G1Y Student Employment Opportunities

Job Description

Under the leadership of the Global First Year Program, Student Workers are responsible for representing the Global First Year Program - its history, opportunities, attributes, benefits, and services when hosting or welcoming visitors to campus. Acting as a representative for the G1Y, Student Workers are expected to warmly welcome all campus visitors, mainly serving prospective students and parents, while working to establish a quality first impression as guides for new students who are making the transition from high school and their home country to the United States and the University community.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Hosting virtual and in-person tours and calls that will include, but are not limited to: an audience of prospective students and their parents and recruitment agents

• Assist students and staff with on-campus check in/move in.

• Support Global First Year staff with administrative and logistical tasks.

• Create and maintain a welcoming and friendly environment, while keeping the health and safety of the students as a top priority.

• Create and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and the campus community.

• Provide peer-to-peer support for a variety of student needs, including but not limited to: navigating campus and serving as a campus resource

Qualifications

• Successfully progressed through Global First Year

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above

• Currently a student in good conduct standing

• Enrolled in classes for Spring 2021 semester

• Demonstrate strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and a passion for helping others as well as the ability to work with diverse populations

Job Description

Under the leadership of the Student Services Team, GOLs serve as guides for new students who are making the transition from high school and their home country to the United States and the University community. Orientation is designed to acclimate students to the United States and FIU. During the crucial first week on campus, students will complete a number of mandatory procedures and learn more about FIU.

While orientation will be a year-long process, the goals for Orientation week are:

• Removal of admission holds to allow for class registration

• Integrate students into the University by connecting them with each other, other students on campus, and vital University resources

• Introduce students to academic opportunities and culture in the United States

• Build a strong and supportive community

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as a greeter for students requesting transportation from Miami International Airport.

• Assist students and staff with on-campus check in/move in.

• Support Student Services and other Global First Year staff with administrative and logistical tasks.

• Create and maintain a welcoming and friendly environment, while keeping the health and safety of the students as a top priority.

• Guide and motivate a small group of international students throughout the orientation.

• Create and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and the campus community.

• Build community throughout orientation with icebreakers, energizers, and team builders should time allow it.

• Provide peer-to-peer support for a variety of student needs, including but not limited to: navigating the area, serving as a campus resource, and responding to personal student needs