Volunteers
Lumieos includes a full volunteer management system for robotics competition events. Whether you are signing up to help at an event or coordinating a team of volunteers, this section walks through every step.
Who this section is for
Volunteers are community members who sign up to help run events. They go through a sign-up flow, complete screening and training requirements, and receive a role assignment before event day.
Volunteer Coordinators are event staff who review applications, assign volunteers to roles, and manage the day-of roster.
How the volunteer flow works
Volunteering at an event follows a predictable sequence:
- Sign up — You submit an application through your Volunteer Dashboard, choosing which event(s) you want to attend and your preferred roles.
- Screening — Lumieos checks your screening status through the national FIRST Volunteer Management System. Some volunteers are exempt based on age or existing credentials.
- Assignment — A coordinator reviews applications and assigns you to a specific role. You receive an email confirmation.
- Training — Once assigned, any required training modules for your role appear in your Training tab. You complete them before event day.
- Event day — You arrive by your call time and check in on site.
Pages in this section
| Page | Audience |
|---|---|
| Signing Up to Volunteer | Volunteers |
| Your Assignments | Volunteers |
| Learning Modules | Volunteers |
| Coordinator: Managing Volunteers | Volunteer Coordinators |
Your Volunteer Dashboard
All volunteer activity for your account lives at My Account → Volunteer Dashboard. The dashboard has three tabs:
- Applications — Your current and past event registrations.
- Training — Required training modules for your assigned roles.
- Screening — Your FIRST background check status.
You can also edit your volunteer profile (shirt size, past experience, etc.) using the Edit Volunteer Profile link at the top of the dashboard.