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Join our Team

Join our Team

Work for Orientation

Are you a current MSU student interested in working for the New Student Orientation (NSO)? We welcome any student to fill out an application as we explore future open positions within the New Student Orientation office. This is a great opportunity to engage with prospective students, families, and supporters as they navigate through the orientation experience and transition into the MSU community.

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NSO is hiring Spartan Leaders for August 2025! 

Spartan Leaders (SLs) are responsible for administering a successful New Student Orientation (NSO) and welcoming new Spartans and their families from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Spartan Leaders work to create an inclusive environment that enhances the growth, development, and empowerment of incoming Spartans and their families.

Spartan Leaders will be part of an in-person program format that will take place during mid- to late August 2025. This program will occur before the start of fall semester and includes events like Sparty Gras, New Student Kickoff, and more.

Compensation: $12/hour; paycheck distributed via the bi-weekly schedule.

To view the full job description, visit our posting on MSU’s Handshake (#9353404).

To apply, complete the application via Qualtrics below.

Apply here

Want to learn more about working for orientation?


Listen to the Orientation Station episode on working for NSO below.


 

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