Volunteer

The conference is only possible through the dedication of volunteers.  These volunteers give their time to make UXPA conferences a leading forum for the exchange of ideas amongst UX practitioners.  We need your help!

Onsite Conference Volunteers

Onsite conference volunteers must be available throughout the entire conference, July 9-12, 2013, and contribute 18-21 hours of service during that time. The success of volunteers in the past is based on communication, so attendance is mandatory at volunteer meetings during the conference.

Potential volunteer assignments include staffing the information booth, helping at the registration desk, or assisting session chairs and tutorial instructors. See the information below for Frequently Asked Questions about Onsite Conference Volunteers.

Do I qualify as an Onsite Conference Volunteer?

Volunteers are selected based on the following criteria (in order of acceptance):

• Full-time college or graduate students, including Spring 2013 graduates
• Part-time students enrolled in a degree or certificate program
• Unemployed or under-employed individuals
• Employed Individuals attending the conference at their own expense

Why would I want to be an Onsite Conference Volunteer?

• Exposure to prospective employers
• Opportunity for networking
• Make meaningful contacts with other volunteers who will be your colleagues in the industry
• Free attendance for workshops or tutorials at which you are serving
• Registration at the Student Rate
• Rebate after the conference – see below. You'll wear distinctive volunteer apparel while on duty, guaranteeing additional attention from conference presenters and attendees

How much does it cost to be an Onsite Conference Volunteer?

You will initially be charged the reduced student registration fee according to the following table:

Other Costs

* Continental Breakfast and some Lunch meals are included. Evening meals will be on your own.

Upon the completion of your conference duties, you will receive a refund effectively reducing your total Conference Registration to:

$110 USD for members
$190 USD for non-members.

Refunds will be issued approximately 4-6 weeks after the conference.

Does the UXPA cover travel and lodging for Onsite Conference Volunteers?

Unfortunately, UXPA cannot sponsor travel or lodging for conference volunteers. We encourage you to share rooms at the conference hotel, and will help you find a roommate, if needed. Also, we are looking into local hostels and lodging hosts as potential alternatives to the conference lodging.

How many Onsite Conference Volunteers are needed?

For the UXPA 2013 conference, we will need at least 25 volunteers. Slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to full-time students. If the available volunteer opportunities have been filled, your name will be placed on the wait-list.

How do I sign up to be an Onsite Conference Volunteer?

If you are interested in volunteering for the UXPA 2013 Conference in Washington, DC, please complete the online application. Your information will be reviewed along with other applicants. The first wave of volunteer decisions will be made and communicated in early April 2013. Depending on the number of available volunteer positions, additional application reviews/decisions will be made in the subsequent weeks before the conference.

What if I have other questions about being an Onsite Conference Volunteer?

If you need more information or have questions, contact the UXPA 2013 Conference Volunteer committee at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .