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Volunteer with Purpose

FIRST    competitions and events are made possible by volunteers, including employees of corporate sponsors, teachers, parents, community leaders, and others. From a few hours to events all year long, every role helps students grow, learn, and thrive. 

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A Role for Everyone

Whether you want to spend your time learning firsthand from our teams, helping plan and organise the event, or want to be right where the action is on the playing field, there is a role for you. FIRST offers three distinct programs for ages 4 - 18 that require a strong and dedicated volunteer force. You can find exciting and engaging volunteer opportunities in each program.

Scorekeeper

Scorekeepers are vital to the technical and procedural success of each event, managing the scoring system, entering and displaying scores, and ensuring accurate and timely communication of results to teams, volunteers, and audience members.

Control System Advisor 

The Control System Advisor (CSA) supports teams in troubleshooting and resolving robot technical issues. This highly skilled, hands-on volunteer position directly impacts event success by helping teams get and stay competition ready.

Field Resetter

Field Resetters help keep the pace of match play by quickly and safely resetting the field after each match. They are essential to the flow of the event, working closely with the field team to ensure a consistent and safe competition environment. 

Robot Inspector 

 Robot Inspectors ensure all robots meet technical and safety rules before competing. This hands-on, team-facing role combines engineering, communication, and rule enforcement to support fair and safe gameplay across the event.

Emcee

Bring the energy and spirit of FIRST to life as an Emcee, the enthusiastic voice that guides the audience through match play, team introductions, and ceremonies while celebrating student achievements. If you enjoy public speaking, connecting with teams, and creating a fun, inclusive atmosphere, this high-profile, fast-paced role is a perfect fit! 

FIRST Technical Advisor

The FIRST Technical Advisor (FTA) is a highly visible, leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth technical operation of the competition field. FTAs support teams, resolve field and robot control issues, and work with other volunteers and staff to ensure a safe and successful event. 

Referee

Want to be a part of the action on the field? Referees observe robot game matches, track the status of each match, and assist competitors in understanding the rules of the game.

Queuer

As a Queuer, you’ll help keep the event running smoothly by notifying teams about upcoming scheduled matches/judging, ensuring everyone is in the right place at the right time. This fast-paced, team-facing role is a great way to stay active, support participants, and be part of the energy that keeps the day on track—no experience required!

How to Volunteer

Whether you want to spend your time learning firsthand from our teams, helping plan and organise the event, or want to be right where the action is on the playing field, there is a role for you. FIRST offers three distinct programs for ages 4 - 18 that require a strong and dedicated volunteer force. You can find exciting and engaging volunteer opportunities in each program.

Know the ropes already? Visit the FIRST Australia Dashboard to sign up

Check your eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to volunteer with FIRST Australia, with some roles having higher age requirements. Volunteers aged 18 and over must hold a valid Working With Children Check (or equivalent) before participating at events. No prior experience with FIRST is required, although some volunteer roles do require relevant skills or experience.

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