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The Office of Undergraduate Admission is hiring undergraduate interns for the Summer of 2026 (April 21 - August 24). Interns are responsible for welcoming guests and leading our office's daily tours for prospective students and visiting groups. We invite current students with strong public speaking skills and a deep love for UVA to apply. You will be the face of UVA to all visitors and prospective students.

Duties:

• Attend scheduled training sessions between April 21 - 30th. We will work with you to schedule these.
• Beginning May 18, work approximately 12-20 hours/week Monday - Saturday. Summer interns may work up to 39 hours per week maximum as student employees.
• Provide tours for prospective students and visiting groups. The Office of Undergraduate Admission offers tours daily Monday-Saturday during the summer. Tour shifts are roughly 2-hours in length between the hours of 9:00am - 5:00pm. Interns must be available for at least six tours per week.
  • The summer semester tour shifts are subject to change, but they are tentatively as follows: Monday - Saturday 10:20-12:00pm and Monday - Friday 2:20-4:00pm. There will also be Group Visit tours for specialty visiting groups around these hours.
• Serve at the Office of Undergraduate Admission front desk, greeting guests and answering phone calls.
• Work alongside Deans on Admission projects, such as social media and marketing, student outreach, inventory management, and event planning.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.
• Serve as positive and respectful stewards of the UVA community as a public-facing member of the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
• Ensure that the guest experience is easy, friendly, informative, fun, and inspiring.
• Assist with special events such as admission open houses, including some additional Saturday events.
• Perform other related duties as requested, including, but not limited to, reception work, clerical tasks, etc.
• Perform work in a professional manner and complete assignments on time.
• Observe time reporting rules and regulations.
• Be punctual.
• Maintain a friendly, helpful, supportive, and team-like atmosphere among coworkers.

Position Compensation: $15.00 Hourly

Application Requirements and Instructions:

• Please submit a resume with your application. A cover letter is optional.
• A 1-minute video submission is required for this application. Your application will not be considered without it. See instructions below.
• Position will remain open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who apply by January 12th, 2026.

Video Submission Instructions

• Submit your 1min video via this link: https://forms.office.com/r/KDwTNPyyeZ
• Video prompt: As if you were speaking to a prospective student, please describe your favorite annual UVA activity or tradition.

• If you are also applying for the Fall 2026 internship (separate application), you need only submit one video.
• Videos must:
  • Have the file labeled with the applicant's first and last name
  • Be no longer than 1min in length
  • Answer the prompt
  • Have clear audio
  • Feature only the applicant

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Current undergrad UVA student. Students graduating in May 2026 are eligible to apply only if staying for a graduate program at UVA.

Availability: Must be available for at least six tour shifts a week. The summer semester tour shifts are subject to change, but they are tentatively as follows: Monday - Saturday 10:20-12:00pm and Monday - Friday 2:20-4:00pm. There will also be Group Visit tours for specialty visiting groups around these hours.

Previous tour experience is appreciated but not required. Training will be provided to all hires.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job requires significant physical activity including walking around Grounds outdoors to give tours. Tours take place in various weather conditions.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.