Students working in OTE have the ability to enhance their leadership, communication and technical skills and abilities to prepare them for their future careers. These are paid hourly positions.
Orientation & Transition Experiences (OTE) works to provide quality transitional experiences that maximize students’ potential for personal and academic success. OTE is responsible for planning and implementing the University’s Orientation, Welcome Week, and Student Transition programs, which are an integral part of the college experience.
Applications are open for the following positions:
OTE Internship Positions
OTE Internship Positions
Commuter Success Program Intern
The Commuter Success Program Intern is responsible for the implementation of the Commuter Success Program through creating and providing a flexible and supportive program for first-year commuter students while promoting a sense of belonging and nutritional well-being.
Applications are currently closed for this position.
Communications & Design Intern
The Communications & Design Intern will assist with many projects related to New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, and other first-year programs. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional graphic design skills, a strong interest in communication strategy, and the desire to build on your experience as a communications professional.
Applications are open and must be submitted by Friday, March 6 at 11:59 p.m.
Digital Media Intern
The Digital Media Intern helps strengthen OTE’s presence in the areas of social media and app-based communication. The position is also responsible for creating monthly newsletters and assisting in a variety of projects.
Applications are open and must be submitted by Friday, March 6 at 11:59 p.m.
Orientation Intern
The Orientation Intern is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing content for orientation programming. With a focus on program logistics, the Orientation Intern will be involved in planning for Spring Transfer programming (January), and summer programming for new student and parent and family programs.
Applications are currently closed for this position.
Welcome Week Intern
The Welcome Week intern will help manage the operational components that include planning, training, and execution of the Welcome Week program. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Welcome Week.
Applications are currently closed for this position.
Orientation Positions
Orientation Positions
Orientation Leader (OL)
Orientation Leaders are responsible for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for approximately 6,900 new first-year students and 1,200 new transfer students during New Student Orientation and Welcome Week. Both programs focus on providing a quality transitional experience for new students and their families.
Applications are currently closed for this position.
Operations Crew
The Operations Crew supports Orientation & Transition Experiences by delivering smooth and welcoming Orientation and Welcome Week programs. In this paid leadership role, students provide excellent customer service, assist with event logistics and check-in, and serve as positive representatives of the University while helping new students and families transition successfully.
Applications are open and must be submitted by Monsay, April 6 at 9 a.m.
Additional OTE Positions
Additional OTE Positions
Office Assistant (OA)
The Office Assistant plays a crucial role in our office. The responsibilities of this position include receptionist and information referral point for new students, parents, office staff and University departments.
Applications are currently closed for this position.
Commuter Success Program Lead
The Commuter Success Program Lead is responsible for developing a sense of community for a commuter "pod" (group of 8-10 first year students) and hosting weekly meals for first year commuter students. The goal of these meals is to build community and discuss student success topics over a meal. Commuter leads should be welcoming and inclusive in how they interact and build relationships with students.
are open and must be submitted by Monday, April 6 at 9 a.m.
Welcome Week Leader
Welcome Week Leaders are responsible for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment during Welcome Week. Welcome Week Leaders will be responsible for preparing and staffing events during Welcome Week with significant responsibility for supporting program logistics and ensuring new students have a smooth and successful Welcome Week experience.
Applications are currently closed for this position.