Volunteer Recruitment

The Competition Venue Operations team works directly at the heart of the action on X Games competition venues. The team’s role is to ensure that competition areas remain operational and that events run smoothly throughout the entire event. Work takes place at the venues in close cooperation with the competition organization.

This role requires good skiing or snowboarding skills, as volunteers work on competition slopes and in the immediate vicinity of the venues. Tasks may vary depending on the day and the needs of each competition area, so a flexible and proactiveattitude is essential. We also value initiative, responsibility, and the ability to work in changing weather conditions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to get close to the world’s best riders and experience the competitions from a perspective that very few people ever see. If you feel at home on the slopes and want to be part of the pulse of X Games, this role is for you!

(Team Services, Accreditation Services, Media Services)

The Event Office is the nerve center of X Games Ruka, where key interactions and day-to-day event operations are managed from start to finish. Volunteers work with teams, media representatives, partners, staff members and other eventstakeholders to ensure everyone receives the information, services and access credentials they need.

Tasks may include processing accreditations, distributing credentials, assisting participants, supporting teams with practical matters and providing support for media services. Every day is different, and situations change quickly in the fast-pacedenvironment of an international world-class event.

This role is ideal for service-minded, organized and proactive people who enjoy working with others and thrive in a dynamic environment. Good English skills are important for this role. Previous event experience is not required, as the right attitudematters most.

The Event Office offers a unique opportunity to see how a world-class event operates behind the scenes. You’ll work at the heart of the event, meet people from around the world and become part of the team that keeps X Games moving.

In this role, you’ll become part of the X Games Ruka experience beyond the competition venues and meet event guests from the front row. The team helps ensure that artists, VIP guests, partners and visitors to the X Fest area have a positive and memorable event experience.

Tasks include welcoming, assisting and guiding guests, as well as a variety of practical customer service responsibilities around the event site. Duties may also include supporting artist and VIP areas and helping transport and move equipment, materials and supplies as needed. The team plays an important role in creating the atmosphere and overall guest experience.

This role is ideal for outgoing, proactive and service-oriented people who enjoy interacting with others. Strong English language skills are an advantage. Previous experience in events or customer service is helpful, but a positive attitude and willingness to get involved are what matter most.

As part of this team, you’ll be among the most visible faces of the event and help create memorable experiences for spectators, artists and international guests alike. If you enjoy meeting people and thrive in a fast-paced event environment, thisrole is for you.

Event Visibility Services helps ensure that X Games Ruka looks exactly the way a world-class event should. The team’s work is visible throughout the event site, from competition venues to public areas, and plays an important role in deliveringboth a cohesive event appearance and visibility for event partners.

Tasks include installing, maintaining, moving and dismantling banners, signage, advertising elements and other visibility materials. Work takes place before, during and after the event. Daily responsibilities vary according to operational needs, soflexibility and a hands-on attitude are important.

This role is ideal for practical people who enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind physical work. Previous experience in construction or event production is beneficial but not required. What matters most is attention to detail, initiative and a commitment to quality work as part of a team.

As part of Event Visibility Services, you’ll get a close-up view of how an international event is built piece by piece. Your work will be seen across the event site, in international broadcasts and throughout event photography and video content. You’llhelp create the environment where the world’s best riders, artists, spectators and partners come together as part of the X Games experience.

Technical Services helps ensure that X Games Ruka looks, sounds and operates exactly as a world-class event should. Working behind the scenes, the team supports different areas of the event and helps ensure everything functions as plannedacross competition and event areas.

Tasks may include construction, installation, maintenance and dismantling work, as well as assisting other parts of the event organization. Responsibilities may relate to competition venues, event area operations or other technical event functions. Some roles may also include practical tasks related to the event’s IT and communications systems. Responsibilities vary according to skills, interests and operational needs.

This role is ideal for people interested in technology, event production or solving technical challenges. We value initiative, attention to detail, a practical mindset and the ability to work as part of a team. Previous experience in event technology is beneficial, but a willingness to learn and contribute is most important.

As part of Technical Services, you’ll get an inside look at how an international event is built behind the scenes. While the work isn’t always visible to spectators, its impact can be seen in every successful competition, memorable event experience, production and broadcast.

Event Site Construction helps create the stage for X Games Ruka long before the first competition begins. This team builds key event structures that allow spectators, athletes and partners to move around safely and enjoy the event experience.

Tasks include assembling, relocating, maintaining and dismantling fences, gates, tents and other event infrastructure. Work takes place primarily before the event, but also during and after the competitions. The work is varied and offers a uniqueopportunity to see how a world-class event is built step by step.

This role is ideal for hands-on people who enjoy physical work and spending time outdoors. Previous experience in construction or event production is beneficial, but what matters most is a positive attitude, initiative and a willingness to work as part of a team.

The results of your work will be visible throughout the entire event site. You’ll help build the environment where the world’s best riders compete, spectators gather and X Games comes to life. In this role, you’ll see firsthand how an event is transformed from an empty site into a fully operational competition venue.

(Ticketing, Access Control, Guest Guidance, Traffic & Parking)

First impressions begin before guests even enter the gates. Guest Services volunteers are often the first and only personal interaction visitors have with X Games Ruka. The team’s role is to ensure that every guest’s experience begins smoothly, safely and with a positive atmosphere.

Volunteers work in parking areas, traffic management, venue entrances, access points and spectator areas, helping guests and ensuring smooth operations throughout the event site. Tasks may include traffic and parking management, ticket salesand ticket scanning, access control, guest guidance and general event operations. Guest Services also helps maintain the cleanliness and overall appearance of the event area. You’ll meet visitors from Finland and around the world while playing an important part in their event experience.

This role is ideal for service-minded, responsible and active people who enjoy working with others and are comfortable taking the lead when needed. Friendliness, good judgment and a positive attitude are key. Some positions require a validsecurity steward license, while many others do not.

In this role, you’ll help create the first impression of X Games and contribute to the smooth operation of a world-class event. You’ll welcome guests, help them find their way and ensure that every X Games experience begins with a smile.

The Transportation team keeps X Games Ruka moving. In an international event, people, equipment and services are constantly on the move, and the team ensures everything arrives where it needs to be and when it needs to be there.

Tasks may include transporting athletes, artists, media representatives, VIP guests and event staff, as well as moving equipment and event materials. Every day is different, and the role provides a unique opportunity to experience the event frommultiple perspectives, including competition venues, accommodation sites and transportation routes.

This role is ideal for responsible, service-minded and proactive people who enjoy working with others and can remain dependable in fast-moving situations. Driver positions require a valid driver’s license. Local area knowledge is an advantage.

As part of Transportation Services, you’ll meet international event stars, work behind the scenes and become an important part of the operation that keeps X Games running smoothly.

First Aid & Medical Services helps ensure that X Games Ruka 2027 is a safe experience for athletes, spectators and event staff alike. The team operates as part of the event’s safety organization and is ready to assist whenever first aid or medicalassessment is required.

Tasks include working at first aid stations, assessing care needs and assisting in a variety of first aid situations in cooperation with the rest of the medical team. The role offers diverse experiences in an international event environment and theopportunity to work alongside experienced professionals.

This role requires valid first aid training (minimum FA1 or equivalent; FA2 is considered an advantage) as well as a responsible and calm approach. We value strong communication skills, initiative and the ability to perform effectively in changingsituations. English language skills are beneficial.

As part of First Aid & Medical Services, you’ll work at the heart of an international sports and entertainment event. This is a unique opportunity to combine your first aid skills with event operations while contributing to a world-class X Gamesexperience.

X Crew is the most versatile team at the event and offers a true behind-the-scenes view of X Games Ruka. Volunteers help wherever support is needed and get to experience the event from many different angles, from competition venues and guest services to various operational areas.

Tasks vary according to the event’s needs, meaning no two days are necessarily the same. X Crew supports other event teams in a wide range of practical duties and helps ensure that the event runs smoothly from start to finish.

This role is ideal for proactive and flexible people who enjoy varied responsibilities, take initiative and adapt quickly to new situations.

X Crew offers a unique opportunity to experience X Games Ruka from every angle. If you want to experience as much of the event as possible and be where things happen, this is the role for you.