Each incoming first-year student is assigned to a group of new students from their respective College, lead by an Orientation Assistant (OA). The OA serves as their guide and mentor during the weeklong Orientation program. As a result of Orientation, new students and their families will:

• Understand the academic challenges of college.
• Make connections with students, faculty and staff.
• Learn about important Institute programs and services.
• Feel a strong sense of school spirit and identity with RIT.
• Become a part of the greater Rochester community.

Chosen through a competitive recruitment process, Orientation Assistants (OAs) are crucial in helping the professional Orientation Staff members in implementing of all aspects of the New Student Orientation Program.

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The application process is entirely online. You MUST attend an Information Session in order to access the application system.

Applications and References are due Friday, February 1, 2008.

Information Sessions

Interpreting is available ONLY upon request. Please e-mail orientation@rit.edu to request an interpreter.

Got questions? Wondering if being an OA is for you?
Check out the Job Descriptions and our FAQ or
review the Info Session Presentation.