Join the Orientation & Transition Team!

As a result of being an Orientation Leader, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of transitional challenges as it relates to the new student experience (homesickness, transfer shock, academic and social acclimation)
2. Display a comprehensive understanding of student services and campus resources designed to support new students and their families in their transition to SJSU
3. Develop positive relationships with new students, parents and family members, faculty and staff in order to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all orientation participants
4. Employ problem solving and conflict management techniques in a professional manner upon supporting various programmatic pieces of the orientation program
5. Gain an appreciation of SJSU’s unique history, institutional culture, and traditions while portraying authentic campus spirit to all orientation participants

1. Dedicate time and energy into the learning, growth, self-discovery, and development of new students
2. Communicate effectively and regularly on an individual and group basis with student and professional orientation staff as well as campus partners during the academic year and summer
3. Participate in mentorship meetings and activities with Leadership Team members
4. Work ALL orientation sessions (Dates and specific duties TBD)
5. Be available for all orientation sessions hosted during the summer of 2026 (Dates TBD)
6. Serve as a small group leader during orientation sessions for first-year and transfer students throughout the summer
7. Work individually and in teams to provide administrative and operational support during orientation sessions
8. Assist students in planning their first-semester schedule and disseminating accurate information regarding class scheduling and course registration during academic advising sessions
9. Articulate knowledge of campus resources and programs to new students and family members
10. Be a reliable, punctual, energetic, responsible, flexible, collaborative, and caring team member
11. Be highly motivated, dependable, and sincere in representing San Jose State University, the New Student and Family Programs Office, and the Spartan community
12. Participate and support various campus events and initiatives as requested by orientation, the Division of Academic Affairs, and wider SJSU campus departments (Admitted Spartan Day, etc.)
13. Other duties as assigned

1. Be in good academic standing and have a minimum SJSU cumulative GPA of 2.5
2. Must be in good standing with the university at the point of application. Issues of probation will be discussed as they arise with consideration for the individual staff member and impact of the team.
3. Maintain good academic and disciplinary standing from time of application until Fall 2026
4. Be a current SJSU student
5. Complete the mandatory 3-unit UNVS 199 course during the Spring 2026 semester
6. Will return to SJSU as a student in the Fall 2026 semester
7. Be reliable, punctual, responsible, flexible, a team player, and demonstrate strong communication skills
8. Attend and participate in all orientation team trainings and required events (e.g. OATie Retreat, Admitted Spartan Day in April 2026, Orientation Leader Summer Training and orientation session days in Summer 2026, New Spartan Convocation in August 2026, Spartan Family Weekend in Fall 2026)
9. Cannot work another on campus job during the Summer 2026
10. Cannot be enrolled in summer session classes at SJSU (on campus or online)

To ensure you are available for the entire Orientation Leader commitment from now through Fall 2026, please note the following tentative program dates and keep them available:

1. UNVS 199 (Orientation Leadership Studies) 3-Unit Course: Spring 2026 semester
2. Orientation Leader Retreat: Spring 2026
3. Admitted Spartan Day: April 2026
4. Orientation Leader Summer Training: Summer 2026
5. Orientation Sessions: Summer 2026 (exact dates and modality TBA) **Please note that, if our orientation program is hosted in person, this is tentatively a summer live-on campus position and all staff are required to be on campus by 8pm before every Orientation Session and be present during all Orientation Sessions.
6. Orientation Leader End of Summer Celebration
7. New Spartan Convocation: August 2026 (Typically the middle of August)
8. Spartan Family Weekend: Fall 2026

Benefits of being an Orientation Leader include:

1. Paid $17.95/hour during the summer (based on San Jose City minimum wage).
2. On-campus housing may be provided during summer orientation
3. University gear, including but not limited to NSFP staff polos, name tags and t-shirts.
4. 3-units of elective credit for completing UNVS 199: Orientation Leadership Studies course in Spring 2025 semester
5. Meals provided during Orientation Sessions.
6. Professional development by way of mentorship, trainings and hands-on experiences.
7. Networking opportunities with university staff and fellow student leaders.