Summer 2026 Student Orientation Internship

Department: UPS Admissions

Advertised Salary: $10-12 per hour Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC Part/Full Time: Part Time Hours per week: 20

Work Schedule: Schedule will vary depending on need but must be able to work on campus in June, July and August. Must be available to attend mandatory one-day training in May and work hours 8 am - 5 pm on: June 8, 11, 22-23, 24, 25, July 13, 14, 16, August 10, 12, 17.

Job Search Category: Student Employee

Advertised Job Summary: Students will provide tours and information sessions for new students planning to attend Upstate. Orientation staff may be required to stay on campus for one overnight event. Staff will stay in the Palmetto House or Magnolia House with new students and provide programming. Orientation staff are expected to interact in a positive manner with prospective students, parents, faculty, and staff. Orientation staff will help prospective students understand the opportunities available at Upstate and assist them with scheduling classes for the fall semester. Assist with phones and student service in Enrollment Services offices. Develop Communication skills through presentations. Learn leadership skills by managing student groups and working with other staff.

Minimum Qualifications: Completed two semesters of coursework at Upstate before summer 2025. Knowledge of Upstate campus. Minimum GPA of 2.75. Attend mandatory one day training.

Preferred Qualifications: Enjoy working with other students. Involved in activities on campus or in community. Number of Vacancies: 20+

Desired Start Date: 05/01/2026 Job Open Date: 03/04/2026 Job Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Equal Opportunity Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * What is your expected graduation date? (Open Ended Question) * What is your current cumulative GPA? (Open Ended Question) * Have you worked on-campus before? (Open Ended Question) * If yes, list department name and supervisor. (Open Ended Question) * Are you currently working another on-campus job? (Open Ended Question) * If yes, list department name and supervisor. (Open Ended Question) * What is your major? (Open Ended Question) * What is your current student status? Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Graduate Student * What is your College affiliation? Please list one of the following: Business Administration & Economics College of Arts & Sciences Department of Psychology Education Fine Arts & Communication Studies Interdisciplinary Studies Information Management Systems Language, Literature & Composition Math & Computer Science Natural Sciences Non-Profit Administration Nursing Pre-Professional Social & Behavioral Sciences Social Sciences, Philosophy & History Undeclared (Open Ended Question) * Why are you interested in this position? (Open Ended Question) * Are you available to work during the Summer? Yes No Required Documents Cover Letter Resume List of References and Contact Information Optional Documents Cover Letter Resume List of References and Contact Information