Summer Assistant

2026 Summer Welcome Assistant

This is part-time work for students already planning to be in the Lancaster area during the month of July 2026. Housing and meals are not provided. Applications will be reviewed and positions filled on an on-going basis. Apply early for the best consideration.

Position Information

Position Type:
Student Worker

Department:
Department of Student Workers

Job Title:

2026 Summer Welcome Assistant

Classification:
Student Worker

Pay Rate: $11/Hour

Hours per week:
Nine (9) hours per day

Days Worked:
July 10, July 17, July 23, July 24, 2026

Hours/Shift worked: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Planning to be in the Lancaster area during July 2026? Interested in welcoming others to Millersville University? The 2026 Summer Welcome Assistant position provides you with the opportunity to make some extra money without giving up your summer job. Summer Welcome Assistants help build community among new students and their families attending one of four (4) one-day programs. Assistants will help to prepare printed materials, check in students and family members, lead groups of students and family members to programming, and answer questions about academics, life and work at the 'Ville.

Required Qualifications:

Be an MU student for Spring Semester 2026 and Fall Semester 2026 with a minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA (exceptions may be made for first semester, first year students). Available to work one or more of the Summer Welcome dates in July 2026. Strong interpersonal skills including "small talk." Commitment to excellent customer service. Knowledge of campus including the locations and services of University offices and departments.

Have an appreciation for diversity and sensitivity toward a variety of ideas and values. Be a positive representative for Millersville University.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to work independently with a minimum of direct supervision. Be able to work effectively as part of a team to accomplish group goals. Previously served as an Orientation Leader, Resident Advisor, Peer Mentor, CREW member, or Cygnus Society member.

Job Duties:

Assist in program preparation and cleanup including printed materials, equipment, signage and furniture. Check-in students and families at the beginning of each program. Greet students and families, answer questions. Direct pedestrian traffic flow around campus, help students navigate through the Summer Welcome schedule. Actively engage with students and provide overall support to make each program a success in accordance with the Student Affairs-Orientation Program goals and mission.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. High temperatures. Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds