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Volunteer

STEMCON relies on the support of dozens of volunteers who give their time and energy to make this event memorable for all who attend. Make an impact on the next generation of STEM enthusiasts by volunteering today!

Register to Volunteer

Why Volunteer?

Everyone has different reasons for volunteering, but all agree it is worth the time invested. Some of the benefits of volunteering for STEMCON include the opportunity to:

  • Meet new people
  • Re-ignite your passion for STEM
  • Encourage the next generation of STEM enthusiasts
  • Earn service hours or extra credit for your class/organization
  • Make a difference in your community

Volunteer Details

This year's event will occur on Saturday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Physical Education Center (PEC) Arena at College of DuPage. STEMCON Lab coats will be provided for volunteers this year and can be picked up and returned at the check-in table when you start/end your shift. In addition, those who volunteer for a full day shift will receive a complimentary box lunch.

Volunteer shifts will be as follows

  • 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (morning shift)
  • 12:30  to 4 p.m. (afternoon shift)
  • 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (full day - complimentary box lunch provided)

Box Lunch Options

Full-day volunteers will receive a complimentary box lunch. The following lunch options will be available:

  • Classic Turkey Club: Smoked turkey with Swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on sourdough bread. Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soybean, Gluten, Mustard (540 cal/sandwich)
  • Tandoori Cauliflower and Pepper Wrap: Tandoori spiced cauliflower, roasted red pepper mayo, baby spinach, and red peppers in a flour tortilla. Contains: Wheat, Gluten, Sulphites (290 cal/wrap)
  • Garden Salad with Portobello: Romaine lettuce and spring mix topped with sliced portobello, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, and shredded carrots. Served with balsamic vinaigrette. Contains: Milk, soybean (240 cal/salad - with dressing)
  • Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken: Romaine lettuce with grilled chicken, homestyle croutons, and shredded parmesan. Served with Caesar dressing. Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soybean, Fish, Gluten, Mustard (900 cal/salad - with dressing)

All lunches will come with a bottle of water. Sandwich box lunches come with assorted chips and a chocolate chip cookie (contains milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, gluten). Salads come with an apple, a roll (contains gluten, wheat), and a chocolate chip cookie (contains milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, gluten). Sorry but we cannot substitute ingredients.

Attention to those with food allergies: Please be aware that all food is made in a shared kitchen. As a result, we are unable to guarantee that any menu item can be completely free of allergens. We strongly suggest that people with severe food allergies or who are concerned about cross-contamination provide their own meal.