Summer 2026 Student Orientation Internship

Position Description: Advertised Job Summary Students will provide tours and information sessions for new students planning to attend Upstate. Orientation staff may be required to stay on campus for one overnight event. Staff will stay in the Palmetto House or Magnolia House with new students and provide programming. Orientation staff are expected to interact in a positive manner with prospective students, parents, faculty, and staff. Orientation staff will help prospective students understand the opportunities available at Upstate and assist them with scheduling classes for the fall semester. Assist with phones and student service in Enrollment Services offices. Develop Communication skills through presentations. Learn leadership skills by managing student groups and working with other staff.

Minimum Qualifications: Completed two semesters of coursework at Upstate before summer 2025. Knowledge of Upstate campus. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Attend mandatory one day training Must be available to work on: June 8,11, 22-23, 24, 25 July 13, 14, 16 August 10, 12, 17

Preferred Qualifications: Enjoy working with other students Involved in activities on campus or in community Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 20+ Desired Start Date Desired Start Date 05/01/2026 Job Open Date Job Open Date 03/04/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is your expected graduation date? (Open Ended Question)
• What is your current cumulative GPA? (Open Ended Question)
• Have you worked on-campus before? (Open Ended Question)
• If yes, list department name and supervisor. (Open Ended Question)
• Are you currently working another on-campus job? (Open Ended Question)
• If yes, list department name and supervisor. (Open Ended Question)
• What is your major? (Open Ended Question)
• What is your current student status? Freshman