Gain Experience In: 

• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Facilitation
• Problem-Solving
• Interpersonal and Intercultural Skills
• Teamwork

Apply if You Are:

• Passionate about KU and being a Jayhawk
• Motivated to help others
• Excited to give back to new Jayhawks
• Responsible and reliable
• Adaptable

• Manage and lead student groups of up to 30 incoming students during Orientation sessions.
• Facilitate small group discussions and provide pertinent information to incoming students about all things KU, including policies, procedures, involvement opportunities, campus resources, and more.
• Develop interpersonal communication skills through OA training and during your time as an OA.
• Provide excellent customer service throughout all portions of the Orientation and Transition process, including but not limited to Orientation sessions, Hawk Week, and the OTP front desk.
• Develop public speaking skills by leading student groups and presenting on stage in front of over 400 Orientation attendees.
• Leverage critical thinking skills through on-the-job adaptability.
• Engage and interface with incoming students, current students, parents, guests, and campus partners throughout Orientation and during the academic year.
• Develop knowledge of a variety of campus units and resources through OA training.
• Receive and provide feedback on the OA role and experience with OTP staff and leadership.
• Utilize conflict management and change delivery methods when needed and appropriate.
• Positively and responsibly represent the University of Kansas to incoming Jayhawks, current students, parents, guests, and campus partners throughout all OTP programs.

The OA position is a year-round role. OAs are expected to work Orientation, Hawk Week, and additional Transition Programs, and they may also work in the office throughout the academic year. OAs work approximately 40 hours per week in the Summer and 5-15 hours per week during the Academic Year.

• Available Summer 2026
  • OAs are required to be present during OA training from May 18th-May 22nd (excluding weekends).
  • OAs must be available for Summer Orientation Sessions. OAs must attend Hawk Week events.
  • OAs are prohibited from taking in-person courses in the Summer, but online enrollment is welcome.
• Undergraduate student standing (sophomore, junior, or senior status by Fall 2026; preferred availability through May 2027)
• Minimum GPA requirement of 2.5
• Experience with mentorship and leadership as demonstrated in application materials
• Strong written communication, organization, and time management skills as demonstrated in application materials
• Prior experience working and thriving on a team as demonstrated in application materials

• $14.00/hour
• Orientation and Hawk Week attire
• KU Recreation Pass for Summer 2026
• Summer student health fee paid

1. See the entire job posting and all preferred qualifications here

2. Follow the link to apply and make sure you submit a resume and cover letter.

   1. If you need assistance creating either, find tips for writing a resume here and a cover letter here.

3. If you have any questions, reach out to us at orientation@ku.edu .

4. Apply by the priority deadline of February 7th, 2026

Nominations are accepted from students, staff, and faculty to identify current Jayhawks who would make amazing OAs.  After we receive a nomination, we reach out to the nominee, share more about the OA position, and encourage them to apply.  Nominations will be accepted until the OA application closes and can be submitted here: 2026-2027 OA Nomination Form (opens in a new tab).