The Preview Staff position involves a competitive selection process that begins with an application. The first step in the selection process consists of an online application. The application is comprised of the following items:

• Basic Profile (individual characteristics, academic interests, past work experience, etc.)
• Short answer questions (150 words - 500 words)
• Reading and understanding of the terms and conditions

2025 Application opening at noon - September 6th, 2024!

September 6th, 2024: Application Opens

11:59 pm on October 6th, 2024: Application Closes

October 10th, 2024: Round 1 - Group Interviews (Times Vary)

October 28th, 2024 - November 1st, 2024 Round 2: Individual Interviews (Times Vary)

Attending our optional info sessions is a great way to learn more about the position, ask questions, and get a feel for the expectations.

Info Sessions:
Sep. 10th, 2024 7:00p.m - 8:00p.m Reitz Union G330
Sep. 18th, 2024 7:00p.m - 8:00p.m - Virtual
Sep. 26th, 2024 7:00p.m - 8:00p.m -Reitz Union 2330 
Sept. 30th, 2024 7:00p.m - 8:00p.m - Reitz Union 2330

Dress Code: Casual Attire
Round 1 interviews will consist of three components- critical thinking in a group setting, a group activity, and brief interview with a faculty or professional staff member.

The purpose of the round 1 interview is to see how you do in a team environment and the dynamics you have in a group. It is also a chance for you to work with our preview campus partners and answer the following questions:

• Involvement passions
• Why you want to join the Preview Staff
• Understanding of the University’s current status
• Position on inclusive excellence
• …and more about you in general!

Please come on time and prepared for some problem-solving activities and an interview portion. Most importantly come as yourself and prepare to have some fun! Once applied, you will then receive an email notifying you if you have been invited to the round 1 interview.

Dress Code: Business Casual

The final interview round will take place with the professional staff members from the office of New Student and Family Programs. In this interview, you will be asked to respond to mock scenarios, answer questions about your professional standing, provide insight into your understanding of the University’s current status, as well as go into further detail about your desire to become a Preview Staffer.

After all round 2 interviews have been completed you will be sent an email concerning your status as a preview staff applicant.

Pending Invitation

Candidates who move forward from the individual interview will join the Preview Staff Leadership Course during the spring semester. This course is designed to promote leadership skills and university knowledge. Students will learn about communication, personal strengths, team dynamics, student transition issues and academic support. Each student must complete all course requirements and receive the minimum passing grade to be extended a full offer of employment as a member of the Preview Staff.