
10:50 a.m. – 11:20 a.m.
Morning Rotation 3
11:20 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.
Transition
11:25 a.m.- 11:45 a.m.
Final Group Activity
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Lunch & Networking
12:45 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.
Payaso de Rodeo Competition
12:55 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Transition
1:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m.
Afternoon Rotation 1
1:40 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Transition
1:45 p.m. – 2:25 p.m.
Afternoon Rotation 2
2:25 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Transition
2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.
Afternoon Rotation 3
3:10 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Regroup
3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Exploration
3:45 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
Closing Remarks
4:00 p.m.
Bus Departs
4:00 p.m.
End of day 3
Breakout Sessions
Breakout Sessions Rotations
Group #1:
Breakout Session 1:
Title
Breakout Session 2:
Title
Breakout Session 3:
Title
Group #2:
Breakout Session 1:
Title
Breakout Session 2:
Title
Breakout Session 3:
Title
Group #3:
Breakout Session 1:
Title
Breakout Session 2:
Title
Breakout Session 3:
Title
Siembra Synergy Conference Speakers
In her more than 14 years with Kiewit as a project executive Anayeli has worked on projects in Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming, California, Hawaii and Arizona. She is a member of the company’s corporate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee and an engaged supporter of many community organizations.
Anayeli Martinez-Real, Project Executive | Peter Kiewit
Lamarr is a Dream Director, School Culture Expert and Youth Motivational Speaker. Lamarr created Passion for Leadership to give youth the power to choose; in work, school and life. When students are in action around their passions, they believe their dreams can become reality.
Lamarr Womble, Youth Motivational Speaker | CoolSpeak
Laura is a licensed Therapist and Clinical Social Worker. Since 2008, Laura has worked with families, teens, and children dealing with challenging life experiences. Her work has included therapy, case management, and macro work focused on changing systems.
Laura Sanchez, LICSW, LADC | AM Counseling
Siembra Synergy Conference Sponsors
Siembra ERG Members
Siembra Nebraska Field Day
We’ve got an incredible day planned filled with fun activities, leadership development, and networking opportunities.
All the essential details for the Siembra Nebraska Field Day are listed here. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Siembra Nebraska Coordinator.
Siembra Nebraska Field Day
Event Details
Date: Wednesday May 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: The Salvation Army Omaha Kroc Center
2825 Y St, Omaha NE 68107
Help: Contact the team at 531-263-0348
Directions
Reminders
- Check in and check out at the registration table.
- Dress code for day three is the Program T-Shirt, athletic wear, and sneakers
- If you have any questions, speak with a member of the Siembra Nebraska Internship team.
Agenda
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Check-In & Light Breakfast
Please check-in at the registration table.
9:30 a.m. – 9:40 a.m.
Welcome
Welcome by Lorena Zamarripa, Siembra Nebraska Program Manager.
9:40 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.
Morning Rotation 1
10:10 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Transition
10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Morning Rotation 2
10:45 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Transition
10:50 a.m. – 11:20 a.m.
Morning Rotation 3
11:20 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.
Transition
11:25 a.m.- 11:45 a.m.
Final Group Activity
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Lunch & Networking
12:45 a.m. – 12:55 p.m.
Payaso de Rodeo Competition
12:55 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Transition
1:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m.
Afternoon Rotation 1
1:40 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Transition
1:45 p.m. – 2:25 p.m.
Afternoon Rotation 2
2:25 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Transition
2:30 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.
Afternoon Rotation 3
3:10 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Regroup
3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Exploration
3:45 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
Closing Remarks
4:00 p.m.
Bus Departs
4:00 p.m.
End of day 3
Helpful Information
HR Resources
Human Resources Manager
Dien Tran
Phone: 402-733-2720 ext 1202
Email: dtran@latinocenter.org
Siembra Nebraska
Siembra Nebraska Team Contact
Team Office Phone: 402-733-2720 ext. 1304
Email: siembrane@latinocenter.org
Team Cell Phone: 531-263-0348
*This cell phone number is managed by the Siembra Nebraska Program Manager and can be used for Siembra Nebraska Kick-Off assistance or work-related emergencies.
Important Dates
Internship Timeline June 2, 2025 – August 1, 2025
Job Shadow June 27, 2025 (Paid event)
National Guard Career Day July 18, 2025 (Paid event)
Capstone Presentation August 3, 2025 (Paid event)