Welcome Crew

As a member of the Welcome Crew, you will be one of the first faces to welcome 9,000+ new students and their parents and families to Penn State University Park.

The Welcome Crew plays an integral role in the success of New Student Orientation (NSO) throughout the summer and during Summer and Fall Welcome. Over the course of the summer, the Welcome Crew will:

  • Facilitate NSO Check-in for 9,000+ students and their parents and families
  • Staff various events and programs during Summer Welcome to welcome approximately 2,000 new students during Summer Session II
  • Work cooperatively with other student leaders and professional staff members on the Orientation Team including Orientation Leaders (OLs) and the Director Team
  • Gain customer service experience and confidence in yourself as a student leader
  • Learn about campus-wide events and resources for you to take advantage of

If this is something that interests you, consider applying to be part of the Welcome Crew! We have opportunities in two unique roles:

Next Steps!

1. Determine which role is right for you

Explore the similarities and differences between the two positions using the links above.

2. Apply now!

The application for Crew Captain has closed. If you are interested in applying for the Check-in Crew, please submit an application and resume using the appropriate link below:

2. Participate in an interview

All candidates will participate in an interview as determined below:

    • Crew Captain individual interviews have concluded
    • The Check-in Crew group interview will be the afternoon of Friday, April 21

3. Job offers

Decisions will be sent to your Penn State email address after each round of interviews concludes. You will have approximately 24 hours to accept your offer.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please email us at welcome@psu.edu. We’re happy to help!

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