In order to be a Virtual Orientation Leader, the following is required:

  • Be a full-time undergraduate (12 credit hours), enrolled spring quarter 2026 and autumn quarter 2026, at the University of Washington in Seattle. 
  • Have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA 
  • Must be able to take General Studies 370: Peer Facilitation Class in spring quarter (meets Wednesdays 2:30-5:20 p.m., in-person)
  • Must be able to attend the Virtual Orientation Leader Welcome Night
  • Must be able to commit to attending the Summer Training days
  • Review and be able to work the dates of Advising & Orientation Part 2 (review the Virtual Orientation Leader policies and expectations packet for more details).
  • Be in good academic and conduct standing with the University, prior to and throughout the entire term of employment.
  • Stable wi-fi connection to support showing video and facilitating an A&O Zoom meeting (recommended 50 Mbps). 
  • Must be able to host A&O in a distraction free environment that is quiet.
  • Must be able to host A&O in a location in the United States of America (international students can still work as a Virtual Orientation Leader if they in the United States throughout the A&O sessions in accordance with the on-campus employment for F-1 students policy.)