International Orientation Leader

Position Type: Federal Work Study And Non Work Study
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
 

International Orientation Leaders (IOL's) are undergraduate or graduate students whose role is to introduce new international students to the Detroit Mercy. IOL’s will assist the International Services Office’s staff to make the new students feel welcome and situated at the university. Students will receive a competitive hourly wage as compensation for time and contributions.

• Job Responsibilities.
• Work with ISO staff on Orientation materials and activities (on and off-campus) 
• Serve as a positive representative of the Detroit Mercy while fostering a welcoming environment among its newest students.
• Acquaint new students with campus services, building locations, and campus culture. This includes taking them shopping for supplies. 
• Must be English proficient. 
• Attend May and August training. 
• Must be available for off-campus excursions starting August 17. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2.5 GPA, no active disciplinary actions on their account.

 Physical Requirements:

• Must attend van training and be able to drive the 12 passenger van.

Anticipated Schedule: 

• May 2026-May 2027

Job Contact: 

• Lily Swan – (313) 993-3323 – swanls@udmercy.edu