Student Orientation Leaders

Join the IU Kokomo OTEAM!

Indiana University Kokomo’s OTEAM is a group of undergraduate students who lead onboarding programs from April to August. These programs can include Enrollment Events as well as New Student Orientation (NSO).

Orientation leaders (OLs) are among the first to welcome new students and their family and friends to campus. Members of the OTEAM must successfully complete extensive training to be prepared to serve as frontline representatives of IU Kokomo. Among their responsibilities, an OTEAM leader works to build a student’s sense of belonging on campus. This includes feelings of pride in IU Kokomo, self-confidence, an understanding of services available to students, and excitement for their decision to choose IUK.

A students’ transition to college sets the course for their IUK journey. The success of our incoming students defines the success of the IUK OTEAM.

Joining the OTEAM

This role is a good fit for students at any stage of their leadership development. The job of an orientation leader (OL) entails both consistent, routine tasks and a variety of dynamic tasks based on student needs during enrollment and NSO visits.

  • Demonstrate a focused and engaged mindset during team meetings and programming events.
  • Staying focused on the assigned task at hand throughout the workday.
  • Arriving on time (if not early) for shifts, communicating any tardiness or absences to the Associate Director in advance.
  • Keeping accurate records for punch-ins and punch-outs in the Kuali Time System
  • Facilitate student and guest programming during Enrollment Events and New Student Orientation.
  • Lead activities such as icebreakers or team-builders during Onboarding Events.
  • Set up and tear down materials and supplies for Onboarding Events.
  • Assist incoming students with class registration in Stellic.
  • Ensure students have completed new student checklist for first year.
  • Work collaboratively and proactively with approximately 10 fellow OLS to provide seamless programming.
  • Direct groups of 8-12 students to different locations on campus, ensuring safety and for all students.
  • Answer all questions from students and guests to the best of their ability, with a positive attitude.
  • Engage with students and guests with curiosity and enthusiasm.
  • Solve problems that arise due to lack of staff coverage or resources during programming.
  • Communicate via email, text, phone calls, or GroupMe throughout training and Onboarding Events.
  • Talk about the student experience at IUK individually or in a panel to groups of various sizes.
  • Maintain an up-to-date understanding and knowledge of campus resources, activities, events, and opportunities.
  • Cultivate a sense of belonging and pride in choosing IUK for new students and guests.

Our new students rely on us to get registered in courses, become familiar with campus resources, and be empowered to reach their full potential at IUK. We need your help to answer this call! Please apply if you meet the criteria below and are committed and ready to help!

  • Must attend all trainings, development, Enrollment, and orientation events
  • Must be a current IU Kokomo student in good standing, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.

The work schedule for an Orientation Leader consists of training and event dates. Be prepared to attend half-day training days and full-day events on the dates below.

Trainings

  • Wednesday, March 10
  • Friday, March 12
  • Friday, March 26
  • Friday, April 2
  • Friday, April 9
  • Thursday, April 15
  • Friday, August 6
  • Monday, August 9

Enrollment Events:

  • Friday, April 16
  • Friday, April 30
  • Friday, May 7
  • Friday, May 21
  • Friday, June 11
  • Friday, June 26

New Student Orientation (NSO) Events:

  • Tuesday, August 10
  • Thursday, August 12
  • Tuesday, August 17
  • Thursday, August 19

  • Learn about the Orientation Leader role and tailor your resume to highlight relevant experience
  • Apply for the position through Handshake
  • Complete the Orientation Leader application
    • Schedule your interview
    • You will select an interview date and time in the application. Be sure to write your interview date and time in your calendar!
  • Check your IU email regularly for updates and next steps