By Libby Rainey for LAist
Originally published on July 14, 2026
The 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Los Angeles are officially two years away, and applications are now open to volunteer at the Games.
Organizers are seeking 60,000 people for roles like providing translation or guiding guests and athletes. They want volunteers for job categories including communications, driving, ceremonies and technology.
The bulk of volunteer positions will be in Los Angeles, with some opportunities in Oklahoma City, which will host a handful of competitions, and the Olympic soccer tournament sites, too.
Volunteering presents a potential way for some locals who balked at high ticket prices to participate in the summer Games, but they’re a substantial commitment. Volunteers need to be available for 10 eight-hour shifts during either the Olympics or Paralympics if they want to participate.
A large volunteer program is a regular facet of the Olympics. In 1984, the last time L.A. hosted, nearly 29,000 people volunteered during the event.
To volunteer this time around, applicants need to be at least 18 years old and be proficient in English. Volunteers don’t need to be local to Los Angeles or live in the U.S.
The first step is applying through LA28. Selected applicants will then have a chance to be interviewed in person in Los Angeles or online.
The 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Los Angeles are officially two years away, and applications are now open to volunteer at the Games.
Organizers are seeking 60,000 people for roles like providing translation or guiding guests and athletes. They want volunteers for job categories including communications, driving, ceremonies and technology.
The bulk of volunteer positions will be in Los Angeles, with some opportunities in Oklahoma City, which will host a handful of competitions, and the Olympic soccer tournament sites, too.
Volunteering presents a potential way for some locals who balked at high ticket prices to participate in the summer Games, but they’re a substantial commitment. Volunteers need to be available for 10 eight-hour shifts during either the Olympics or Paralympics if they want to participate.
A large volunteer program is a regular facet of the Olympics. In 1984, the last time L.A. hosted, nearly 29,000 people volunteered during the event.
To volunteer this time around, applicants need to be at least 18 years old and be proficient in English. Volunteers don’t need to be local to Los Angeles or live in the U.S.
The first step is applying through LA28. Selected applicants will then have a chance to be interviewed in person in Los Angeles or online.
