Orientation Intern

University of St Thomas•Saint Paul, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Orientation Intern supports the University of St. Thomas’s Orientation and Registration programs from January through July 2027, with optional hours through August. The intern contributes to Orientation Leader recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and supervision; develops program materials and social media content; and assists with the planning and delivery of orientation sessions. Responsibilities also include managing program logistics, technology, room setups, participant and presenter coordination, and movement across campus. The intern may step in as an Orientation Leader when needed and must be available to support early-arriving students and families. The position begins during the first week of January 2027. Work is approximately 10–20 hours per week during J term, 10 hours per week during spring term, and 30–40 hours per week from the end of spring term through summer. Interns must be available full time, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., from May 25 through July 30, 2027. Hours may fluctuate based on business needs and campus operations. Optional on-campus housing is available during summer employment, and some meals are provided during training and Orientation and Registration programs.

Requirements

Be a currently enrolled, full-time University of St. Thomas undergraduate student.
Be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the University.
Have a minimum 2.70 grade point average.
Be available full time from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from May 25 through July 30, 2027.
Be available for the position’s scheduled training and Orientation and Registration dates, including some evening sessions and early-arrival support.

Nice To Haves

Understanding the importance of role modeling and representing the University.
A team-oriented approach to work.
Willingness to be both a teacher and a learner.
Ability to maintain professional and mentoring relationships with peers.
Commitment to advancing University values of dignity and inclusion.
Experience working with diverse populations.
Exceptional communication, administrative, and project management skills.
A high degree of adaptability and ability to manage change.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Graduate Assistant to design and implement the Orientation Leader recruitment process.
Provide feedback on Orientation Leader candidates during the spring selection process.
Assist with developing Orientation Leader training.
Mentor Orientation Leaders in professional and personal development.
Conduct training sessions on giving and receiving feedback, small-group facilitation, multicultural competence, leading peers, and communication skills.
Create printed and digital materials for orientation programs, social media, and other platforms.
Maintain the Orientation programs’ social media presence.
Provide feedback on the Orientation schedule.
Supervise Orientation Leaders during training and Orientation sessions.
Serve as a resource to Orientation Leaders and guests during Orientation and Registration programs.
Coordinate behind-the-scenes program operations, including room setups, technology, and participant and presenter logistics.
Coordinate participant movement across campus.
Fill in as an Orientation Leader when a team member is unable to fulfill that role.
Be on call for early-arriving students and families and host those arriving the night before their session.