The role of a lifetime is open: LA28 volunteer application

Every great production needs a crew. The LA28 Organising Committee will begin casting the team powering the world’s largest sporting events, the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games. 

With two years to go until the Games, applications are open for fans from around the world to apply to become one of the up to 60,000 volunteers who will make up the Volunteer Crew.

Leading the charge is Olympic gold medallist Carl Lewis, who has been named an Official Ambassador of the LA28 Volunteer Program.

"Los Angeles has always shown up for me, and now it's our turn to show up for the world. If you want to be part of something historic, apply today,” said Lewis, who won four gold medals when Los Angeles hosted the Olympics in 1984. “The role of a lifetime is waiting." 

“In 2028, the world’s attention will be on LA as the world’s best athletes make history, but it's the crew behind the scenes that help make those moments possible,” said Reynold Hoover, LA28 Chief Executive Officer. “Their impact cannot be overstated — behind every event, every venue and every moment will be the LA28 Volunteer Crew, ready and eager to play a vital role in the delivery of the LA28 Games.”  

 

 

 

 

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While a majority of volunteer opportunities for the Olympics and Paralympics will be in Los Angeles, the reach of the LA28 Volunteer Crew will be nationwide, with volunteers supporting Olympic events in Oklahoma City and Olympic Football Tournament (Soccer) matches in New York, Columbus, Nashville, St. Louis, San José and San Diego.  

Roles will be available in eight categories that applicants can express their interest in, including communications, driving, experience, medical, Ceremonies, operations, sport and technology. Some roles will require specialised skills which applicants can indicate within their application, including in areas such as medicine and language translation. 

More details on the Games-time volunteer application process, including eligibility requirements, can be found on the LA28 Games-time volunteer portal, built in partnership with Deloitte. 

Those interested in joining the LA28 Volunteer Crew can visit the LA28 volunteer page to begin their application. Those who have already expressed interest will also receive an email with next steps — though all are welcome to apply regardless of whether they previously registered. 

While prospective volunteers are encouraged to apply early, there is no preference or priority given to the order in which an application is received. There will be an announcement at least seven days before the application closes to ensure everyone who wants to apply has time to. 

Please visit the LA28 website for more information