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.
Attend an Information Session
Interested in becoming an Orientation Leader (OL)? Come hear from our current student Orientation Coordinators as they share about their own experience as an OL and bring any questions you might have about the role!
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Berquist, Student Union Building
Monday, January 27, 2025
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Zoom
2025 Orientation Leader Interest Form
Are you interested in applying to be an orientation leader? Fill out our interest form to receive a reminder when our summer 2025 applications open on January 13, 2025. Applications will close on January 28, 2025.
The Team We Need
We are looking for students who are committed to inclusion, team work, serving others, and connecting students to one another to build a thriving community. We welcome students from a wide variety of backgrounds to share their stories and aid in the smooth and positive transition of new students. Whether you came to Boise State right out of high school, are a transfer student, a non-traditional student, a veteran, are from the surrounding Boise area, or are from out of the state, you can make an impact.
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, 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.”