Orientation Leader

Job Description:

The Student Affairs, Diversity and Inclusion team in Valencia is looking for 4 Orientation Leaders to help support our Orientation week for undergraduate and graduate students. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing general student, programmatic, and logistical support to the arrival of these new students.

Employment Dates:  Wednesday August 19 - Friday September 4 2026 (Orientation week starts on Monday August 24, 2026  and finishes on Saturday August 29, 2026)

Type of Position: Full time temporary 

Eligibility Requirements:

• Berklee Valencia alumni, including recent graduates from July 2026
• Must be able to work in Europe /Spain
• Must speak English
• Must be in Valencia, able to work in person. Responsible for own housing
• Must be available for entire Orientation week + part of week prior
• Outgoing, dynamic and overall willingness to connect and interact with participants

Preferred Qualifications:

• Musical background and performance experience
• Experience working with college students 
• Spanish speaking
• Experience working with production, lights and sound equipment

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with Orientation preparation approximately one week prior to program start/arrival date 
• Responsible for 1-2 cohort of students at both the graduate and undergraduate level (approx 20-30 in each group) for campus tours, icebreakers, etc 
• Serve as first point of contact for students for questions regarding day-to-day logistics and getting around the city
• Plan and lead extracurricular activities during Orientation (as assigned) to help students bond with each other and help them to engage with the Valencia and Berklee community. Sample activities include jam sessions or open mic nights, Spanish language circles, icebreakers, etc
• Assist the Student Affairs, Diversity and Inclusion team with logistical support regarding preparing materials, Orientation sessions and activities.
• Assist Academic Affairs and Student Affairs during the first week of classes.
• Additional training and/or documentation may be required 

Applicants who are both interested and qualified should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter that addresses the applicant’s capabilities and experiences.
• A Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Candidates may be asked to submit additional materials at a later date.

Deadline to apply: Monday July 27, 2026

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

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