Become a Volunteer
Join the team behind health.tech global summit 2027
Be part of the team making Europe's leading health tech summits happen. Work alongside founders, investors, healthcare leaders, and innovators, gain exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, and build connections that can shape your future.
- Attend the summit for free while gaining valuable hands-on event experience.
- Expand your network with entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and fellow ambitious volunteers.
- Get behind-the-scenes access to the organization of a 6’000+ attendee international conference.
- Open doors to future opportunities through meaningful connections and real-world experience.
Volunteer spots are strictly limited and fill up quickly. Apply early to maximize your chances of joining the team.
Volunteering Tasks
We make sure to match your strengths with the respective work stations so that you can co-shape the event by your skills!
Check in
Welcome attendees and help create a smooth arrival experience. Assist with registration, badge distribution, and answering their questions.
Backstage
Support for speaker’s needs, and be there for the event team behind the scenes. Help ensure sessions run smoothly and everything is in place before speakers go on stage.
Logistics
Keep the event running efficiently by assisting with room setups, signage, materials, and general on-site coordination wherever support is needed.
Catering
Help coordinate in catering areas, assist with food and beverage service, and ensure speakers, partners, and attendees have a great hospitality experience.
Photography & Social Media
Capture the energy of the summit through photos and videos, and help create engaging content for our social media channels during the event.
"This was my second year taking part in health.tech , and it continues to open new doors, from networking with inspiring people to discovering new opportunities. The volunteer community is truly special: supportive, creative, and full of energy. I’ve learned so much through past events, especially about leading a team and organizing under pressure. If you’re looking to grow, connect, and have fun while doing it, I highly recommend joining!"
Insaf | Volunteer
Why Attend?
FAQ's
(Q - 1) What requirements do I have to meet to become a volunteer?
Everyone is welcome! It doesn't matter whether are in the middle of your studies, in between jobs or come from a completely different field. The main thing is that you are over 18 years old and a team player – specific skills or prior experience are not a pre-condition.
Please note that, due to Swiss regulatory requirements, we are unfortunately unable to collaborate with applicants who are not citizens of the EU or EFTA countries (EFTA countries include Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein). In case you already hold a Swiss residency or work permit, the previous does not apply.
Please note that, due to Swiss regulatory requirements, we are unfortunately unable to collaborate with applicants who are not citizens of the EU or EFTA countries (EFTA countries include Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein). In case you already hold a Swiss residency or work permit, the previous does not apply.
(Q - 2) Do I get full access to the entire health.tech global summit?
Yes, outside your volunteering shift you can explore the entire event, join the speeches, afterparty and exhibition area.As a volunteer you will get your event ticket for free – in exchange to your contribution as a volunteer.
(Q - 3) Which kind of time commitment is expected?
Together, we will shape health.tech to an unforgettable event. As a volunteer, you will contribute to this by 12 – 14 hours, distributed over two shifts. So there will be plenty of time to explore the event as a participant.
(Q - 4) Where will I be assigned as a volunteer?
There will be different stations. From social media & photography, backstage, logistics over to check in, and many more. If you have a preferred station or specific skills you’d like to use or develop, let us know — we’ll do our best to match your skills with the adequate station so you get the most out of the experience. At the end of your engagement, you will receive a certificate which you can use for your next job application.
(Q - 5) I am not living in Basel. Do you support with accommodation?
We are very happy when volunteers living outside of Basel area become part of our international volunteer community. We support you in two ways to find places to stay during the event:
- With our vivid volunteer couch surfing group
- by reserving shared flats (limited availability) and offering access to partner hotel rates
However, no travel or accommodation costs for volunteers can be covered.
- With our vivid volunteer couch surfing group
- by reserving shared flats (limited availability) and offering access to partner hotel rates
However, no travel or accommodation costs for volunteers can be covered.
(Q - 6) Is this a paid role?
This is a voluntary role. Volunteers are not employed and do not replace paid positions. The intention is to create an opportunity for learning, networking & experience. Food and drinks are provided free of charge for volunteers during the events.
