The AIEA volunteer program provides meaningful, practical work and professional development opportunities at the AIEA annual conference. AIEA, the Association of International Education Administrators, is a professional organization that serves leaders in international education. The AIEA Annual Conference is an event that brings international education leaders from all over the world together for provocative, relevant and rewarding dialogue and networking.
AIEA is collecting information from volunteers interested in assisting in a variety of tactical and logistical tasks associated with hosting our annual conference. AIEA will need a volunteer staff of 40-50 people to work dedicated shifts of 3-4 hours over the conference days, February 16-19, 2026.
Volunteers will be responsible for ensuring logistical and tactical tasks are implemented to make the attendee experience memorable and productive.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to network with senior leaders in international higher education; gain insights into trends for the future of the field; and serve an integral role in the premiere conference on the internationalization of higher education. LOCATION Marriott Marquis, Washington DC, February 16-19, 2026 Volunteers are responsible for travel and/or lodging costs. Snacks and drinks will be provided on site.
APPLY NOW! If you are interested in volunteering at the Annual Conference, please fill out this AIEA Volunteer Interest Form. This initial form is intended to collect contact information and preliminary interest in helping with the conference. Volunteers will be contacted closer to the conference time with specific times and assignments as scheduling is finalized. Preference will be given to undergraduate students, graduate students, and young professionals with an interest in international education.
