Orientation Intern- Summer 2024 (Hourly)
University of North Texas

Job Info

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UNT System Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Posting Title:

Orientation Intern- Summer 2024 (Hourly)

Department:

UNT-Orientation & Transition-160520

Job Location:

Denton

Full Time/Part Time:

Part-Time

Pay Rate:

$9.25

Salary Information:

Hourly

Department Summary:

The office of Orientation and Transition Programs is a department within the Division of Student Affairs and provides new students, continuing students, and family members with the tools necessary to make a smooth transition to UNT and toward graduation. Interns in the office play an integral role in the success of programs by providing leadership to event organization, supervising student leaders, and completing projects related to the university's goals. A major component of the internship is providing opportunities for the intern to practice communication with diverse constituent groups, demonstrate event planning skills, and increase their knowledge about a student's transition into the university setting.

Position Summary:

Work is comprised of supporting student and family transition to UNT (50%), student leader supervision (40%), and evaluating program and student learning outcomes (10%). Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Support all programs and initiatives originating from the office of Orientation and Transition Programs, including: Freshman and Transfer Orientation and other first year student programs
• Serve as a live-in professional staff member in the residence hall used for orientation
  • Respond to emergencies within the residence hall during orientation sessions
  • Liaison for Orientation with residence hall professional staff

• Assist with the supervision and development of Orientation Leaders (approximately 45 students)
• Provide responsible leadership and role model good judgement as a supervisor to Orientation Leaders
• Assist with program assessment projects evaluating both student learning outcomes and program satisfaction, and compose executive summaries for events as instructed
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with other university departments and off-campus community partners
• Assistance with special projects is expected
• Evening and weekend hours will be required
• Other duties as assigned
• Option to attend 2024 NODA Region IV Conference (March 22-24, 2024- Columbia, MO)

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must be part of the NODA internship process. Currently enrolled graduate students only. Preference will be given to applicants with experience and/or background in orientation, retention, and transition and who are pursuing a master's degree in student affairs. The ideal applicant must be able to work with diverse constituencies and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. The intern should possess professionalism, excellent communication and organizational skills, integrity, and a positive attitude. Prior experience advising or supervising students is desired, but not required.

Work Schedule:

M-F, 8am - 5pm; evening and weekend hours expected all summer

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a security sensitive position.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to communicate, Carrying, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Posting Number:

H1221P

Position End Date (if temporary):

08/02/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicant must be participating in the NODA summer intern placement program in order to be considered for hire.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80543

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