# Join the team > Join us for the World Cup Finals in 2028 and stay on the team all the way through 2029. Most roles require no prior experience. - [Registration coming soon](https://www.n29.no/en/become-a-volunteer.md) ## Find the role that's right for you ### Sports - The slope #### Course crew The backbone of the race course Are you a highly skilled skier who enjoys being out on the slopes and at the heart of the action? As part of the course crew, you will help ensure that the race course remains in top condition throughout the World Cup. You will help prepare and maintain gates, safety nets, and other race equipment, as well as make any necessary adjustments during the competition. The role requires strong skiing skills, confidence on hard-packed snow, and the ability to react quickly when action is needed. This is a key role in ensuring safety, quality, and the smooth running of the race. - Prepare and maintain gates, safety nets, and course equipment. - Make the necessary adjustments between the runners. - Help create a safe and fair competitive environment. - Play an important role in the on-course execution. #### Blue color Help athletes find the fastest route to the finish line Are you a skilled skier who enjoys being out on the slopes and working close to the race course? As part of the blue-dye crew, you will help create and maintain the distinctive blue lines that help athletes read the course. The blue markings indicate gates, terrain transitions, jumps, and the ideal line through the course, among other things. This role is an important part of the technical race operations and is carried out on the slopes as part of the course crew. This section is suitable for those with strong skiing skills who feel confident on hard-packed snow. You enjoy hands-on work in an active competition environment and are happy to help wherever needed. - Create and maintain blue markings on the competition course - Help the athletes read the course as effectively as possible - Work closely with the course crew and race organizers - Play an important role in running the competition out on the slopes #### Slippers Ensure equal conditions for everyone Are you an exceptionally skilled skier who is comfortable on hard-packed snow, using skis with sharp steel edges, and doing physical work out on the course? As part of the Slip Crew, you help ensure that the race course maintains consistent quality throughout the event. Using your own skis, you push loose snow out of the race course and help maintain the best possible conditions for all competitors. This role is an important part of the course crew and requires strong skiing skills, quick reactions, and confidence on hard-packed snow. It is ideal for anyone looking for an active role close to the action. - Keep the race course smooth and race-ready - Remove loose snow from the racing line between competitors - Help ensure the most equal conditions possible for all athletes - Be an important part of the slope crew out on the mountain #### Infront team Give the World Cup the visibility it deserves Are you detail-oriented, practical, and comfortable working outdoors on the slopes? As part of this section, you will help ensure that sponsors, partners, and the event itself are presented in the best possible way along the race course and in TV broadcasts. You will help install, inspect and maintain the advertising banners before and throughout the event. The banners must be correctly positioned, securely fastened and professionally presented in collaboration with the venue team and TV production crew. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to be close to the action. - Install and maintain advertising banners along the race course - Ensure proper placement and visibility throughout the event - Collaborate with the venue and TV production teams - Contribute to a professional presentation of the World Cup and its partners #### Accreditation check on snow The right person in the right place Are you observant, clear in your communication, and comfortable taking responsibility? As a volunteer checking accreditations on the snow, you will help ensure safety, order, and a smooth flow in the competition area above the finish line. You will check accreditations at access points throughout the arena and ensure that only people with the appropriate authorization are admitted to the various zones. The role involves interacting with athletes, teams, the press, and officials, and is ideal for someone who communicates clearly and enforces access rules in a professional and service-minded manner. The work takes place outdoors at the venue, and you will ski to your assigned station. - Check accreditations at snow access points - Ensure that people have access to the appropriate zones in the competition area - Help ensure safety, order, and smooth operations at the venue - Collaborate with security, sports, media, and event management teams #### Transport and logistics on snow Get people and equipment where they need to be Are you responsible, solution-oriented, and comfortable with a varied workday? As part of the on-snow transport team, you will ensure that people, equipment, and supplies are transported safely and efficiently around the venue during the World Cup. Transportation is primarily carried out by snowmobile and ATV, and you will help ensure that arena operations run smoothly throughout the event. The role also involves practical tasks and snow clearing as needed. This role is ideal for someone who is a confident driver, takes responsibility, and handles assignments efficiently in changing winter conditions. - Transport people, equipment, and materials within the facility - Operate snowmobiles and ATVs in accordance with plans and needs - Assist with practical tasks and snow removal - Help ensure safe and efficient logistics at the venue ### Sports – Off the slope #### Race Office The hub of the procurement process Are you organized, service-minded, and good at keeping track of things? As a volunteer at the race office, you will help with the administrative side of the World Cup and ensure that information flows smoothly between teams, the jury, officials, and the organizer. You will work on tasks related to information, team captains’ meetings, anti-doping and competition coordination. The role is primarily based indoors, but close to the action on the slopes. This is ideal for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, collaborating and handling multiple tasks at once. - Assist with the administrative management of the competitions - Assist with information and coordination for teams and officials - Support the organization of team manager meetings and other events - Collaborate with the jury, race management, and other key personnel #### Timekeeping When every hundredth of a second counts Are you accurate, organized, and detail-oriented? As part of the timekeeping team, you will help ensure that the competitions are conducted with precise and reliable timekeeping in collaboration with Longines. You may be assigned tasks at the start, along the course or in the finish area, helping to ensure that both electronic and manual timing work as intended. The role requires you to follow established procedures, remain focused for extended periods and understand the importance of recording every hundredth of a second accurately. - Help ensure safe and accurate timekeeping during competitions - Operate and monitor timing equipment in collaboration with Longines - Perform tasks at the start, along the course, or in the finish area - Follow procedures and ensure accurate recording of results ### Guest Services & Hospitality #### Audience and ticket services The first encounter with the World Cup Are you service-minded, comfortable interacting with people, and happy to help? As a volunteer in guest and ticket services, you will be among the first people visitors meet when they arrive at the World Cup. You help create a positive spectator experience by welcoming guests, checking tickets, providing information, and directing spectators to the correct area. Together with the security team, you help ensure a smooth flow and a safe environment throughout the event. - Welcome guests and check tickets - Provide information and guide visitors around the venue - Help ensure smooth crowd flow and safe execution - Be a visible and approachable host during the event. #### VIPs and guests World-class hospitality Are you service-minded, outgoing, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment? As a volunteer on the VIP, guest, and conference team, you will help ensure that sponsors, invited guests, and partners enjoy a professional and memorable experience during the World Cup. You are part of the hosting team that welcomes guests, provides information, and ensures everything runs smoothly in the VIP areas and during conferences and side events. This role is ideal for anyone who enjoys meeting people, providing excellent service, and helping create memorable experiences. - Welcome guests and provide information - Assist with food and beverage service in VIP areas and in the stands - Prepare/set up and keep guest areas inviting and tidy throughout - Provide support during conferences and side events #### Volunteer services The glue that holds the event together Are you cheerful, service-minded, and passionate about taking care of others? Volunteer Services plays an important role when the World Cup comes to Narvik. With hundreds of volunteers working every day, we make sure everyone gets the food, warmth, information, and energy they need. As part of the team, you will help keep the staff hospitality tent running, hand out clothing, provide practical information, and create enjoyable breaks and a strong sense of community for the volunteers. This role is ideal for anyone who enjoys helping others and contributing to a positive atmosphere behind the scenes. - Contribute to well-being and a sense of community among volunteers - Distribution of clothing and practical support - Food and beverage service in the hospitality tent - Help create great experiences behind the scenes - Well-being Patrol #### Team hospitality Hosting the world's elite Are you cheerful, service-minded, and passionate about taking care of others? Team Hospitality plays an important role when the World Cup comes to Narvik. By providing delicious meals, warm hospitality, and a welcoming environment, the team helps ensure that athletes, coaches, and support staff receive the energy and care they need throughout the competition days. As part of the team, you will help ensure that the dining areas run smoothly, assist with food and beverages, and create a welcoming environment for breaks and recovery. This role is ideal for anyone who enjoys providing excellent service and helping create positive experiences behind the scenes. - Help serve food and drinks to athletes, coaches, and support staff - Create a warm and welcoming environment - Be part of the host team for international teams and support staff - Help create great experiences behind the scenes ### Medic #### Medical preparedness on the course Peace of mind when it matters most Are you a healthcare professional and a confident skier who is comfortable taking responsibility? As part of the medical response team, you will help ensure that athletes receive prompt, professional assistance in the event of injuries or incidents on the racecourse. You will work close to the action inside the safety netting, collaborating with race management, the ski patrol and other emergency response personnel. The role requires relevant healthcare qualifications, excellent skiing skills and the ability to act quickly in challenging situations. This is a vital role in ensuring the athletes’ safety throughout the event. - Contribute to medical preparedness along the race course - Provide rapid assistance in the event of injuries and incidents - Work closely with race management and other emergency response personnel - Be an important part of ensuring the athletes' safety #### On-site medical preparedness Peace of mind throughout the event Are you a healthcare professional who thrives on responsibility in a fast-paced event environment? As part of the on-site medical response team, you will help ensure that spectators, officials, guests, and other participants receive prompt, professional assistance in the event of illness, injury, or other incidents. You will work in public areas and at the event venues, collaborating closely with security personnel, event management and other emergency response teams. The role requires relevant healthcare qualifications, strong teamwork skills and the ability to remain calm when a lot is happening at once. This is an important role in ensuring the safety of everyone attending and participating in the World Cup. - Contribute to medical preparedness in venue and spectator areas - Provide prompt assistance in the event of injuries, illness, and other incidents - Work closely with security and other emergency preparedness teams - Be an important part of ensuring the safety of spectators, officials, and guests ### Transport, traffic and logistics #### Accredited transport A key role in ensuring smooth workflow and progress Are you a safe driver who enjoys providing excellent service? The transport team ensures that athletes, coaches, officials, members of the press, and guests get where they need to go safely and efficiently during the World Cup. As a volunteer, you are an important part of the event’s logistics operation. You follow transport schedules, meet people from all over the world, and help ensure the event runs smoothly. This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, solution-oriented, and comfortable behind the wheel, including in winter conditions. You must have held a Category B driving licence for at least three years and have at least two years of driving experience. A licence to drive a minibus, truck, or other vehicle categories is an advantage, but not a requirement. - Transport athletes, officials, members of the press, and guests - Follow transport plans and scheduled times - Create a safe and positive experience throughout - Be an important part of the event's logistics #### Traffic and parking Ensure smooth traffic flow to and from the World Cup Are you service-minded, clear in your communication, and do you enjoy being where the action is? As a volunteer on the traffic and parking team, you will help ensure that spectators, guests, officials, and others involved reach the World Cup venues safely and efficiently. You will direct traffic, monitor parking areas, and help keep things moving smoothly during busy periods. You will also set up barriers and ensure that the various areas used by the event are clearly marked. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable taking responsibility, enjoys helping people, and can give clear instructions in a friendly manner. - Direct traffic and visitors to the appropriate parking areas - Contribute to safe and efficient traffic flow - Provide information and practical assistance to visitors and guests - Collaborate with transport, security, and visitor services #### Equipment, logistics and maintenance Keep things moving Are you organized, practical, and happy to roll up your sleeves? As a volunteer, you will ensure that all necessary equipment is in place, in good working order and where it needs to be before, during and after the World Cup in Narvik. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical and varied work. You are happy to do a bit of carpentry and assembly and lend a hand wherever needed. You take responsibility and keep a good overview. Whenever equipment needs to be collected, delivered, purchased or sorted out quickly, this team is ready to step in. This section often supports others and helps ensure that day-to-day operations run smoothly during the event. - Label, maintain, and store equipment - Transport and setup - Caretaking services - Dismantling, cleanup, and return to storage. ### Arena and safety #### Accreditation Structure, systems and hosting Are you organized, service-minded, and attentive to detail? As a volunteer on the accreditation team, you will help ensure that athletes, officials, members of the press, partners, and guests get a smooth and positive start to the World Cup. You will register participants, verify information, and issue accreditation cards with the appropriate access and role. The team plays an important part in the event’s security and logistics, while also serving as a key point of contact for those arriving at the event. You must be over 18 and comfortable using basic IT systems. You will receive the necessary training and work closely with the rest of the accreditation team. - Register and accredit participants, press, volunteers, and other accredited personnel - Verify information and access levels - Produce and issue accreditation cards - Provide guidance and help ensure a smooth arrival process - Verify information and follow up on the necessary security clearances conducted by the police. #### Accreditation check The right person in the right place Are you clear, observant, and comfortable taking responsibility? As a volunteer on the accreditation control team, you will help ensure safety, order, and a smooth flow at the venues during the World Cup. You will check accreditations at entrances and access points, ensuring that people only enter the areas they are authorized to access. The role involves frequent interaction with athletes, officials, members of the press, and other accredited guests, and is ideal for someone who is service-minded, confident, and professional when dealing with people. - Check accreditations at venues and access points - Ensure that people have access to the correct zones - Help ensure safety, order, and smooth operations throughout the event area - Collaborate with security, spectator services, and the sports organization #### Security and guarding Security at every stage Are you calm, observant, and confident when interacting with people? As a volunteer on the security team, you will help ensure that the World Cup is conducted safely, smoothly, and professionally for athletes, spectators, officials, and everyone else involved. You will maintain a visible presence in the event area, monitor what is happening, and help ensure smooth and safe operations. This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, responsible, and comfortable serving as a calm point of contact when needed. - Help ensure the event is carried out safely and securely - Mobile and stationary security services in the event area - Serve as a visible and accessible point of contact for the public and participants - Help ensure smooth operations, order, and a pleasant atmosphere at the event venue - Key contributor to the event's goal of zero harm to people, property, and the environment #### Waste and recycling group Help us make a difference Do you like rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in where the action is? Join the team that keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes! The waste and recycling team makes sure the event stays clean, welcoming, and environmentally friendly throughout the day. This is a great opportunity to make a visible contribution, meet new people, and help create a successful event. - Reduce plastic consumption and facilitate waste sorting and proper waste management at the venue. - One specific way to make the event a little better. - Fresh air, a little exercise, and plenty of pleasant encounters. - Protect the environment and help ensure white snow for the future. #### Arena design and logistics Build the framework around the competition Are you practical, solution-oriented, and someone who enjoys making things work? As a volunteer on the venue design and logistics team, you will help ensure that the finish area and surrounding venue are safe, functional, and ready for use by athletes, spectators, the press, officials, and partners. You will help ensure that everything from tents, grandstands and signage to transport, deliveries and temporary infrastructure is positioned, set up and functioning as it should. The team works closely with suppliers and event management and plays a key role in setting up, running and dismantling the event. - Contribute to the development and operation of the target area - Ensure good logistics, signage, and zoning - Coordinate deliveries, access, and practical arrangements - Resolve challenges along the way and help ensure safe execution #### Radio and communications The communication that keeps the event running Are you organized, service-minded, and good at keeping things in order? As part of the radio and communications team, you will help ensure that volunteers, section leaders, and key personnel can communicate effectively throughout the World Cup. You are responsible for distributing, collecting and managing communications equipment, ensuring that the radios are correctly programmed, charged and ready for use. The section plays an important role in the event’s operations by ensuring that communication works when it matters most. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, practical, and enjoys helping others find effective solutions. - Prepare, program, and distribute communications equipment - Ensure that radios, batteries, and accessories are ready for use - Provide user support and practical assistance to officials and managers - Collect, inspect, and follow up on equipment after use ### Ceremony and culture #### Ceremony and side event A formal and professional setting for the event Are you organized, service-minded, and do you thrive when things happen in the right place at the right time? Ceremonies and side events ensure that the big moments during the World Cup get the setting they deserve. As a volunteer, you will help deliver the award ceremonies, assisting with everything from preparing the podium to coordinating with athletes and presenters. You will be part of the team that ensures the ceremonies are carried out professionally and smoothly, with the sense of occasion the event deserves. Groups may also assist with other side events if any are planned. - Assist with conducting award ceremonies - Ensure smooth operations and coordination around the ceremonies - Prepare prizes, flowers, and other ceremony equipment - Follow up with performers and presenters before and during the award ceremonies - Get up close to some of the event's biggest moments ### Press, media and communications #### Press and media services Hosting the world's press and media Are you service-minded, fluent in Norwegian and English, and comfortable working with people? As a press and media services volunteer, you will help ensure that journalists, photographers, and media organizations have a professional and positive experience during the World Cup in Narvik. You will be part of the team hosting national and international media, providing information and practical assistance at the media centre and finish area. You will help bring the World Cup in Narvik to audiences around the world. This role is ideal for someone who stays calm in a fast-paced environment and enjoys providing excellent service. - Hosting national and international press - Provide information and practical support in the media center - Provide facilities for the press, photographers, and commentators #### Social media Tell the story of the World Cup Are you creative, curious, and eager to be where the action is? As part of the social media team, you will help showcase the World Cup in Narvik to audiences both at the venue and across digital channels. You will create content from competitions, training sessions, side events, and behind-the-scenes activities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking photos and videos, keeps up with social media trends, and has a good understanding of what engages different audiences. You will work closely with athletes, spectators, volunteers, and the event organization to capture the best moments throughout the event. - Create content for the event's social media channels - Take photos and film competitions, spectators, and behind-the-scenes activities - Stay on top of trends and contribute creative content ideas - Help capture and share experiences and moments throughout the event #### Photo and video Capture the moments that last Are you creative, observant, and passionate about telling stories through photography and film? As part of the photo and video team, you will help document the World Cup in Narvik, capturing both the major sporting moments and everything that happens behind the scenes. You will produce photo and video content for use on social media, websites, in marketing, and in future promotion of the event. This role is ideal for someone who likes to be where the action is, has an eye for compelling shots, and understands how powerful images and videos can convey atmosphere, achievements, and experiences. The team follows the event closely throughout the week, capturing content that can inspire audiences, partners, volunteers, and future participants. - Photograph and film competitions, spectators, and life behind the scenes - Produce content for marketing, websites, and social media - Document the event for future use and promotion - Capture moments, emotions, and stories that reveal more than the results alone #### PR and storytelling Tell the stories from within Do you enjoy writing, have a curiosity about people, and a knack for finding a good story? As part of the PR and storytelling team, you will help share the experiences, people, and moments that make the World Cup in Narvik more than just a skiing competition. You will produce content for websites, news articles, press releases, interviews, and other communication channels. This role is ideal for someone with strong writing skills who enjoys talking to people and knows how to uncover stories that engage audiences, the media, partners, and volunteers. The team follows the event closely, sharing both the major sporting moments and the stories unfolding behind the scenes. - Write articles, news stories, and press releases - Interview athletes, volunteers, partners, and other stakeholders - Share stories from competitions and life behind the scenes - Contribute to content for websites and other communication channels ## More than a security guard Official volunteer apparel from N29 Narvik ## What happens? - Tell us when you're available and what you'd like to do. · Register your interest - You will hear from us within two weeks after signing up. · We'll find a role for you - Meet the team and pick up your clothing before race weekend. · Training and clothing - Late March or early April 2028 · Race weekend ## Before you sign up ### How old do I have to be? You must be at least 16 years old. Some roles, including ground operations and transportation, require you to be 18. ### I live outside Narvik. Will accommodation be provided? We have a limited number of beds available for volunteers traveling from far away. Let us know when you sign up, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you. ### Can I volunteer together with my friends or club? Yes. Include the names when registering, and we’ll try to put you on the same team whenever possible. Clubs can also reach out to our volunteer manager to find the best way to register. ### Do I need to know Norwegian? No. Many roles work perfectly well in English, and some roles involving international guests require it. ### Do I have to attend both days? Yes, you must attend both days of the event. Most roles also include a short planning and training session the week before. - **Head of Volunteering**: Linn Baarlid, Frivilligsjef · linn@narvik2029.no - [Join us](https://www.n29.no/en/become-a-volunteer.md) · Registration coming soon · Volunteers make the World Cup happen, both on the slopes and in the city. Join us in 2027 and stay on the team all the way through to 2029. --- Source: https://www.n29.no/en/become-a-volunteer