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The countdown to Mardi Gras is on! With the city coming alive in celebration, now is the perfect time to embrace all that makes New Orleans special. But before you dive into the festivities, take a moment to apply for some amazing mentorship opportunities right here on campus!

In this edition of The Navigator, we’re sharing ways to connect, lead, and make a lasting impact at Tulane. Plus, we’ve got a unique volunteer opportunity to help make Mardi Gras more sustainable—so you can celebrate while contributing to a greener future!

Roll Wave!

NTC College Programs | First-Year Experience Team

A One, a Two, Join the Hullabaloo! Apply to be a Wave Leader!  

Wave Leaders are a paid student leadership position within the Hullabaloo Hello orientation team! Their job is to welcome new students to campus, guide them through the orientation experience, and serve as a general mentor and leader as they transition into Tulane. Join the Hullabaloo and make a direct impact on future Tulanians!

Want to know more about the position? View the Fall 2025 Wave Leader Job Description! Want to apply? Fill out the Fall 2025 Wave Leader Application! We can’t wait to see your application!  

Are you interested in creating fun video content for social media? Would you love to share your Tulane experience while working closely with a dynamic team of student storytellers? Now’s your chance!

The First-Year Five are the official first-year experience brand ambassadors and content creators, showing incoming and current first-year students all they need to know about Tulane. We’re looking for five rising sophomores (Class of 2028) to join our team! The application closes TONIGHT at 11:59 PM CST. We can't wait to see your creativity shine!

Explore the Common Mentor Application for the leadership role that's right for you!

In one form, you can apply for the following positions:

You can apply for one position, or all four! Check out the application on the Mentor Institute WaveSync page for more details about each position. The application is open now and will close on Monday, March 10th. We hope you apply!

Volunteer for Recycle Dat! and help make Mardi Gras more sustainable with on-route parade recycling!

Mardi Gras just got greener and you can be part of the action! Recycle Dat is looking for volunteers to keep the good times rolling sustainably. Help collect aluminum cans, glass, plastic bottles, and throws at staffed stations along the uptown parade routes. Morning and afternoon shift options available. Learn more and register below!

Interested in working on campus this summer, building your resume, and getting paid? Tulane Pre-College Programs has a large variation of student employee positions over the summer with varying hours to match many different schedules and paths! You can review the job descriptions for Community Leaders, Operation Aides, Teaching and Operational Aides and Excursion Aides here.

Submit an application for employment below if you are interested in one or more of these roles!