New Student Orientation in the Office of Admissions is now accepting applications for 2026 orientation leaders. The application deadline is Feb. 2 at 11:59 p.m.
Orientation leaders are a carefully selected group of students whose primary responsibility is helping first-year and transfer students transition smoothly to the U of A by serving as a resource and a role model for the newest members of the Razorback community.
Applications are open for current undergraduate students who have completed a minimum of 12 hours and have a 2.5 overall cumulative grade point average or higher. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements by the conclusion of the spring semester.
Orientation leaders will be employees of the Office of Admissions from May through August 2026. Benefits include approximately $2,700 in hourly wages, optional on-campus housing for the duration of the program and dining dollars.
If you are passionate about the U of A, want to help new students find their place and be part of a team that makes a difference, this is the job for you.
A full position description and additional information can be found at orientation.uark.edu/staff/be-a-leader.php.
Please contact New Student Orientation with any questions by emailing nso@uark.edu or calling 479-575-4200. You can also find New Student Orientation on Instagram @uarkorientation.
Contacts
Noelle Chesser, assistant director for New Student Orientation
Office of Admissions
479-575-5346, nmchesse@uark.edu