SIGGRAPH 2010 Student Volunteers Program

Imagine being an integral part of the creation of the world's biggest and greatest conference in computer graphics and interactive techniques. As a Student Volunteer, you will go behind the scenes for an international event that draws thousands of people who share a passion for these advanced technologies, and you will meet and learn directly from industry professionals, artists, and teachers. The SIGGRAPH 2010 Student Volunteers Program is a unique opportunity for a student to become one of the "People Behind the Pixels".

As a Student Volunteer, you will have admission to SIGGRAPH 2010's complete program, including Courses, Talks, Technical Papers, Panels, the Reception, and much more, plus many exclusive Student Volunteer events: rséumé and portfolio reviews, presentations by industry heavyweights, and mentoring from the industry's stars. Several of these influential figures began their journey into stardom as SIGGRAPH Student Volunteers.

All of this is available to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students who are enrolled full time for at least one semester during the 2009-2010 school academic year and are at least 18 years of age.

Objective

Submit your application to the Student Volunteers program.

Prizes

All volunteers will receive a Conference Access badge (equivalent to Full Conference registration, excluding conference documentation). All volunteers who fulfill their commitment may also be eligible, but are not guaranteed, to receive a copy of the Conference Proceedings following the conference.

You will have the equivalent of a Full Conference registration, so you will be able to go almost anywhere in the conference, except those places that require special access. The exhibit hall and most of the conference will be open to you during your free time.

Rules

• Applicants must be enrolled as full-time high school, undergraduate, or graduate students during some part of the 2009-2010 academic year (fall 2009 and/or spring 2010) and must be at least 18 years of age on or before Saturday, 24 July 2010. Students who turn 18 after 24 July 2010 will NOT be considered for the 2010 Student Volunteers Program.
• Students must plan to arrive in Los Angeles no later than 4 pm on Saturday, 24 July 2010, and depart no earlier than Friday, 30 July 2010. Other arrangements for arrival and departure may be made by contacting the Student Volunteers Chair but may disqualify applicants from being accepted unless approved by the Chair in advance.
• Student Volunteers must present a current, government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport upon check in at SIGGRAPH 2010 in order to receive their conference badges and materials.
• Applicants MUST be proficient in English, and all applications must be submitted in English.
• All students, regardless of discipline or area of interest, are encouraged to apply. No prior experience with the annual SIGGRAPH conference or computer graphics is required. We are looking for reliable, hard-working, self-starting, independent, enthusiastic students who are excited about the conference and who want to be among the next generation of leaders and professionals.
• Students can apply to volunteer for either 18 or 30 hours (approximately) during the conference.
• Volunteers who are willing to commit for at least 30 hours are eligible to apply for Travel Assistance Awards, which offer financial help for travel to and from the conference. Also, extraordinary 30-hour applicants who live outside the Los Angeles area may be selected to receive complimentary housing during the conference.
• Student Volunteers' jobs and activities can consist of anything from checking attendee badges at the sessions to assisting artists in The Studio and helping contributors with their installations. The jobs vary by program, length, and amount of involvement, but all play a very important role in running the conference.
• Team Leader jobs and activities are similar to those of Student Volunteers but also include managing Student Volunteers in their areas and coordinating volunteer duties with SIGGRAPH 2010 Committee members. Typically, each Team Leader is assigned to a specific program and coordinates Student Volunteer staffing and tasks with that program's committee. Team Leaders also aid in training and supervising Student Volunteers, assisting committee members, assisting attendees, and problem solving.

Student Volunteers program FAQ

How to enter?

For complete information on who is eligible to apply to the SIGGRAPH 2010 Student Volunteer Program, please review the Qualifications.

To start the SV application process:

1. Go to the SIS Login Page. If you have previously created an SIS account (SIGGRAPH 2009 Student Volunteer accounts are still active), then simply login (use the password recovery tool if you have forgotten your password) and skip to step 12.
2. From the SIS Login Page, click the "Create an SIS login account" link.
3. Fill in the form to create an account.
4. Check your email for a welcome message.
5. Return to the SIS Login Page.
6. Enter your login and password exactly as stated in the email.
7. Create a new password and click the "Save" button.
8. Click the "OK" button after your password has been successfully changed.
9. Click the "Begin a New Submission" link.
10. Verify that your account information is correct and click the "Save These Changes" button.
11. Click the "Begin a New Submission" link.
12. Click the "Create" button in the "Student Volunteers" option.

The Student Volunteers Application requires you to prove your student status with a scanned image of an official student identification card stating that you are a student (with an enrollment date listed on the card during fall 2009 and/or spring 2010) or an official school letter confirming your student status. A scan of your government-issued photo identification is also required. The application is extensive and requires a significant amount of time to complete. Do not wait until the day of the deadline (15 February) to start the application!

Entry fee

Volunteers who fulfill 30 hours or more and who do not live in the Los Angeles area are eligible to apply for up to six nights of accommodation in conference housing. Housing is not guaranteed and is provided according to need and qualifications. Up to four students of the same gender will be assigned to each room. Further information on housing will be provided upon acceptance as a Student Volunteer.

Each student is responsible for his or her own meals at the conference. Depending on available funding, Student Volunteers may receive a limited number of meal vouchers for use in the Los Angeles Convention Center's concessions. Depending on items purchased, this may cover only one meal at the convention center. SIGGRAPH 2010 also hosts one reception where food is served. Students should plan their budgets accordingly.

Related Links

• Official Website