The University of Michigan International Center (IC) is excited to host an in-country Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) for new Korean students and parents on May 24, 2024 in Seoul, South Korea! The International Center is seeking student Orientation Leader volunteers for this PDO event.
Student Leaders will share valuable information with new students and their parents in order to prepare them for their arrival in Ann Arbor. They will also gain valuable experience developing skills in public speaking and peer-mentorship, as well as have this exciting opportunity to represent U-M abroad!
Eligibility
- Must be a Korean citizen or someone who has significant experience living in Korea.
- Must be fluent or a native speaker of the Korean language.
- Must be a current student enrolled in a U-M degree program at the time of application.
- Volunteers must be able to stay for the entire duration of the event.
PDO Event Location and Details
- Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
- Time: 13:30 - 16:30 (Volunteers expected to be available from 12:30 - 17:00)
- Location: Sofitel Ambassador Hotel, Seoul, South Korea
Meetings and Training
Student Leaders will be required to attend a training in early May. Additionally, Student Leaders will be asked to attend a refresher meeting one hour prior to the start of the Pre-Departure Orientation event.
Please note this is a volunteer position and provides no compensation.
Major Volunteer Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome students and parents upon arrival.
- Present information to students and their parents about topics related to: traveling to Ann Arbor, adjusting to U.S. culture, life as a student at U-M, transportation, housing, cell phones, etc.
- Review presentation content and provide necessary feedback.
Required Qualifications
- Excellent listening, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Very comfortable speaking in front of a group of students or parents and answering questions.
- Very familiar with U-M, U-M services, and Ann Arbor.
- Ability to work independently as well as a strong team member.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Comfortable talking about your own experiences and the adjustments you had to make when you came to U-M and to the U.S.
How to Apply
Complete the application by Monday, April 1, 2024.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview in early-mid April.
Questions? Contact [email protected].
Students attend the Pre-Departure Orientation in Seoul in Summer 2023