Summer Orientation Leader - Student Employment

SUMMER ORIENTATION LEADER – APPLICATION DESCRIPTION

Qualified candidates must be at least sophomore status with 28 or more successfully completed credits and a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 at the time of application. Demonstrated involvement in campus life is preferred. The position is subject to review of any previous student conduct with the Dean of Students Office as a condition of employment.

• At least sophomore status (28 or more successfully completed credits) at the start of the dates of employment.
• A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 at the time of application.
• Demonstrated involvement in campus life (as much as possible if one’s a new student).
• Eligible applicants must be enrolling in Fall 2026 courses at NMU.
• Students MAY be able to take a second-block summer course if approved by the director while employed as an Orientation Leader.
• Students hired MUST live on campus during employment from May 17 to July 12.

Sunday, May 17 through Wednesday, July 12

Hourly wage of $14.60, plus room and board.

• Be available to assist students, families/guests, and University personnel throughout the duration of each orientation session.
• Be familiar with the general and specific goals of the Orientation Program.
• Be familiar with various University publications, academic offerings and available services in order to respond intelligently to questions about Northern Michigan University.
• Assume general responsibility for the students assigned to your housing unit and/or group in each session.
• Perform other responsibilities assigned by the Assistant Directors and/or Director of Orientation.

• Actively participate in an extensive training program prior to the first summer session.
• Actively participate as a member of the Summer Orientation Leader team.
• Assist with the preparation of the residence halls prior to the beginning of the summer program (i.e., bulletin boards, desk area, keys).
• Assist with check-in and check-out of participants for each session.
• Provide campus tours for families and students attending each session.
• Serve as a group leader for designated meetings and assist in distributing materials.
• Assist with the development of an integrated program of small-group discussions, informational meetings, entertainment, and associated sessions necessary to ensure that students and their families receive a comprehensive view of the University.
• Perform certain functions related to improving or preparing for upcoming sessions between sessions as assigned.
• Participate in an evaluation of each session and submit a written evaluation of the entire Summer Orientation Program.
• Meet with the Assistant Directors and/or Director of Orientation whenever requested.
• Assist with hosting prospective students and/or guests as deemed appropriate by the Assistant Directors and/or Director of Orientation.
• Assist with various program tasks or duties as deemed appropriate by the Assistant Directors and/or the Director of Orientation.