Volunteer

Mentorship may involve one-time or occasional check-ins via email or video call. , supporting students through their research project and into their presentation preparation. Options include a BIPOC mentorship focus. Mentors help students envision their STEM futures.

Most mentor relationships begin in the fall or early winter. This year, teachers will reach out to MSEF on behalf of students who would benefit from additional support. We’ll match these students with volunteers based on subject area expertise, availability, and mentoring preferences. Please note: all one-on-one mentors must complete a CORI background check. Priority is given to Massachusetts based volunteers.

Opportunities starting soon. Sign-up here to be notified of opportunities for the 2026 Science Fair Season.

MSEF relies on STEM professionals in academia, industry and current teachers with a range content expertise to support the SRC process for student projects across the state. The Scientific Review Committee reviews project plans and paperwork for safety and scientific integrity. This assignment is fully remote with work available on a flexible schedule.

Fall recruitment. Email info@scifair.com.

Current need is limited to behavioral and social science reviewers.

Students have questions! Volunteers serve as a sounding board, providing feedback to students who are identifying their project scope or in the midst of their research. This can be a one-hour commitment to either one student or for an entire class. This opportunity is primarily virtual.

Email student@scifair.com for upcoming opportunities.

Opportunities starting soon. Sign-up here to be notified of opportunities for the 2026 Science Fair Season.

Serve as a sounding board for high school students practicing their presentations in advance of the State Fair. Feedback is provided on presentation style and communication skills. This is typically a 2 hour commitment in the late winter/early spring.

January and February 2026- Dates TBD

Judges review student projects at the Regional and/or State Science Fairs (Middle and High School). They devote approximately 4 hours to review student presentations and assess students on the basis of provided rubrics. Feedback from STEM professionals is invaluable to students presenting their work.

Learn more at www.scifair.com/judge