2023 Orientation Leader Application

Orientation Leader Application
New Orientation Leader Application Deadline - February 20, 2026

Returning Orientation Leader Application Deadline - February 6, 2026

The Office of Student Involvement & Leadership Development is thrilled that you are applying to be an Orientation Leader! Please read all the details below to ensure you have everything you need before completing your application and have a full understanding of the Orientation Leader position.

Questions about the Orientation Leader position can be emailed to studentinvolvement@worcester.edu.
Orientation Leader Expectations
- Work both independently and as a team, and take initiative on projects/assignments.
- Act as a mentor and role model to support fellow Orientation Leaders.
- Be an effective and clear communicator with peers, new students, and parents and families.
- Possess a high level of maturity and an ability to use independent judgment in decision-making.
- Demonstrate flexibility, creativity, humor, and dedication.
- Maintain high energy, enthusiasm, and stamina when working long days.
- Open to learning and challenging yourself to grow in your leadership capacities.
There are numerous benefits to working as an Orientation Leader, including:
- Experience in peer leadership and presentation skills.
- Experience in large-scale programming and event planning.
- Free on-campus housing in June for summer Orientation leaders.
Required Qualifications
All Orientation Leaders
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student.
- Must have been a full-time student for at least one semester.
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher.
- Must be free of any current/pending judicial action by the university.
Summer Orientation Leaders must live on campus throughout June and participate fully in all training and Orientation programs.

Fall Orientation Leaders must participate in all required training, First-Year Move-In Day, and New Student Fall Welcome.
Important Dates
February 9-17 - Returning Orientation Leader Interviews

February 27 – New Orientation Leader Group Process

March 3-12 - New Orientation Leader Interviews

April 3 - Spring Meeting 1

May 6 - Spring Meeting 2

June 1-26 - Summer Orientation Training and Programs

August 27 - Fall Orientation Training

August 30 - First-Year Move-In Day

September 1 - New Student Fall Welcome

There may be additional opportunities to work the Transfer Orientation and Parent & Family Orientation programs in May, June, and August. You will be notified as these opportunities become available.
Salary
Summer Orientation Leaders will be paid $2,000 for training and all June sessions.

Fall Orientation Leaders will be paid $15/hour for training, Move-In Day, and New Student Fall Welcome.

Orientation Leaders working Transfer and Parent & Family Orientation programs will be paid $15/hour.
I understand and can meet the expectations of an Orientation Leader, and I meet the required qualifications and can commit to the important dates listed above.

Applicant Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
Please use your worcester.edu email address
Student ID Number*
Phone Number*
Year of Graduation*

2027202820292030
Current Estimated GPA*
All Orientation Leader applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.3.
Major(s)*
Are you a commuter or a resident?*

CommuterResident
Are you a transfer student?*

YesNo
If you are a transfer student, where did you transfer from?

Orientation Leader Position
Are you applying to be an Orientation Leader for the first time?*

Yes, I am a new Orientation Leader applicantNo, I have been an Orientation Leader and would like to return to the staff
New Orientation Leader Information

February 27, 5-8pm – Orientation Leader Group Process
Snow date: March 1

March 3 - March 12 - New Orientation Leader Interviews

June 1 - June 26 - Training and New Student Orientation programs

August 27 - September 1 - Training and New Student Fall Welcome

*Additional dates for meetings, training, and programs will be provided. Dates may be subject to change.
Returning Orientation Leader Information

February 6 - Returning Orientation Leader Applications Due

February 9-17 - Returning Orientation Leader Interviews

June 1 - June 26 - Summer Orientation Training and Programs

August 27 - September 1 - Training and New Student Fall Welcome

*Additional dates for meetings, training, and programs will be provided. Dates may be subject to change
Agrees to Dates*

I can commit to all of the required dates listed above, and understand they are subject to change.

New Orientation Leader References
Instructions

Please provide the name, contact information, and job title for two professional references. Acceptable references include current/former supervisors, WSU faculty and staff, and former coaches/teachers/mentors.

References should NOT be other students or family members.
Reference 1
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference Job Title*
Organization, company or department of reference*
Relationship to Applicant*
Reference 2
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference Job Title*
Organization, company or department of reference*
Relationship to Applicant*

New Orientation Leader Hiring Process
New Orientation Leader applications are due February 20.
Step 1 | Orientation Leader Group Process

Friday, February 27th, 5-8pm, Student Center Blue Lounge
Group Process is a group interview for all new Orientation Leader applicants, and will allow the Orientation professional staff to see all candidates interact in a group setting. Group Process typically lasts for about three hours and includes icebreakers, small group activities, and a question-and-answer session. Graduating Orientation Leaders help to facilitate the activities during Group Process.

Group Process is MANDATORY for all candidates applying for a position, so please review and adjust your schedule so that you can attend.
Step 2 | Orientation Leader Individual Interviews

March 3rd - March 12th in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development
Immediately following Group Process, the Orientation professional staff will narrow down the pool of applicants to interview for the Orientation Leader position based on feedback from the group interview. Everyone who attended Group Process will be notified via email immediately following the group interview with the decision whether or not they have been selected to move forward to the individual interview stage.

Individual interviews will be approximately 20 minutes and will be scheduled from March 3 to March 12. If you are chosen for an individual interview, you will be emailed a link to sign up for an interview that works for your schedule. Interviews will be held in person in the Office of Student Involvement in the Student Center with members of the Orientation professional staff.
Step 3 | Decision Emails Sent

Friday, March 13th
All candidates who participated in the individual interviews will receive an email letting you know whether or not you have received the position, been selected as an alternate, or if you were not chosen for the position. Applicants who have been selected as an alternate may be called up to fill any open spots on the staff as soon as one is available, right up until training begins in June.
Agrees to hiring process*

I agree to participate in Group Process and will continue with all steps in the interview process if selected to move forward in the application process.

Appication Questionnaire for Returning Orientation Leaders
Please list any new leadership/work experience since last summer.*
Growth and development is an important part of the Orientation Leader experience. As you reflect on your previous performance as an OL, please identify what you would like to improve on if you come back to the OL staff.*
How will you work to strengthen the areas listed above?*
What would you tell a potential new staff member about the Orientaiton Leader experience?*
What topic(s) would you like to see included in this year's training? Are there any changes that you would make to OL training?*
Which Orientation Leader position are you applying for?*

Summer Orientation LeaderFall Orientation LeaderSummer & Fall Orientation Leader
Orientation Team Leader
The Orientation Team Leaders provide administrative and social support to the Orientation Program. This is a great leadership opportunity for returning OLs who wish to gain experience in mentoring and supporting their peers while enhancing their professional and leadership skills.

Tasks may include:
- Coordinate rooming necessities before OL move-in.
- Plan one social outing for their team during Orientation training.
- Act as a resource for both new and returning OLs, checking in each day for understanding, questions, and concerns.
Requirements
- Must have previously served as an Orientation Leader at WSU.
- Must have a GPA of a 2.5 or higher.
- Must be available to move in early to assist with training preparation.
Are you intersted in being an Orientation Team Leader?*

YesNo
Why are you a strong candidate for the Orientation Team Leader position?

Returning Orientation Leader Hiring Process
Returning Orientation Leader applications are due February 6.
Step 1 | Orientation Leader Individual Interviews

February 9th - 17th in the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development
Individual interviews will be approximately 20 minutes and will be scheduled from February 9 to February 17. If you are chosen for an individual interview, you will be emailed a link to sign up for an interview that works for your schedule. Interviews will be held in person in the Office of Student Involvement in the Student Center with members of the Orientation professional staff.
Step 2 | Decision Emails Sent

Friday, March 13th
All candidates who participated in the individual interviews will receive an email letting you know whether or not you have received the position, been selected as an alternate, or if you were not chosen for the position. Applicants who have been selected as an alternate may be called up to fill any open spots on the staff as soon as one is available, right up until training begins in June.
Agree to Dates and Process*

I agree to participate with all steps in the interview process if selected to move forward in the application process.

Application Detail Review
Orientation Leader Hiring Timeline
February 6 - Returning Orientation Leader applications are due.

February 9-17 - Returning Orientation Leader individual interviews.

February 20 - New Orientation Leader applications and references are due. GPA and judicial records will be checked.

February 27 - New Orientation Leader Group Process interview. Emails will be sent following the group process with information on whether you have been selected to move forward to the individual interview stage.

March 3-12 - New Orientation Leader individual interviews.

March 13 - Decision emails will be sent for all applicants who completed an individual interview.
Additional Information
All Orientation Leaders
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student.
- Must have been a full-time student for at least one semester.
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher.
- Must be free of any current/pending judicial action by the university.
Summer Orientation Leaders must live on campus throughout June and participate fully in all training and Orientation programs.

Fall Orientation Leaders must participate in all required training, First-Year Move-In Day, and New Student Fall Welcome.

Questions about the Orientation Leader position can be emailed to studentinvolvement@worcester.edu.
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Ability to relate to people of backgrounds different than your own
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Ability to recieve and utilize constructive criticism
Knowledge of campus resources
Ability to express yourself clearly
Ability to problem solve and work independently
Organizational and time management skills

Orientation Leader Application

Orientation Leader Expectations

Required Qualifications

Important Dates

Salary

Applicant Information

Orientation Leader Position

Application Questionnaire for New Orientation Leaders

New Orientation Leader References

Reference 1

Reference 2

New Orientation Leader Hiring Process

Step 1 | Orientation Leader Group Process

Step 2 | Orientation Leader Individual Interviews

Step 3 | Decision Emails Sent

Appication Questionnaire for Returning Orientation Leaders

Orientation Team Leader

Returning Orientation Leader Hiring Process

Step 1 | Orientation Leader Individual Interviews

Step 2 | Decision Emails Sent

Application Detail Review

Orientation Leader Hiring Timeline

Additional Information