New Student Orientation is looking for passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable Orientation Leaders. Orientation Leaders serve a vital role in the day-long program. They are a selected group of students who represent the Mountaineer Spirit and WVU’s student-oriented mission. The goal of New Student Orientation is to help incoming students with the transition from high school to college and those transferring from another institution. The Orientation Leaders will show prospective students and families the downtown campus via a walking tour, as well as answer questions during the tour.
These positions require confidence, enthusiasm, sense of humor, excellent communication skills with a variety of personality types, familiarity with WVU programs and services, and passionate Mountaineer pride. The month of June is the primary period for New Student Orientation. New undergraduate students will participate in one of the 18 sessions offered during this month.
This is a paid position with more in-office opportunities, as well as chances for establishing and improving relationships with peers and University officials. Apply online at http://orientation.wvu.edu/orientation_leaders/orientation_leader_application.
The application deadline is January 27, 2012.