Register to volunteer at an event
Follow these steps to register to volunteer at an event:
1. Create an account in the FIRST Dashboard - sign up is located in the top right corner of this page or by clicking the "Start Volunteer Registration" button below.
2. Click the Volunteer Registration tab & choose ‘Volunteer at an Event’.
3. Filter events by location/ program and select an event.
4. Choose up to five roles and apply.
5. Complete your required youth protection background screening (US & Canada).
You will receive an email from your local event coordinator if you are assigned to a volunteer role.
Follow these steps to mentor with an existing team:
1. Login to the FIRST Dashboard
2. Click on the Volunteer Registration tab & choose 'FIRST Mentor Network'
3. Follow the steps to create your Mentor Profile
4. Complete your required youth protection background screening (US & Canada).
5. Publish your Mentor Profile to see teams that match your profile
Need help navigating volunteer registration? Download the Volunteer Registration User Guide
Or call Customer Service (800) 871-8326, Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 5:00 EST/EDT
Whether a seasoned volunteer or new to FIRST, we recommend taking this "Volunteering with FIRST" training to learn about what FIRST is and what it means to volunteer with FIRST.