FIRST works closely with research and academic organizations to provide tangible evidence of our impact on students’ education and career choices

Detailed information about the Submitted FIRST Robotics Competition Awards: FIRST Impact Award, Dean's List Award, and Woodie Flowers Finalist Award.

The Official Scorer for FIRST Robotics Competition is a volunteer position for the 2025 game, REEFSCAPE presented by Haas. Official Scorers observe matches, count game pieces, and input scores. Work under the direction of the Head Referee.

Event Volunteer role descriptions and training information for FIRST Robotics Competition.

The Pit Administration Supervisor is a customer-facing leadership role that trains and supervises several Volunteers related to teams and Pit Administration.

Resources for FIRST Tech Challenge Volunteer training and development

Resources for teams to program FIRST Tech Challenge robots. 

Do you have awesome animation skills? Check out this award!

Information about robot transportation, including information for teams based outside of the United States and robot transportation exemptions.

Resources for FIRST Tech Challenge teams to design and build a robot.