Aggie Orientation Leaders

• Serve as a role model and a source of information regarding academics, policies and procedures, campus services, activities, building locations, and other aspects of life at TAMU
• Share knowledge about the University’s history, campus resources, and expectations. When appropriate, refer guests to additional resources and campus departments
• Facilitate engaging and well-organized small group discussions for new students
• Help new students and families acclimate to the physical campus by providing proactive customer service to guests throughout the New Student Conference Program
• Assist in the preparation of New Student Conference activities and materials

Required Qualifications and Expectations

• Available for all required training, NSC dates, & Howdy Week
• Current TAMU degree-seeking student and remain a student through August 2022
• Must abide by state and university policies, the Aggie Orientation Leader constitution and bylaws, and the Orientation Leader contract
• Must be in good academic standing by maintaining above a 2.0 GPA each semester and 2.0 overall
• Must be in good standing and have no pending cases with the Student Conduct Office, the Academic Honor System Office, and any other conduct related office on campus at the time of application through the end of the employment
• Students must be available to hold the position from January 2022 – August 2022 (including working during Summer 2022)

Desired Qualifications 

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
• Demonstrate a desire to learn about TAMU, its resources and services, it people, and its programs and to share the information with others
• Desire to learn how to facilitate a small group discussion
• Ability to function as an effective team member
• Commitment to promoting cultural diversity and an inclusive environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Possesses two or more of the following qualities: maturity, responsibility, initiative, leadership, motivation, flexibility, enthusiasm, integrity, a strong and positive work ethic, and a commitment to personal and team development
• Overall commitment to Texas A&M University
• Prior campus involvement in clubs, organizations, or other campus roles

Aggie Orientation Leaders will receive:

• $7.25 per hour during trainings; $7.50 per hour during New Student Conferences
• NSC Uniform: staff polos, nametag, and additional Texas A&M orientation gear

In addition to compensation, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain both leadership and professional experience including time management, group facilitation, cultural competency, and public speaking
• Learn more about the University's history, traditions, opportunities, and services, and share this knowledge with incoming students and their families
• Develop professional relationships with staff, students, and their family members & guests
• Be part of a supportive team of student leaders while having an unforgettable summer experience positively impacting the transition of new students and their families

• Aggie Orientation Leaders may not be employed by another on-campus office/entity during the summer
• Aggie Orientation Leaders must receive written approval from supervisors before taking courses during summer mini session, session I and session II
  • Asynchronous online course are permitted
  • Course times will be limited due to the extensive NSC schedule.
• All Orientation Team activities take precedence over other activities and employment