AY25-26 Tour Guide (Non-Work Study)

Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee; Friendly (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established university is seeking enthusiastic tour guides to represent student life and provide engaging campus tours. This role involves extensive training in social skills and public speaking, ensuring that guides are well-prepared to share their experiences and insights with visitors. Tour guides will work flexible shifts, showcasing the vibrant campus atmosphere while mingling with diverse groups. If you have a passion for connecting with others and promoting a welcoming environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impression on future students.

Qualifications

• Passion for promoting the university and engaging with visitors.
• Physical ability to traverse campus while providing tours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct campus tours for prospective students and families.
• Assist with administrative tasks within the Office of Admission.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in groups

Friendly and outgoing personality

Curiosity about other people

Knowledge of a second language

Education

Undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program

Job description

Position Information

Title: AY25-26 Tour Guide (Non-Work Study)

Position Description

Tour guides are the first impression visitors to campus get of student life at BSU. They receive extensive ongoing training in social skills, public speaking, diversity, and all aspects of our university.

Once trained, Tour Guides are assigned several weekly shifts that involve mingling with a diverse group of guests and giving several daily campus tours to prospective students and their families. Tour guides also staff tours in conjunction with Admissions events. In addition, they assist with administrative tasks within the Office of Admission.

Daily tour guide shifts:
Monday-Friday 9:30-11:30am and 2:30-4:30pm.
Other shifts include group tours, Saturday tours, twilight tours, Fall Preview Days, Admitted Student Day, and other events as needed.

Please include a copy of your availability/class schedule Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM in your application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for promoting BSU
• Physical ability to traverse campus while talking
• Ability to work equally well independently and in groups
• Eagerness to share their experiences as a prospective & current student
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Instinctual curiosity about other people and good listening skills
• Friendly, outgoing personality, and willingness to talk with strangers
• Knowledge of a second language with the ability to translate

Physical Demands

Traverse around campus for 1-2 hours on each shift or longer during events.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon the completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Hourly Rate

$15.00

Posting Information

Posting Number: Stu05063P
Open Date: [Insert Open Date]
Close Date: 09/30/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
  • Yes
  • No

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bridgewater State University is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.