Student Employment Opportunities

Are you a current student interested in welcoming new Mustangs to the Hilltop? We would love for you to join our team! Orientation and Transitions offers two unique positions for students seeking orientation and professional experience.

Orientation Leaders are the planners, mentors, and event experts—creating unforgettable experiences to help new students feel right at home. Stampede Guides are enthusiastic and supportive crew leaders during Stampede, guiding new Mustangs through their first steps at SMU. Both roles are all about fostering connection, demonstrating leadership, and making a positive impact—all while creating an engaging and rewarding experience.


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Join the Team: Orientation Leaders at SMU

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Orientation Leader

Need plans for the summer? Orientation Leaders plan the production and execution of orientation events during Stampede. It is a paid, full-time position, serves as an applicable internship, and offers unique real-world experience and professional development.

Applications for 2025 Orientation Leaders have closed.

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Stampede Guides

Stampede Guides serve as leaders for student “crews” during the week of Stampede to help students acclimate to academic and social life before their first week of classes. This student volunteer position helps provide a welcoming and informative experience for new students! If you are interested in helping students learn about campus traditions, what it’s like to become a college student, and connecting students to the resources they need to be successful, then this position is right for you!

For more information, email orientation@smu.edu.

Application Timeline

  • Applications Open - March 17
  • Application Close - April 7
  • Interviews - April 14, 15, 16
  • Decision Released - April 18
  • Decisions Due - April 25