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Join the O-Team
Hiring now for the 2021-2022 season!
Fall 2021 Application Timeline
| October 1 | Applications open |
| November 1 | Application priority deadline |
| November 1 - December 3 | Individual Interviews |
| December 7 | Group Interview |
Attend a Meet & Greet!
Want to learn more? Come to a Meet & Greet to connect with current members of the team, get tips for the application process, and learn all about what it's like to be an O-Teamer! Attending a Meet & Greet is optional, but highly encouraged. See the dates below and click the link to RSVP!
| Date | Time | Location |
| Friday, October 15 | 2:00-3:00pm | Zoom |
| Tuesday, October 19 | 12:00-1:00pm | USU 2310 |
| Thursday, October 21 | 4:00-5:00pm | The QUAD Tukwut Classroom |
How to Apply
Position Description
The Orientation Team (O-Team) is responsible for welcoming new students and their families to the CSUSM community and providing a positive Orientation experience for the new members of our CSUSM community through assisting with the implementation of Orientation sessions. New Student & Family Programs selects a team of volunteer student leaders to serve on the O-Team each year. Make sure to review the detailed position description and mandatory time commitments here:
Orientation Team Leader Position Description
Benefits of Joining O-Team
- Knowledge and experiences related to CSUSM’s Co-Curricular Model:
- Civic Engagement & Social Responsibility
- Leadership & Interpersonal Development
- Career & Professional Development
- Critical Thinking & Ethical Reasoning
- Holistic Wellness & Self-Efficacy
- Priority Registration for Fall 2022
- Breakfast and Lunch during Orientation sessions staffed (for on-campus orientation sessions only)
- CSUSM apparel (O-Team sweatshirt or jacket, polo, and any other items ordered)
- Knowledge of CSUSM campus services and resources
- Transferable skills to succeed in a multitude of career paths
- Networking opportunities with CSUSM staff and faculty
- Option to earn Tukwut Leadership Circle (TLC) Leadership Certificate and UNESCO Certificate
- Lifelong memories!
Application Checklist
To complete your application, follow the steps below:
1) Complete and submit the online application:
New Orientation Team Leader Application
2) Complete a 30-minute Individual Interview via Zoom (Orientation Team staff will follow up with you via email to schedule your interview after you submit your application)
3) Participate in the Group Interview (Orientation Team staff will provide information about the Group Interview via email after you submit your application and complete the Individual Interview)
Please note that you must finish all three of these steps to complete your application. Applicants with incomplete applications will not be considered for a position on the team.
For additional questions about joining the CSUSM Orientation Team, please contact New Student & Family Programs at orientation@csusm.edu or 760-750-4930.
