Overview  

The Summer Internship Program in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions provides a paid professional experience for undergraduate WashU students to assist with daily campus Admissions programming. Interns will gain exposure to the various functions of admissions at a highly selective institution. The internship provides a mixture of responsibilities including serving prospective students and families and some project work. The internship will operate fully in-person as university policy and CDC safety guidelines allow. 

Key responsibilities

  • Giving in-person and virtual student-led campus tours 
  • Managing breakout rooms and the Q&A function of the Zoom
  • Staffing the Lobby of Sumers Welcome Center and facilitating the check-in process for daily visiting guests 
  • Facilitating virtual and in-person prospective student Bear Chats and breakout rooms  
  • Engaging with prospective students electronically via email, Zoom, ZeeMee, and the Welcome to College platform 
  • Providing support for panels, information sessions, webinars, etc. 
  • Assisting with planning and executing special in-person events, such as special visit days, group visits, overnight programs, luncheons, etc. 
  • Co-presenting the admissions information session with a professional staff member to groups of 300+ daily visitors 
  • Managing the mock residential hall space 
  • Other tasks as assigned 
  • All interns will work on projects within admissions & aid within the functional areas of:
    • Visit Experience (VX) and Events 
    • Inclusion and Access 
    • Marketing & Communications (MarComms) 
    • Systems, Services, and Student Financial Services (SFS) 

Required skills/characteristics

  • Summer Interns must be full-time undergraduate students in the Classes of 2026, 2027, or 2028 and be able to make the necessary time commitment. 
  • Good academic standing at a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and good judicial standing with the university (your application gives us permission to check your standing)
  • Enthusiasm about the university and what it offers students 

Desired skills/characteristics

  • Comfort in giving up to 90-minute campus tours in the summer heat and humidity 
  • Strong written and oral communication skills 
  • Comfortable with public speaking in both small and large groups 
  • Commitment to providing the highest level of customer service to every prospective student/family 
  • Self-starter who takes initiative and is willing to jump-in and assist however is needed 
  • Interest in exploring higher education as a potential career field 
  • Preference will be given to those who apply by February 21, 2025
  • We value a diverse workplace and encourage LGBTQIA+ individuals, members of racial or ethnic underrepresented backgrounds, and others from diverse or historically marginalized groups to apply.

Hours

  • The internship is a full-time position at 37.5 hours/week 
  • Start Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, End Date: Friday, August 15, 2025 
  • The Undergraduate Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with occasional programs on early mornings, evenings, and on Saturdays and Sundays. Interns should expect to work the majority of their shifts between Monday – Friday with the occasional Saturday or Sunday as needed. Non-paid vacation time is available. 
  • All interns are required to attend a mandatory training that will occur May 13 – 16, 2025, and are expected to staff all of our special visit days. Our special visit days will occur on Mondays and Fridays throughout the month of July. 
  • This is a temporary position, but with the option to turn this into an academic year Bear Ambassador position based on performance and staffing needs. 

Compensation 

  • Interns will be compensated at a rate of $14.75 per hour 
  • Additional perks such as on-campus housing or parking are negotiable upon an offer of employment 

Application process

Apply via Handshake and include:

  • A resume– including major(s)/minor(s), cumulative GPA, involvement at WashU, and relevant skills/experience 
  • A cover letter – should include why you are interested in the Summer Intern position and which functional area(s) you are interested in 
  • Contact information for 1 reference. This can be a WashU community member (advisor, professor, research mentor, etc.) or someone who can speak to your character and work ethic that is not a peer, family member, or friend. 

By applying, students give the Admissions Office permission to access university conduct and academic records. A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required for this position.

Questions?

Please reach out to Jennie Jean-Jacques and Jessica Napier at BearAmbassadors@email.washu.edu