Internship Expectations

The following is information regarding the College of Charleston orientation internship.

Provide an essential service to the College of Charleston by assisting the Office of New Student Program with transition programs for new students and families
Facilitate in person small group discussions among incoming students regarding topics of campus resources, major exploration, and various other topics
Instruct students in the use of e-mail and MyPortal
Be a positive leader and role model to new students
Handle questions and refer new students and families to appropriate resources on campus
Assist with the logistical details of Orientation in a teamwork setting

Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 or higher (by the end of the Fall semester)
Have and maintain good conduct standards with no outstanding judicial sanctions
Excellent communication skills, dependability, tolerance, maturity, and professionalism
Knowledge of the College of Charleston campus, services, and technology
Excitement and pride for the College of Charleston and an interest in helping students and families have a positive transition experience.
Ability to work well with students, parents, peers, faculty, and staff
Willingness to interact with and lead both large and small groups of new students and families
Flexibility and a positive attitude while working with all orientation participants
Experience in working in a team setting as a positive team player and providing services needed by the Office of New Student Programs
Ability to separate personal situations from work environment

Present and maintain the values and professional image of the College and the Office of New Student Programs to new students, their families, faculty, staff and community members. The main expectation is to provide transition services to new students and families that the Office of New Student Programs needs to be completed.
Interns can enroll in Maymester classes; in person summer classes will conflict with Orientation but asynchronous virtual classes are OK. The orientation internship is a primary job and interns are expected to be available during workdays and hours listed.
Attend all training dates and professional development sessions
Work at all summer 2026 orientation sessions, summer Wednesday work sessions, August move-in weekend events, Maroon Mayhem, Weeks of Welcome and the spring 2027 orientation sessions.
Start workdays at 6:30 am and work until 6 pm (on the first day of orientation) and until 3 pm (on the second day of orientation) during summer orientation sessions
Meeting with the Director of Orientation in January 2027 for a job evaluation
Be registered for fall classes in the upcoming semester by May 1.

$12.00 per hour for training, all Orientation sessions, all preparation and professional development sessions, Maroon Mayhem, Convocation and Weeks of Welcome
Interns may work an estimated total of 40 hours per week during the summer orientations and 20 hours during the spring orientation sessions. Additional hours at the beginning of the academic year may be required
Interns are provided with wages, uniforms, campus parking during orientation events, and a housing stipend (that can be used for on or off campus housing) during the June and July orientation sessions. If you live on campus, your early move in fee is paid for you for the freshman August session. Lunch during orientation is provided to interns at no charge.

If you have questions regarding the internship, please e-mail Stephanie Auwaerter, the Director of Orientation.