Orientation Programs Team Leaders

The Team Leader position is an entry-level leadership role that supports the mission and vision of Orientation Programs, Student Success Programs, and Purdue University. Team Leaders work to create an inclusive environment that enhances the growth and development of new students. The mission of Orientation Programs is to introduce and connect all new undergraduate students to Purdue University through student and staff led academic and social programming to prepare them for their Purdue experience.

All Team Leaders are responsible for actively participating in Team Leader Trainings, events, and programs throughout the Spring semester as well as providing support to new students during the week of Boiler Gold Rush International and Boiler Gold Rush.

Orientation Programs Team Leader Requirements

In order to apply for the BGR Team Leader position, you must meet the following conditions:

• You must be a full-time undergraduate student at Purdue through August 2025 or later.
• You must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA through the Summer 2025 semester.
• You must be available to be on campus for all of August training, Boiler Gold Rush International and Boiler Gold Rush activities.
  • Specific dates will be provided later but prepare to be back on campus early to mid-August.

West Lafayette Team Leader Information

Application

• The Team Leader application will open on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and will close Wednesday, February 19. 2025. The application can be found at purdueorientation.erezlife.com. See steps below on how to apply.
• Go to purdueorientation.erezlife.com
• Select “job postings”
• Click the “2024-2025 Team Leader Application”
• Click the “Apply now” button
• Complete the “Question sections”
  • You will be able to save the application and return to it later.
  • Make sure every section has a green check box next to it before you submit.
• Submit your application

Callouts

We are holding callouts for those interested in becoming BGR Team Leaders. Please note that callouts are not required (but are highly recommended). If you are unable to attend, it will not affect your ability to be a Team Leader. Please email bgrsoc@purdue.edu with any questions you may have, and our staff will get them answered.

• The Team Leader Callouts will be happening at these times:
  • Wednesday, January 15 from 5:30-6:30 pm in WTHR 104
  • Wednesday, January 22 from 5:30-6:30 pm in MATH 175
  • Monday, January 27 from 5:00-6:00 pm in WTHR 104
  • Thursday, February 6 from 5:30-6:30 pm in WALC 1018

Team Leader August Return Dates

• Team Leader International Move in: August 11 (if selected for TLi)
• Team Leader International Training begins August 12 (if selected for TLi)
• Team Leader Move in: August 12
• Team Leader Training begins August 13

Indianapolis BGR Team Leader Information

Application

• The Team Leader application will open on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, and will close Wednesday, February 19. 2025. The application can be found at purdueorientation.erezlife.com. See steps below on how to apply.
• Go to purdueorientation.erezlife.com
• Select “job postings”
• Click the “2024-2025 Team Leader Application”
• Click the “Apply now” button
• Complete the “Question sections”
  • You will be able to save the application and return to it later.
  • Make sure every section has a green check box next to it before you submit.
• Submit your application

Callouts

• We are holding callouts for those interested in becoming BGR Team Leaders. Please note that callouts are not required (but are highly recommended). If you are unable to attend, it will not affect your ability to be a Team Leader. Please email Hannah Keeler at hgkeeler@purdue.edu with any questions you may have, and our staff will get them answered.
• The Team Leader Callouts will be happening at these times:
  • Wednesday, January 22 from 6:30-7:30pm in ET 202
  • Thursday, January 23 from 6:30-7:30pm in ET 202
  • Tuesday, February 11 from 5:00-6:00pm in SL 108

Team Leader August Return Dates

• Team Leader International Move in: August 11 (if selected for TLi)
• Team Leader International Training begins August 12 (if selected for TLi)
• Team Leader Move in: August 12
• Team Leader Training begins August 13