What is the Team Leader Program?

Team Leaders are students at Georgia Tech who work with new students in the GT1000 Freshman Seminar. TLs work with students in Fall and Spring GT1000 classes. They assist new students as guides, mentors and sources of information in the new students' transition to college and GT. TLs also work closely with GT1000 instructors in developing and leading class activities and meet with the instructor weekly.

What does a Team Leader "do"?

Each Team Leader serves in a section of the Freshman Seminar along with 3 or 4 other TLs and the class instructor. They assist with leading activities, developing the class lesson plan, advising and mentoring the students on their team, and being available to share information. TLs explain how Georgia Tech works, how to approach professors, and study on the college level.

TLs volunteer between one and two hours per week including class attendance, meeting with the instructor, and being available to the students on their team.

TLs are expected to attend training, and pass information about college events and points of interest to their teams in a positive manner.

What does a Team Leader receive?

Team Leaders impact the culture of Georgia Tech by shaping the new students' transition experiences. In return, TLs develop leadership, public speaking, and group facilitation skills. They are exposed to networking opportunities with faculty and staff, along with their fellow TLs. TLs are not paid, nor do they take the class for credit.

What are the required qualifications?

All Team Leaders must have attended Georgia Tech for at least two semesters, must have a cumulative GPA of 2.3 of better, and be in good academic and judicial standing as of the beginning of the semester in which they will serve in a Freshman Seminar class. TLs must be willing to share their experiences, knowledge, and capabilities in a positive manner with the students in the class and on their teams. TLs should demonstrate good oral and written communication skills. TLs are not required to have taken GT1000.

Who is our ideal Team Leader?

Team Leaders are good role models and involved students, both inside and outside the classroom. They are comfortable leading group discussions and activities and working closely with a Freshman Seminar instructor. They are positive and encouraging, professional, confident, and able to express themselves in class and with individuals. TLs should be outgoing and friendly.

How do I apply?

Complete the online application by clicking on the "Team Leader Sign Up" menu on the left.