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Volunteer Interpreters needed at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
ORGANIZATION: Society for Science - International Science & Engineering Fair
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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21 people are interested
The Society for Science and the Public is seeking general volunteers and interpreters for the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles, CA from May 14-19, 2017.
We REALLY need volunteer interpreters Wednesday, May 17 all day. No technical experience necessary. We will have lots of nervous high school students from over 75 countries, regions and territories and they will need your help!
Language needs include:
Arabic, Bahasa Malaysia, Cantonese, Mandarin, Filipino, French, Gujarti, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Kazakh, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Sinhala, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
To sign up, go to: https://student.societyforscience.org/volunteers
Every year, thousands of individuals contribute their time and energy to Intel ISEF--as judges, interpreters, and event volunteers. Through generous donation of their own time, our volunteers help us inform, educate, and inspire.
Why Volunteer at Intel ISEF?- Gain personal satisfaction and inspiration from these motivated young scientists and engineers.
- Support STEM education.
- Earn community service or outreach credit from your business, school, or institution.
- Take a break and give back to a good cause
- We will feed you during your shift over 4 hours
- Free parking
- Certificate of appreciation
- T-shirt
Additionally, we are in need of more than 500 volunteers across a spectrum of activities are needed. Volunteer opportunities are available during the week in a range of shifts. We encourage you to explore all of the volunteer opportunities and experience Intel ISEF in your community.
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About Society for Science - International Science & Engineering Fair
Location:
1719 N Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20036, US
Mission Statement
Society for Science (The Society) is a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to public engagement in scientific research and education. Our vision is to promote the understanding and appreciation of science and the vital role it plays in human advancement: to inform, educate, inspire. Inform - To deliver the events and news of the scientific world daily. Through online and print media, we keep the world informed of the latest scientific news and advances. Educate - To further the many disciplines of science by reaching students, teachers, and the public. Inspire - To encourage and nurture the next generation of scientists, engineers, and teachers, through our acclaimed science competitions.
Description
The International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), the world's largest international pre-college science competition, annually provides a forum for more than 1,800 high school students from 81 countries, regions and territories to showcase their independent research. ISEF is the premiere science competition in the world exclusively for students in grades 9-12.
Each year, millions of students worldwide compete in local and school-sponsored science fairs; the winners of these events go on to participate in ISEF-affiliated regional and state fairs from which the best win the opportunity to attend ISEF. ISEF unites these top young scientific minds, showcasing their talent on an international stage, enabling them to submit their work to judging by doctoral-level scientists--and providing the opportunity to compete for almost $8 million in prizes and scholarships.
ISEF is held in a different city each year in May. This May, ISEF will be held in Dallas, Texas, May 13-19, 2023.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Los Angeles Convention Center1201 South Figueroa StreetLos Angeles, CA 90015
DATE POSTED
August 11, 2016
SKILLS
- Arabic
- Japanese
- Cantonese / Mandarin
- Korean
- Russian
- Spanish
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- 4+ hour shifts
- interpret (non-technical)