Minimum requirements for all Trailblazers will include:

  • Anyone over 18.
  • Basic computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Good written and verbal English skills.
  • Experience of working within a team environment.
  • Commitment to volunteer one day a week.
  • Eligibility to work as a volunteer within the UK in accordance with immigration rules.

What will the volunteers be doing?

Volunteers on the Trailblazer programme will undertake a variety of roles, including:

  • Data entry support.
  • Administration support to functional areas.
  • Helping with the organisation of activities and events such as forums, seminars, meetings and conferences.
  • Undertaking other duties appropriate to the role and needs of LOCOG.

How will each volunteer benefit from this experience?

Volunteers will benefit from making a difference to the London 2012 Games and will be part of something that is unique to London over the next four years. In addition, volunteers will:

  • Meet other people.
  • Enjoy being part of a team.
  • Gain valuable experience.
  • Learn or develop new skills.

How LOCOG will benefit?

There a number of benefits of having Trailblazers at LOCOG. Among these:

  • LOCOG staff will gain experience of working alongside a team of volunteers.
  • Functional areas will receive additional administrative support as required.

Further information

For further information, please download the Trailblazers brochure

Adobe Acrobat Document Trailblazers brochure (PDF 0.5MB, opens in new window)

or contact either of the following:

Claire Alina
Email: Claire.Alina@London2012.com
Telephone: 0203 2012 391

Paul Modley
Email: Paul.Modley@London2012.com
Telephone: 0203 2012 402