Volunteer

Help invent the future as a KCIC Volunteer!

Kelly Ann, inventor of the Baby Saver, with her father.

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT SUPPORTING STEMIE INITIATIVES FOR KANSAS CITY YOUTH?

Whether you are interested in serving as a competition judge or can share your professional expertise as a mentor, there is a spot for you. Join today and become part of Kansas City’s invention community!

Time commitments and expectations for each KCIC volunteer opportunity vary. Please review the descriptions of each role below to determine which best suits your availability.

Support the next generation of inventors by volunteering with us at KCIC!

For questions about volunteering, please contact invent@lindahall.org.

Judges

Using a scoring rubric, judges will review student projects on their originality, effectiveness, practicality, and need. Judges will engage with the inventors directly by listening to their pitch, asking questions about their invention, and providing positive feedback.

Judges FAQ
Interested in becoming a judge at KCIC? Sign up today!

Ambassadors

Volunteer ambassadors are crucial in ensuring a smooth, organized, and welcoming experience for all participants. Your support will help guide inventors, maintain an efficient competition flow, and create a positive environment for students, educators, judges, and guests. Ambassador responsibilities will include:

Wayfinding & Competition Assistance

  • Help inventors locate their assigned competition spaces.
  • Assist with wayfinding throughout the venue.
  • Support judges, educators, students, and guests by answering questions and directing operational matters to members of the KCIC Team.

Judging Circle Management

Each Ambassador will be assigned to several judging circles. The primary responsibilities are related to judging circle management and include but are not limited to the following:

  • Direct educators and students to their assigned judging circles.
  • Ensure that only students and judges are present in the judging areas when the competition begins.
  • Guide guests and educators to the designated guest area while judging is in progress.
  • Minimize distractions by keeping the judging areas clear of unnecessary noise and movement.

Schedule & Code of Conduct Adherence

  • Help keep the judging process on schedule by ensuring timely transitions between judging rounds.
  • Promote a professional and distraction-free environment.
  • Ensure adherence to the KCIC Code of Conduct, which each student and educator has signed.
  • If an issue arises with any participant, immediately notify the participant’s educator/ chaperones and KCIC staff.
Ambassador FAQ
Interested in signing up to be an ambassador at KCIC? Email invent@lindahall.org!

Mentors

KCIC strives to inspire curiosity, confidence, and creative problem-solving skills in Kansas City youth. We also believe that the invention process should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Mentors will work with students on all facets of the invention process: refining an idea, building a prototype, and making a pitch. As a mentor, you will serve as a STEMIE role model to help foster an interest in sci-tech careers.

Mentors FAQ
Interested in signing up to be a mentor? Email invent@lindahall.org!
Want to Learn More?

If you have additional questions about KCIC or participation, please visit our FAQ page or contact invent@lindahall.org.

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