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 IMS2025 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, 14 June 2025

Student ambassador registration (badge pickup) and training session

14:30-17:00 

Sunday, 15 June 2025

Student ambassador registration (badge pickup) training session 14:30-17:00, RFIC Plenary Session, Industry Showcase, and Reception

Monday, 16 June 2025

Student ambassador registration (badge pickup) and training session 14:30-17:00, IMS Plenary Session and Welcome Reception

Tuesday, 17 June 2025

Multiple Social and Networking Events

Wednesday, 18 June 2025

Industry-Hosted Reception and MTT-S Awards Banquet

Thursday, 19 June 2025

MTT-S Student Awards Luncheon

Friday, 20 June 2025

105th ARFTG Conference