Orientation Leaders (OL’s) get the opportunity to develop a personal leadership style, build professional confidence, develop communication skills, and work with a diverse team of peers helping incoming students and their families have a smooth transition to Boise State.
The Team We Need
We are looking for students who are committed to teamwork, supporting others, and helping new students connect with one another to help them build a strong campus community. Orientation Leaders play an important role in creating a welcoming and positive experience as students transition to Boise State. Students coming to Boise State arrive through many different paths, whether directly from high school, as a transfer student, near or far – and each Orientation Leader helps these students navigate this transition and find their place on campus.
Experiences of Past OL’s
Summer
“Being an Orientation Leader at Boise State was an incredible experience that helped me build leadership, time management, and communication skills. The most rewarding part was impacting incoming students and sharing my love for Boise State, which made work enjoyable and meaningful. I built amazing relationships, gained confidence, and learned I can handle hard things—this has been the best job I’ve ever had.”
Parker
“Joining the Orientation Leader team gave me the opportunity to connect with students from all walks of life, making Boise State feel like a close-knit community. It helped me become more outgoing, sharpen my communication skills, and learn to collaborate effectively. I highly recommend this experience to students—it’s a unique chance for personal growth, skill development, and stepping out of your comfort zone with great support along the way.”
Katelynn
“The most rewarding part of being an Orientation Leader was connecting with students from all over, and making Boise State feel more like home. This role helped me become more social and improve my communication skills, especially with people from different backgrounds. I think students should apply because it’s a great opportunity to develop valuable skills for any major and make lifelong friends and memories.”