Volunteer Signup
For graduate students, postdocs, working biologists, and other professionals who want to guest speak, judge, or review resources at EBS 2027. Applications are open now — judging and speaking are available in-person or online.
Choose Your Track
Select the track that describes you and apply directly — each opens the right application form.
Researcher / Volunteer
Graduate students, postdocs, or working biologists interested in volunteering as guest speakers or resource reviewers for EBS 2027.
- Guest speaker opportunity
- Review curriculum materials
- In-person or online
Judge
Biological scientists and researchers who want to evaluate student presentations at the symposium using EBS's structured rubric. One-day commitment in Spring 2027.
- Evaluate 4–6 poster presentations
- Provide written & verbal feedback
- Attend symposium day events
Volunteer Roles
Applications are open now. There are several ways to contribute to EBS — from a one-day commitment to ongoing, flexible involvement.
Guest Speaker
Deliver a 20–30 minute talk at the symposium on your research area or career path in biology. One-time commitment on Symposium Day, Spring 2027 — present in-person or join the online track.
Resource Contributor
Help create and review beginner-friendly research guides, resource lists, and curriculum materials. Flexible, asynchronous — contribute on your own schedule.
Judging
Judges evaluate student research presentations on Symposium Day using a structured rubric calibrated for first-time researchers.
Time Commitment
One-day commitment. Symposium Day runs approximately 9 AM – 5 PM. Judges may attend for a full or half day based on availability, in-person or online.
Who Can Judge
Judges should have at minimum an undergraduate degree in a biological science or related field. Graduate students, faculty, postdocs, and industry professionals all welcome. Comfort evaluating research at a high school and middle school level is helpful.
Not Sure Which Track Fits?
If you already know your track, use the "Apply Now" buttons above — they go straight to the right application. Otherwise, fill out this short form and we'll point you in the right direction.
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Thank you for your interest in EBS 2027. We'll be in touch when registration opens in Fall 2026. Keep an eye on your inbox.
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