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Topic: Volunteers Needed for 2011 BIO International Convention
BIO International Convention Volunteer Program
Application Deadline: April 1, 2011
Information & Guidelines for the BIO International Convention
Volunteer Program
GIVE US TWO DAYS AND WE'LL GIVE YOU TWO COMPLIMENTARY DAYS AT THE
CONVENTION!
The 2011 BIO International Convention will bring approximately 15,000
attendees to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington,
DC, June 27-30. Would you like to help us out? Along with BIO staff,
volunteers are essential to the success of the convention. Below is
important information on the Volunteer Program, the benefits of being
a volunteer, and the requirements for volunteering during the 2011
convention. Please read this information carefully before completing
the application.
Once you have completed the online application, and we have confirmed
your reference(s), we will do our best to provide you with your first
choice of day assignments. However, first choice volunteer days are
not guaranteed.
Volunteers will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We
encourage you to apply early!
To submit an application to volunteer please visit the following
link: http://convention.bio.org/Volunteers/
Volunteer Benefits
For each day you volunteer during the 2011 convention, you will
receive a complimentary day to attend the conference. We ask that all
volunteers plan on volunteering for two days. For each two days
volunteered, you will receive two complimentary days to attend the
conference (the complimentary passes are non-transferable). Please
note, in most instances you must volunteer for one day first, before
you receive a free day at the conference.
All volunteers will be given a special volunteer shirt to wear and
keep following the 2011 convention.
Each volunteer will have access to one of the following evening
receptions which corresponds with your complimentary day(s):
Monday, June 27 – Welcome Reception
Wednesday, June 29 – Gala Reception
Volunteer Requirements
All volunteers will go through a screening process. In this process
your credentials will be verified, including possible contact with
your employer/reference.
Volunteers should use a 2011 convention committee member, BIO staff
member or a BIO member company as a reference. (If these do not apply,
a corporate reference may be used).
Students must be at the College Level with a demonstrated interest in
life sciences and must provide two references. (An academic reference,
i.e. a professor or advisor, in addition to the committee member or
BIO staff member).
All volunteers must be at least 21 years of age to participate in the
program. There are no exceptions to this requirement.
Preference will be given to volunteers that work within the life
science sector.
All volunteers must attend one training session prior to their
volunteer assignment. The date, time and location of the sessions will
be announced at a later date. Please Note: Volunteer training is
MANDATORY. You will not be allowed to participate in the program if
you do not attend a training session. If you know you will not be
able to attend a training session on the scheduled days, please email
v*******[email protected].
Some volunteer positions require 6:30 am start times.
Some volunteer shifts are 10 hours in length.
Some volunteer positions require working on the weekend.
Most volunteer positions require long hours of standing.
Volunteer Notification
Applications will be evaluated on a first-come, first-served basis.
You will be notified via email beginning in January if your
application for the Volunteer Program has been accepted, and an email
outlining your assignment will be sent in March.
The Volunteer Program
During your training, more detailed information will be provided for
the various assignments. When completing your application, please note
that we will do our best to provide you with your first choice of day
assignments, however, first choice volunteer days are not guaranteed.
Examples of possible assignments during the convention include the
following:
Room Monitors – Assigned to one room that hosts one particular meeting
track. Assist the speakers, facilitate getting the sessions started by
seating attendees, distribute and collect surveys, control the lights,
etc.
Keynote Luncheon - Facilitate seating attendees as quickly as possible
and provide direction for open seating, placing sponsor literature on
tables and chairs.
International Program – Provide full-time support in the International
Lounge by being on-hand to monitor the meeting rooms, take meeting
room reservations, and maintain the general appearance of the Lounge
Career Fair – Assist in registering attendees, directing attendees
within the Career Fair.
Ancillary Programs – For various ancillary displays and programs,
assist with participant check-in, assist in transporting and putting
up poster displays, restock and hand out collateral material, staff
information desks.
For more information about BIO’s 2011 International Convention
Volunteer Program, please contact
v*******[email protected].
Sarah H. Sneeringer
Director, Programs
Biotechnology Industry Organization
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