How you can help
Possible assignments include the roles below. Tell us which ones interest you when you apply.
- Registration & guest services
- Welcome participants, help with check-in, distribute materials, and give directions.
- Event & session support
- Help set up rooms, prepare signage, and keep sessions running to schedule.
- Speaker & faculty support
- Assist speakers and moderators with arrival, schedules, presentation materials, and logistics.
- Abstract & poster support
- Help presenters check in and prepare the poster area and academic materials.
- Communications & media
- Support event photography, short videos, social media, and participant communications.
- Bilingual & international guest support
- Help international guests communicate and find their way around the event. English–Chinese bilingual volunteers are especially welcome.
Who can apply?
- College, university, medical, and graduate students
- Residents, fellows, and other trainees
- Psychology, BCBA, speech-language, and occupational therapy professionals
- Educators and special education professionals
- Researchers and healthcare professionals
- Community members interested in autism and neurodiversity
No previous conference experience is required. We ask volunteers to be reliable, professional, respectful, and willing to work with the team.
Why volunteer?
- Gain experience in professional conference operations.
- Meet researchers, clinicians, educators, students, and early-career professionals.
- Learn about current work in autism research, care, and education.
- Support an international autism and neurodiversity event.
Eligible volunteers who complete their assignments may receive an official Certificate of Volunteer Service.
2027 volunteer dates
Primary needs are around these Boston events. You can list your preferred dates and available hours in the application.
Apply to volunteer
Tell us your preferred dates, available hours, languages, and the roles you would like to help with. Include any relevant experience or access needs.
The organizing team will review your application and contact you about assignments.
- Your details
- Review & send