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Volunteer with The Fifth Elephant and Rootconf — October 2026–January 2027

Explore volunteer roles, commitments, and guidelines for upcoming conferences, meet-ups, and workshops

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Anna Banerjee

[ANNA BANERJEE]

Submitted Nov 9, 2026

1. Tell us about yourself

Student pursuing degree in Cse final year

{2. Why are you interested in volunteering for Fifthel?}
I’m interested in volunteering for Fifthel because I’d like to meet new people, be part of a community outside college, and gain experience working in a professional event environment. I’m also interested in networking and potential career opportunities through the people I meet.

{3. Have you volunteered at community events before?}
Yes. I have volunteered at college events, including stage management, where I coordinated people and gave speakers cues on when to speak or come on stage.

{4. Which role would you like to volunteer for?}

See Roles — Fifthel 2026 for full descriptions and deadlines)

Note: We ask for two preferences because some roles fill up quickly, or may need a different skill match than expected. We’ll confirm your final role assignment on an onboarding call.

{Preferred role:

  • AV & Technical: AV Console Manager · Remote Stream Monitor · WiFi Setup & Troubleshooting ⏳

  • Front-of-House & Floor Ops: Registration & Help Desk · Usher — Wayfinding · Usher — Hall/Mic · Hall Manager · BOF Coordinator · Food Coupon Counter · Washroom & Facilities Watch · General Setup & Production Support ⏳ · Sponsor Booth Day-of Support ⏳

  • Content & Social: Testimonial Recorder · Conference Photographer · Workshop Photographer · Onsite Reels Editor · Post-Event Video Editor · X/LinkedIn Live-Posting · Community Engagement (WhatsApp & Telegram)

  • Design: Sticker Design · Print Production Support · Digital Poster Design · Installation Project Owner (“The Elephant in the Room”)}

  • BOF COORDINATOR

{Next preferred role (in case your first choice isn’t available):}

  • [Same list as above]
  • HALL MANAGER

{5. Can you commit to the pre-event time requirements for your chosen role(s)?}

  • Not sure — I’d like to discuss this on the onboarding call

If either of your role choices is marked ⏳ Extended commitment, please make sure you can commit the additional pre-event time listed in that role’s description before applying.

{6. Anything else you’d like to tell us about yourself or your interest in Fifthel?}
I’m confident, easy-going and comfortable communicating with different kinds of people. I’m helpful, willing to take responsibility, and enjoy working as part of a team. I’d like to contribute to the event while gaining experience and meeting new people outside my usual college environment.

{7. Declaration}

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