Student Facilitator

Student Facilitators (SFs) are the key to a new student’s experience during Orientation. From leading icebreakers to having candid conversations, SFs are responsible for setting the tone for Orientation and making sure every student has a positive experience.

Student Facilitator Experiences

• Connect with students virtually throughout July and August prior to in-person orientation. Ensure all students feel prepared coming to campus in the Fall.
• Assist with welcoming students and families who opt to visit campus during the summer prior to Orientation. This could be providing individualized tours of campus, sharing your experience as a BU student, and answering any questions that may arise.
• Lead groups of 20 to 30 students, assessing their needs throughout orientation to adapt your approach and meet them where they are comfortable.
• Facilitate various types of icebreakers to help students develop connections with their peers as well as keep them energized throughout session.
• Take attendance of your assigned student group and take a group photo.
• Create a safe environment for your group to feel comfortable to share and have candid conversations.
• Help students navigate campus by bringing them to their mandatory Orientation programming.
• Actively participate in conversations with incoming students in group settings, during meals, and during downtime between Orientation programs.
• Assist with day-of logistics during Orientation sessions, including but not limited to: assisting with setup (i.e. hanging up signs and balloons, preparing Orientation materials, etc.) seating students and family members, checking in students for their Orientation session.

Dates of Employment

Student Facilitators will be employed and working with Orientation from Tuesday, July 7, 2025 through Sunday, August 31, 2025. Attendance at all training and Orientation dates is mandatory. Please review the dates below carefully.

*Training dates are subject to change, the orientation team will communicate with all team members if any changes are required.

Student Facilitators will work approximately 10-15 hours during July and the first half of August. During training part 2 and Orientation week, SFs will work on average 30-40 hours.

Qualifications

• SF positions are available to all undergraduate students not graduating in May 2025
• Transfer students are encouraged to apply
• SFs must remain in good academic, judicial and financial standing with Boston University

Compensation

• Student Facilitators are compensated $15.00/hour
• SFs will be provided with Summer 2 housing in a BU apartment-style residence. Exact locations will be announced by BU Housing in May
• Hours may vary slightly based upon needs of Orientation and its planning, but every effort will be made to keep hours within the previously listed projections

Other things to Note

• There will be no options for remote work. Orientation will be fully in-person
• SFs are allowed to take classes during Summer Term 1. If SFs would like to take summer 2 classes it first needs to be approved by Orientation professional staff to ensure it doesn’t conflict directly with Orientation responsibilities