Campus Tour Guide

Oberlin College & Conservatory • Oberlin, OH

52d • $14 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oberlin Campus Tour Guide serves as an ambassador to prospective students, families, and visitors. The primary responsibility of each Tour Guide is to encourage interest in Oberlin College and Conservatory while accurately informing prospective students and their parents about the programs, opportunities, and experiences unique to Oberlin. Each Tour Guide is directly responsible to the Campus Visit Team within Oberlin's Office of Admissions.

Requirements

• Must be current Oberlin College of Arts & Sciences or Double Degree students between their 2nd and 6th semesters at Oberlin as of the Spring 2026 Semester (or between 2nd and 8th semesters for Double Degree students)
• Broad knowledge of Oberlin College
• Effective public speaking skills
• Professional conduct
• Ability to walk backwards
• Ability to think on one's feet, multitask, and be flexible
• An understanding of best practices for providing customer service and hospitality
• Tour guide applicants must give consent for the Admissions Office to request an Oberlin College Conduct Check and Title IX Office check in order to be hired as an Admissions Tour Guide.

Nice To Haves

• Experience/involvement with a variety of Oberlin programs (both academic and extra-curricular) and the Oberlin College community
• Prior experience with the Office of Admissions (Ambassador, etc)

Responsibilities

• Lead between 1-4 campus tours per week
• Serve on student panels
• Support the admissions office in other capacities during program events
• Complete the full training process
• Attend all mandatory monthly staff meetings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees