Orientation Advisor

Serving as an Orientation Advisor (OA) provides the opportunity to have a significant impact on incoming students. Through their commitment to serving the University, OAs will receive in-depth personal and group leadership development, training on University traditions and history, job-specific skills and enhanced peer relationship-building techniques. Additionally, OAs receive peer academic advising training from academic counselors within respective colleges. OAs have a unique position with the ability to engage fellow Longhorns in one of the most important times of their college career, as they transition to campus and register for classes. OAs are selected in the fall term and enter into a probationary period during the spring term. As a part of the probationary period, OAs will have to enroll in and successfully complete the OA training class. Upon satisfactory completion of the OA training class and probationary period, OAs will be hired for employment beginning May 2024. Compensation includes an hourly wage. Students will also receive housing in an on-campus residence hall and a meal card for use during scheduled work or training hours during summer 2024.

Career Competencies Gained: 

• Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others can effectively understand 

• Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment 

• Act equitably with integrity and accountability to self, others, and the organization