OL Selection

Welcome- we are excited you are interested in applying to be part of the 2025 Orientation Team!

Below you will find critical information about the process of becoming an OTeamer. This is a paid position and will give you the chance to make a difference in the lives of new Penn Staters. We would love to talk with you more about this incredible leadership experience and your interest! Feel free to email us at oteam@psu.edu with questions.

Come to an Information Session

Interested in meeting SOTP Staff, getting to know the OL position better, and receiving application help? Come to one or multiple of our Information Sessions:

  • Thursday, November 21, 2024, 6 pm – 7 pm in Thomas 121
  • Tuesday, December 10, 2024, 5:30 pm – 6 pm in HUB 131
  • Thursday, January 16, 2025, 4 pm – 4:30 pm in HUB 131
  • Monday, January 27, 2025, 5 pm – 6 pm in HUB 131

You are not obligated to stay for the entire session.  Feel free to drop by to get any questions you may have answered.  If you are not able to attend an info session but have questions, please reach out to us at oteam@psu.edu.

Orientation Leader Selection Process 

1. Submit an internal application

    • This application is designed so our team can get to know you a little better in several ways. You will be asked to:
      • Provide general demographic and education information
      • Detail your interest in being an OL, your strengths/skills, and your current involvement
      • Share your future commitments (we understand you may not know all your future time commitments, but try and answer the questions to the best of your ability).
    • The internal application will close on January 29, 2025

2. Apply in Workday

    • If you currently have an on-campus job, click here.
    • If you DO NOT currently have an on-campus job, click here.
    • If you are unable to access the application via the above links, follow these instructions and use the position details below:
      • Job name: 2025 Orientation Leader
      • Job Requisition ID: REQ_0000061892

3. Participate in the interview process 

    • Select candidates will be invited for individual and group interviews at the end of January/early February.
    • Selected candidates will schedule both their individual and group interviews to be held in February.
    • Candidates are responsible for documenting their interview times as confirmations from SOTP will not be sent.
    • Dress is Business Casual.

4. Job offers made before Spring Break

    • Offers sent to your Penn State email.
    • Offer letters will contain a deadline to accept the position.