Volunteer With TechPoint Youth
Discover the joy of giving back by sharing your time and talent with TechPoint Youth. It's not just volunteering; it's an opportunity to make a real difference in your local community. We believe that everyone has something unique to contribute, and we're here to help you find the perfect way to give.
Ready to embark on a
rewarding adventure?
Join us in shaping the future of tech and STEM education. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, there's a place for you in our various volunteer opportunities. Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math, and mentor the next generation of innovators.
Our flexible opportunities cater to your expertise and schedule, ensuring that your involvement is both impactful and enjoyable. Although most of our activities align with the school year (August - May), we're eager to hear how you'd like to connect with us year-round. Your preferences matter, and the journey starts with a simple 2-minute Volunteer Interest Form.
Explore the possibilities below and find the opportunity that resonates with you. Let's build a lasting relationship while making a positive impact together. Your journey of giving back begins here!
Volunteer Interest Form
Want to get involved directly with students through fun, hands-on STEM programs?
Individuals and companies interested in becoming part of our volunteer network should fill out this form* so we can get connected.
*By completing the Volunteer Interest form, you agree to abide by our Volunteer Code of Conduct.
If you have specific questions regarding a volunteer opportunity from our Volunteer Menu below, please feel free to email us at Volunteer@TechPointYouth.org! Note: All volunteer opportunities will take place from August to April.
Volunteer Opportunities for
the 2024-2025 School Year
Each year TechPoint Youth strives to bring both on-going and one-time engagement opportunities to our volunteers. Look through our “menu” of options where you will find a short paragraph describing each type of engagement.
STEM Mentors(on-going)
A driving force behind our mission’s success is volunteerism from employees within STEM focused companies who are willing to mentor young minds for the duration of an entire school year. We have both a during school and after school option to get involved with this program:
Classroom Support
During School
STEM Mentors have the option to work alongside a classroom teacher during the school day to support hands-on, minds-on curriculum in the classroom and enrich the STEM learning environment for students. When you volunteer in a classroom, you get to make meaningful connections with students of all backgrounds while sharing your knowledge and expertise. This opportunity works great for a team looking to regularly volunteer in their local community!
Typical Commitment
At least 1 hour per month
September - April
Between 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
1-5 volunteers per classroom
Robotics Team
After School
We have hundreds of robotics teams throughout the state looking for support after school. Help give teachers the confidence to tackle their student's questions while impacting the lives of students interested in STEM at an early age by being a STEM Mentor for a local school’s robotics program.
Typical Commitment
At least 1 hour per month
September - April
Between 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
1-5 volunteers per classroom
Recruitment for STEM Mentors for the 24-25 School Year is complete. Check back in May for more recruitment info for the 25-26 School Year.
One-Time Events
If your schedule does not allow a year-round commitment, or you are interested in engaging more community members and volunteers from your organization with TPY’s mission, we also offer a variety of one-time events throughout the year. Here are several ways to get involved that only require a few hours of time:
Robot Events & Competitions
Throughout the year, schools host practice and qualifying robotics events in preparation for the State Championships in March. As you can imagine, giving students the opportunity to practice for the “big dance” in robotics is a great way to improve their robot skills and build confidence. These events are typically held on Saturdays, and volunteers are always needed to fill a variety of roles- ALL background and skills levels with robotics are welcome.
Typical Commitment
2 - 8 Hours
October - March
Times vary; typically Saturday mornings
Hour of Code
Each December, TPY celebrates Computer Science Education Week by providing schools in Indiana with the resources they need to complete an Hour of Code activity. We partner with local schools with STEM Professionals to volunteer in-person and engage students in fun, game-like, coding lessons. Check out more about Hour of Code HERE!
Typical Commitment
1 - 2 Hours
December- Computer Science Education Week
Between 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
1-2 Volunteers per hour, per classroom
State Robotics Championship
Each March, TechPoint Youth hosts elementary, middle, and high school students for the Indiana Robotics State Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium. This past year, TPY volunteers supported over 1600 students during the State Championship event, serving around 350 student teams scattered across all 92 counties of Indiana.
We have 450+ volunteer roles to fill each year to make the event happen. Interested in helping give Indiana robotics students an experience they will never forget?
Typical Commitment
2-6 Hour Shifts
March
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
400+ roles available
To learn more about specific roles and volunteer opportunities visit our Indiana Robotics State Championship page.
Don’t worry! Please consider a financial gift to support our mission.
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