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.
Responsibilities
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Developing Unit Descriptions that outline the role and functionality of all factors of orientation programming
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Assist in orientation programmatic scheduling
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Orientation Leader and Transfer Student Leader Schedules
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Parent Program Scheduling
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Classroom reservation management
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Catering reservation management
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Provide support to Student Leadership Intern in OL, TSL, and WWL recruitment
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Serve as program presenter for orientation programming
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Freshman & Transfer University Welcome
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Various Freshman Orientation presentations
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Manage on-call evening responsibilities during Freshman Orientation (June/July dates), while living in the residence hall
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Engage in active communication with peers and supervisor
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Offer support and assistance to professional staff through engagement in various projects
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Pursue a supporting role in maintaining front desk operations, including answering phone calls
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Supporting office initiatives and events related to the matriculation process
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Attend two all student staff professional development trainings per month (Oct-Apr)
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Balancing academic responsibilities with the requirements of the position
Qualifications
- Four semesters of completed coursework at university/college level
- Previous leadership experience
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher to be maintained throughout employment and reviewed each semester
- Enrolled full time (13 credits) as a student through Fall 2021 semester
- Demonstrated time management skills
- Can positively receive and utilize constructive feedback
- Ability to receive and delegate tasks
- Self-accountability
- Availability during the Fall, Spring, and Summer to be able to fill the required hours of the position
- Not planning to study abroad before September 7, 2021 and will not graduate prior to December 2021
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experiences as an Orientation Leader or Transfer Student Leader, or OTE office experience preferred
- Prior event planning experience
- Prior public speaking experience
- Strong organizational, administrative, customer service, and leadership skills including the ability to effectively communicate, delegate, and work to develop a team
- Self-motivated and possesses a desire to work in a flexible team and focused atmosphere
Compensation
The Orientation Intern is paid $13.00 per hour. They are eligible for overtime pay for weeks requiring more than 40 hours. The Orientation Intern can anticipate working 10-15 hours during the Fall semester, and 15-20 hours during the Spring semester. Summer work hours will range from 40-50 hours per week.
Full Position Description
View the full position description including position timeline, COVID-19 remote work plan, and important dates: Orientation Intern Position Description.
How to Apply
The application for this position is closed