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More than volunteering

Donate your time at our robotics tournaments to inspire a generation of makers.

“I wish I had this at school!”

Us too – now’s your chance to pay it forward. FIRST Tech Challenge UK events are fuelled by a squad of passionate Game Changers donating their time to mentor teams and deliver epic experiences.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a total noob, we need your help to create events that transform lives. With loads of regional tournaments and a national champs, there are plenty of opportunities to flex your volunteering muscles.

Register to volunteer now

“I didn’t have the chance to compete in FIRST Tech Challenge UK as a young person, but volunteering as a Game Changer as an adult has helped transform my confidence and pushed me to tackle challenges I never would have before.”

Robert Stack, Digital Education Specialist, Heart of Midlothian FC Innovation Centre

Roles to match your skills

You don’t have to be a rocket scientist, although kudos if you are. You just need oodles of energy, a sense of purpose and desire to pay it forward.

The gamers

Get teams game-ready, troubleshooting robots and running matches like clockwork

The judges

Spotlight incredible teams and decide who’s set the new industry standard by dishing out awards

The organisers

Balance event logistics with excitement, keeping everything running without a hitch

We’ve got you covered

Not sure you’re cut out for the job? Join one of our volunteering webinars to find out more. Train for most roles online in an hour and lean on our experienced volunteers to learn the ropes. Plus good grub, travel and a More Than Robots t-shirt! That’s you sorted.

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Pay it forward

Discover what it’s like to volunteer at our events

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New qualifiers with your name on it

Our local Qualifying Tournaments need your top-notch skills. Join your local or plan an epic road trip. New season dates to be released in the Autumn.

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