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Become an Orientation Leader!

Lead. Inspire. Welcome.

Orientation Leaders (OLs) are the heart of Screaming Eagles Orientation. They welcome new students, build friendships, and make a lasting impact at USI!  

What do Orientation Leaders Do?

  • Welcome new students and families to campus
  • Answer questions about the University
  • Provide insight to the college student experience
  • Lead small groups of new students through the onboarding experience
  • Help new students make connections with other students
  • Lead activities for new students
  • Share information with parents of new students
  • Assist in setting up for orientation sessions

Position Qualifications

  • Full-time, degree-seeking student (enrolled in at least 12 credit hours) at the University during the Spring term and registered for the following fall term
  • A 2.75 cumulative grade point average from most recent school (college or high school) at the time of application and maintain that grade point average throughout employment

Qualities Looking for in Applicants

  • Empathy and Active Listening
  • Authenticity and Warmth
  • Communication Skills
  • Reliability and Responsibility
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability and Problem-Solving
  • Campus Knowledge and Pride 
  • Leadership Potential

Benefits

  • $8.75 per hour for training and orientation days
  • Summer overnight housing available 
  • USI apparel (polos, jacket, backpack)
  • Meals around summer sessions
  • Training and leadership development

Orientation Leader Training

  • Mandatory training during spring semester (Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m.)
  • Training day prior to each set of summer orientation sessions

If you have any questions, contact New Student and Transitional Programs
at 812-465-7167 or new.student@usi.edu


Orientation Leader Application Process