"The best things in life are free, like volunteers."
Applications are currently CLOSED.
As same as in previous editions of PhD Student Symposium, we are looking for volunteers to help us with small tasks before and during the PhDSS 2025. By volunteering at this event you can get an insight into organization, meet and become friends with others from the STEM field and have fun.
The volunteers’ tasks are:
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- to greet attendees warmly and provide them with their registration materials and badges
- prepare promo materials
- prepare the rooms for the talks
- help during coffee breaks
- provide information about the Symposium program, helping attendees understand the schedule and location of different talks and events, and more
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Testimonials
"As an undergraduate student, volunteering at the PhD Student Symposium was such an incredible experience. Being there, surrounded by PhD students from all kinds of fields, gave me a real glimpse into what their world is like, and it wasn’t as intimidating as I thought it might be! The team I worked with was amazing—super organized and easygoing—which made the whole thing run smoothly. There was a lot of work to do, but nothing too hard or complicated, and we still had plenty of time to enjoy ourselves. Plus, the after-party was so lively and fun—a perfect way to wrap up a great event!"
"As an undergraduate student, I think it is wonderful to get a chance to experience volunteering at symposiums like this one, especially this early in my education. It's an opportunity to learn all kinds of new skills (mostly organizational skills) with a supportive organizing team. Furthermore, at the beginning of your education you can learn about the possibilities of developing in different science fields through all the lectures, poster presentations and communication with PhD students (who will gladly share important advice and experience), which I would say is extremely valuable."
"If you want to hear firsthand what it's like to do a PhD, there's no better place than PhD Student Symposium. A relaxed atmosphere with an already experienced team will show you how much you can help. This is one of the rare opportunities where even as a student you can be involved in the organisation of Symposium, which will definitely be a big plus in your CV."
"The PhD Student Symposium was a great opportunity to take a sneak peek at the PhD life for a graduate student who is at a crossroads of their academic life. To be a volunteer means getting a chance to talk with so many amazing young scientists who are always equipped with insightful answers to your questions, gaining experience in organizing a unique event and forming many private and professional connections. Anything can be accomplished with a great team and the PhDSS team is amazing!"
