IEEE’s efforts are accomplished through a partnership between Volunteers and staff. Many volunteers are not IEEE Members. Volunteers are an essential part of the IEEE organization, playing an important role in the Editorial, Conference and Governance activities of IEEE. Volunteers are the backbone of IEEE Sections and Societies. Additional opportunities for involvement include standards development, fund raising, awards and educational activities and the development of new products and programs. Volunteers give their time for many different reasons: some want to give back to a profession that has done so much for them, others want to grow the next generation of engineers, and still others want to sharpen their own skills by taking on new challenges that they may not be able to take on in their jobs. As an IEEE volunteer, you can take pride in participating in activities that interest you, while expanding your knowledge of the IEEE, gaining valuable management and leadership skills, and connecting with others in your profession.

Use these links to access more information on how to become an IEEE volunteer:

• Visit the Volunteers section of the IEEE web site
• Connect with your local IEEE section and chapters
• Learn about the IEEE Educational Activities Board, including accreditation and pre-university programs
• Get involved with the IEEE Standards Association
• Organize a conference
• Participate in a technical society or technical council
• Shape and promote USA technology policy and professional activities through IEEE-USA
• Nominating candidates for IEEE governance

What do volunteers say about their experience volunteering with IEEE?  Watch Profiles in Volunteering on IEEE.tv