Become a Tour Guide
Source: https://www.admissions.illinois.edu/visit/istar Parent: https://www.admissions.illinois.edu/apply
Do you love Illinois? Apply to be an I STAR!
I STARs share their love for Illinois and knowledge of campus by leading campus tours and events for prospective students and their families. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strongly encourage applications from individuals who possess and promote these values. I STARs assist our office with hosting 40,000+ visitors to campus yearly.
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Our office hires on a semester basis for the spring semester and over the summer. We hire for the fall semester on an as-needed basis depending on staffing needs.
The application for Spring 2026 is open through October 15, 2025.
Our I STARs and their Illini pride on full display
Requirements
We seek to hire students with the following characteristics:
- Current undergraduates at Illinois
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive, enthusiastic attitude
- Self-motivated
- Good time-management skills
- Ability to represent Illinois effectively to numerous constituencies
- Capable of working in a team setting
- Strong sense of school pride
Responsibilities
- Welcome prospective students and families to campus as they check in
- Direct families around campus
- Give campus and classroom tours
- Serve on student panels for up to 900 guests
- Answer calls and work the front desk at the Office of Admissions and Records
- Prepare materials for visit programs
- Serve on student panels for virtual visits
- Assist with video shoots, photo shoots, and social media efforts as needed
- Assist with other tasks as needed
Benefits
- Have fun!
- Flexible hours and competitive pay
- Share your positive personal experiences and leave an impact on future students
- Network with other student leaders and alumni
- Improve public speaking and communication skills
- Cultivate time-management skills
- Build your resume
Questions?
If you wish to be notified when our next application opens, complete our interest form. Reach out to Michelle Wu at emwu@illinois.edu for any questions regarding the role.