FIRST ® Volunteers
Empower the next generation of changemakers and innovators

FIRST® volunteers are part of a global robotics community preparing young people for the future. Even if you only have a few hours to give, your contribution can make a difference. Working side by side with FIRST participants, volunteers play an important role in shaping young minds and inspiring students to achieve.

A World-Wide Community of Volunteers

Over 250,000

volunteer opportunities

Over 21 Million

hours volunteered last season

98 Countries

where FIRST volunteers are serving

Become a Coach or Mentor

FIRST® mentors and coaches support more than half a million students across the globe each year. Mentors and coaches are individuals from all backgrounds who work with students to share their knowledge and guide them through the season. Coaches and mentors help foster Gracious Professionalism® and empower participants to engage meaningfully in the work, make critical decisions, and take ownership in team efforts.

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Volunteer at an Event

FIRST hosts thousands of events around the globe annually, made possible by volunteers who fill over 250,000 roles to accomplish the mission of FIRST. Volunteer roles range from safety attendants and field reset to judges, emcees, and referees. Volunteering at an event is a great way to share technical or professional knowledge, but you do not need special skills or expertise to volunteer.

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Become a FIRST Volunteer

Ready to volunteer? Create an account on the FIRST Dashboard to begin the registration process or fill out the form below for more information.

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Additional Opportunities to Get Involved

MENTOR REMOTELY WITH FIRST MENTOR NETWORK
 

The community platform, FIRST® Mentor Network sponsored by NI, gives mentors the opportunity to use their unique skill sets to engage with teams for virtual or in-person mentorship.

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BECOME A FIRST AMERICORPS MEMBER
 

The FIRST AmeriCorps Program expands the vision of FIRST by working in areas that have been deemed underserved: lower socio-economic communities, rural areas, and areas that have little to no support or resources to be able to easily access STEM initiatives.

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VOLUNTEER WITH FIRST CHAMPIONSHIP
 

Volunteering at FIRST Championship is an action-packed and energetic experience, offering a large variety of roles within each program. Volunteers receive a t-shirt and access to discounts on hotels and travel, and meals during their volunteer shift.

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