Volunteer FAQs
Why volunteer?
- Make key contacts within the project management community
- Expand your professional network
- New challenges will improve your skills
- Learn new skills in a safe, welcoming environment
- Show your passion & commitment for the profession and the community
- Impress hiring managers; they value volunteer experience.
- Learn new project management skills
- Polish skills you already have, such as leadership, speaking, writing and others
- Earn PDUs! One volunteer hour equals one PDU
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Have fun working with inspiring, exhilarating team members
How do I get started?
- Check out our current opportunities.
- PSPMI uses the VRMS system located on the PMI global website. This system allows the volunteer to create and maintain their volunteer profile and service history and search for volunteer opportunities and apply.
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If you don’t see something that interests you, contact our Membership Department at [email protected].
Can I earn PDU’s?
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Yes! You can obtain PDUs while volunteering. Members are responsible for reporting volunteer activities to PMI
How much time is involved?
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Volunteer opportunities range from short-term commitments of a few hours to long-term team lead roles. For example, the volunteers at the registration tables before the Chapter events are on duty for a few hours, while members of the Board of Directors make a two-year-long commitment. The Chapter has many opportunities available. Whatever your skills or schedule, we’ll find a way to use your talents!
Is there an agreement I need to sign?
- Yes, all volunteers are required to sign our Volunteer Agreement. You can review the agreement here before signing up.
- This agreement outlines our expectations, code of conduct, your rights and responsibilities as a volunteer, as well as important legal and administrative matters.
- You'll be asked to sign this agreement as part of the onboarding process once you've been selected for a volunteer role.

