Volunteer Job Descriptions

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If you're interested in volunteering with MTSEF, it's easy to get involved! Our primary need is for judges on event day, March 27, 2026. Please register on our STEM Wizard site.

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Science and Engineering Fair

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Judges:

Judges are knowledgeable and objective individuals who have the ability to assess students fairly and determine which project earn awards. Technical judges assess design and should have a technical, engineering, or science related background. 

Judges are needed from 2:30 pm - 8:00 pm on Friday March 27th. Dinner and a small gift will be provided to all judges. 

 

Requirements for high school judging: holds a PhD or other advanced degree in a STEM field OR is pursing advanced degree in a STEM field OR a bachelors and 3 yr experience in a STEM field

for middle school judging: the above OR a junior/senior in college pursuing science degree

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Volunteer:

General volunteers are needed to help with check in, project setup, and other needs. 

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Outreach

Ambassadors:

Supports our outreach program by working with their local community to build awareness and passion for STEM in middle and high schools in mid-TN.

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County Coordinators:

Organize outreach campaigns to middle and high schools for one or more of the mid-TN 24 counties around Nashville served by MTSEF.

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Social Media Advocates:

Help us spread our message and mission on social media to increase our outreach to students, parents and educators.