Student Ambassadors

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Student Ambassadors

Experience IMS as an insider and get complimentary registration when you help out as a student ambassador!

The International Microwave Symposium (IMS) is the most prestigious conference in the field of RF and microwave engineering. Each year, this event attracts thousands of people from all over the world. Although the prestige of IMS is based on a consistently excellent technical program and many networking opportunities, the overall success of each conference is due to the combined effort of many volunteers. We look forward to your help!

 

Eligibility requirements:

To be eligible as a student ambassador, you must:

  • Be enrolled as a full‐time or part‐time undergraduate or graduate student
  • Be friendly, cordial, punctual, and willing to serve
  • Complete the volunteer application by clicking here
  • Attend one of three ambassador training sessions (dates/times listed below)
  • Work a minimum of two full days (or four half days)

 

Benefits:

Student ambassador receive numerous benefits, including:

  • Complimentary IMS conference registration (details will be sent to volunteers by email)
  • Complimentary IMS2024 Student Ambassador t-shirt
  • Food and beverages will be provided during hours of volunteer service  including breakfast, lunch, and snacks
  • Invitation to the Student Awards Luncheon on Thursday
  • Explore exhibits and have the opportunity to interact with people from around the world
  • Transportation and lodging are NOT included

 

Overview of Duties:

Student ambassadors will be asked to:

  • Provide assistance for technical workshops, forums, panels, competitions, or interactive sessions
  • Assist with check‐in to technical lectures, workshops, technical sessions and social events
  • Greet and help conference attendees

 

Application:

Click here to apply to be a student ambassador
Register early for priority volunteer times. Space is limited.
 

Important Events to Keep in Mind:

Saturday,
15 June 2024
Student ambassador training session, 14:30-17:00
Sunday,
16 June 2024
Student ambassador training session 14:30-17:00,
RFIC Plenary Session, Industry Showcase, and Reception
Monday,
17 June 2024
Student ambassador training session 14:30-17:00, IMS Plenary Session and Welcome Reception
Tuesday,
18 June 2024
Young Professionals Panel and Networking Social
Wednesday,
19 June 2024
Industry-Hosted Reception, Awards Banquet, Women in Microwaves Networking Event
Thursday,
20 June 2024
MTT-S Student Awards Luncheon
Friday,
21 June 2024
103rd ARFTG Conference