Orientation Team Hiring Process

• There will be two separate interview processes for first-time OT applicants and returning applicants.
• For returner applicants: Interviews will be conducted in a group format that is approximately 45 minutes long. There will be up to 24 applicants per interview participating in activities with a small group of 8. Interviews will be evaluated by current core members, graduating orientation team members, and/or Xavier staff members. 
  • Arrive to Gallagher 210 at least 10 minutes before your interview to check-in
  • Mix of Manresa-themed group activities (intended to showcase your collaboration skills and knowledge of campus resources), as well as a few personal interview questions
  • Example: How have your leadership skills evolved as a result of being a member of the orientation team?
• For first-time applicants: An individual interview will be conducted with current core members, graduating orientation team members, and/or Xavier staff members and will be approximately 15 minutes long. 
  • Arrive to Gallagher 210 at least 10 minutes before your interview time to check-in
  • Mix of general interview questions (about yourself, skills, experiences, what you hope to gain etc), as well as a few Manresa scenario questions
  • Example: You have a first year who has not shown up to small groups. How would you handle the situation?
• Business casual is what is expected for both interviews

• Display a positive attitude towards serving as a member of the Orientation Team.
• Indicate that you have reflected on the role, skills, and/or insight that you would bring.
• Demonstrate areas of growth in previous positions you have held, as well as what you hope to learn in an Orientation Team role.
• For Manresa scenario questions, we hope to observe your thought process, foundational understanding of resources, and ability to be a leader/role model. 
• Demonstrate empathy, understanding and input on how to create an inclusive program.
• Provide clear responses and specific examples in questions. 

• Reliable, dedicated, knowledgeable, respectful, empathetic, communication, critical thinking, conflict management and ability to be a positive role model.
• Shows a strong commitment to the Orientation Program
• Shows strong teamwork and leadership skills
• Have an open mind and positive attitude
• Passion for furthering Xavier's values and creating an inclusive community
• Be in good standing with the University
  • Not on University or residence life probation
  • Any previous conduct sanctions are complete
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Monday 11/24/25 - Saturday 1/31/26: OT application opens via the OneApp

Monday 2/2/26 - Friday 2/6/26: Interview sign-ups open

Friday 2/13/26 - Sunday 2/15/26: Returner applicant group interviews

Wednesday 2/18/26 - Sunday 2/22/26: New applicant individual interviews

Monday 2/2/26: OT decisions announced

Week of 3/22/26: OT Spring Training (times and locations TBD)

Week of 4/25/26: OT Spring Social (time and location TBD)

Friday 8/7/26 - Sunday 8/2/26: Orientation Team Move-in

Monday 8/10/26 - Wednesday 8/12/26: Orientation Team Training

Thursday 8/13/26 - Saturday 8/16/26: Manresa!