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SOAR Program Intern

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 507960
Division/Organization: Division of Student Life
Job Type: UW Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: MIDDLETON BUILDING, WILLIAM S
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $17.00
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Education and Training, Customer Service, Higher Education-Student Affairs

Department Overview:

 The Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) program welcomes more than 17,000 students and family members each year. The undergraduate SOAR Program Interns serve as essential leaders and paraprofessionals for the SOAR program; They work to assist in the implementation of SOAR through the Student and Guest programs, providing the best possible experience for new students and their guests. This position works collaboratively with all SOAR interns to help facilitate the new student transition to UW-Madison. Multiple SOAR Program interns will be selected and will work collaboratively to complete the responsibilities below.

Anticipated Start Date:

 November, 2024

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

 September 2025

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

 

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

 8-40 (summer)

Schedule:

 Must be able to work Spring (January-May) and Summer (June, July, and August).

Fall 2024: two Intern Staff meetings before winter break - TBD
January SOAR: January 9, 10, 13-16
Spring 2025: 8-12 hrs per week
Summer 2025: On average 40 hrs per week (Mid-May to Mid-August)
September 2025: 5-10 hrs total (Wisconsin Welcome Programming)
*Intern end date will be in early September 2024; There is an option to stay on for optional events i.e. Family Weekend (October).

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

 $17.00

Number of Positions:

 3-4

Qualifications:

 Required Qualifications:
Full-time undergraduate student enrollment for Spring and Fall ‘25
Be able to strongly represent OSTFE’s core values: Inclusion, Education, Integrity, and Collaboration
Maintains a strong commitment to easing the UW-Madison transition for students and families
Must have strong communication skills, pay attention to details, be timely, and is organized
Must be able to work independently and collaborate in a team-oriented setting
Must be in good academic and non-academic standing with the University at the time of application, hire, start of employment, and through the duration of employment. All non-academic misconduct will be reviewed for employment consideration. OSTFE retains the right to check the grade point averages and student conduct during hiring and employment.
SOAR Interns must abide by all University policies, rules, and regulations at all times throughout employment

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior involvement in SOAR (i.e. OA, NSL, Peer Advisor, etc.) *preference will be given to those with previous SOAR involvement
Prior work experience in customer-facing positions
Prior experience with team leadership or community building
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and Google Drive

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Exhibit the ability to work professionally and effectively with a diverse network of team members, campus partners, and stakeholders and promote the benefits of diversity & inclusion
Solution-oriented learner who uses available resources, asks questions, and tests ideas
Committed to creating an inclusive environment, maintaining a positive attitude, and motivating a team
Ability to problem solve, prioritize, stay organized, and make efficient use of work time in a fast-paced environment
Open-minded and adaptable to regular change on-the-job
Ability to balance work requirements and a fun team atmosphere with peers

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Supervision and Community Building
Coordinate recruitment efforts in spring semester for New Student Leaders (NSLs), who are undergraduate students that help facilitate the SOAR Program
Assist in the interview and selection process for New Student Leaders (NSLs)
Create and manage the NSL staff schedule for the summer
Team supervise ~22 NSLs throughout the summer; Lead bi-weekly staff meetings during SOAR
Integrate creative energizers, traditions, and activities to build community amongst the staff
Provide development opportunities and accountability for staff members

Training and Presenting
Collaborate with Operation Interns to provide effective training, leadership strategies, and community building to all SOAR staff (NSLs and Orientation Assistants, OAs)
Communicate with Orientation Coordinators and various campus partners to create a 2-week training schedule for overall SOAR team
Create and present at least 1 training presentation
Co-Develop and facilitate SOAR Student Evening Program
Co-Present the SOAR Welcome Session to over 600 guests daily
Facilitate the SOAR Program daily, alternating between Student Program and Guest Program

SOAR Program Logistics and Support
Positively represent UW-Madison, the SOAR Program, and the Office of Student Transition and Family Engagement
Provide excellent customer service and accurate information to new students and guests
Communicate with Campus Partners as needed about SOAR logistics, presentations, etc.
Manage technology as needed during SOAR Program
Meet regularly with the Program Coordinator of Orientation as well as other OSTFE interns to assist in the success of the SOAR program

Physical Demands:

Must be able to get around campus as needed. Must be able to work long periods of time interacting with others.

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
 
 

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