Join a project

PlantGENE Teams and Volunteer Opportunities are open to members and offer a chance to collaborate on various projects and events.

Different projects require various skills, experience, technical knowledge, and time commitment so there is something for everyone!

If you are interested in being a PlantGENE volunteer, complete this form.


PlantGENE initiatives promote research, training and knowledge-sharing.

Map of ongoing initiatives

PlantGENE Teams

Teams are collaborative groups working on short or long-term projects.

Each project can be led by a PlantGENE member volunteer, Project Coordinator Aimee Malzahn, or a Steering Committee Member. The Team will work together to achieve the project goals.

Volunteers can request to join a team by filling out a short form.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering opportunities are short-term projects or event volunteering.

Volunteers have the option to co-lead projects and events with a Steering Committee member. Organization is supported by the Project Coordinator.