Get Involved!

FIRST® volunteers are part of a global robotics community preparing young people for the future. 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. Whether you want to spend your time learning firsthand from our teams, helping plan and organize the event, or want to be right where the action is on the playing field, there is a role for you. Let us know how you want to help and we will work to find the right opportunities for you.

Mentor a Team

Want to dedicate your time and expertise to teams directly? From finding their people to finding their path, team mentors help students gain the skills and confidence to forge ahead and build their future with FIRST. As a FIRST team coach or mentor, you help students build confidence, solve real-world problems, and thrive through hands-on STEM projects. Whether you are starting a robotics team or mentoring an existing team, your support changes lives

Volunteer at the Event

Volunteers make the FIRST Robotics Competition in Idaho a success! We want all FIRST volunteers to feel confident in their roles – from judging to safety goggles and registration to field resets. Want to connect your organization to FIRST? We offer opportunities to volunteer as a group at local events and matching gift programs with many companies, allowing employees to double their impact either through time or money.

Join the Planning Committee

As a Planning Committee member, you’ll play a vital, hands-on role in shaping a successful FIRST event, from pre-event prep and team support to day-of logistics and wrap-up. Lead by example; regional planning committee members are expected to demonstrate the mission, vision, and Core Values of FIRST through words and action. Various roles are available utilizing skills, talents, and passions of those who serve on the planning committee.

Let us know you are interested in volunteering!

Fill out this form and we will in in contact soon with ways to connect you to the volunteer role that is right for you!