STUDENT-(AY25/26) Admission Host

IC students interested in giving back to the IC Community and assisting the Office of Admission with recruiting efforts are encouraged to apply for the Admission Hosts Committee tour guide position. As an Admission Host, you will be an ambassador of the college who embodies the spirit of the institution. Admission Hosts are often the first point of contact and a valuable source of information for prospective students.

What we look for in an Admission Host:

• Articulate, professional, and responsible individuals
• Share a strong enthusiasm and passion for Ithaca College
• Value a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Can address questions accurately, honestly, and optimistically
• Flexible, and committed to the position
• Have professional public speaking and communication skills
• Possess a positive attitude and take initiative
• Must be currently in their first-year, sophomore, or junior year to apply and not be planning a semester away for the fall 2025 semester

Pay Rate: $15.50

Admission Hosts are expected to:

• Participate in the New Hire training program consisting of shadowing, committee meetings, and training sessions
• Provide an informational walking tour of campus that is aproximately two miles in total weekdays and on occasional Saturday visits and events
• Staff greeter and reception desk shifts, as needed 
• Participate in virtual admission events
• Participate in Open House and Accepted Student programs
• Be comfortable in fostering an equitable and inclusive culture 
• Be in good academic standing

To Apply an applicant needs to:

Interested applicants must apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter including your answers to the short questions shared below. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

Complete the application in the HR Cloud by 5 pm on Monday, April 14, and include the following required documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• *Admission Host Questions 

*Please add answers to the following to your cover letter:

IC email address

Cellphone number

Major(s), minor(s)

Month/year of expected graduation (MM/YYYY)

Short Answer Questions:

• If there is one thing about Ithaca College that you would change (not the weather or the stairs), what would it be? How would you present this to a prospective student and/or family if they asked this question?
• What skills and experiences would you bring to the Admission Host Committee that would be an asset?
• Why do you think connecting with current students is so important in the college decision-making process?

Once your application has been received, it will be reviewed and a select number of applicants will be chosen to interview. Interviews are planned to occur in April. Positon to begin the beginning of the fall semester. If you have any questions, please contact Beth Gailor at bgailor@ithaca.edu or admissionhosts@gmail.com

For questions, please contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu. 

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Salary : $16