The World Cup – volunteer deadline extended due to high demand

There are lots of volunteering opportunities at next year’s Rugby League World Cup

It’s not too late to register your interest in joining the Rugby World Cup 2013 volunteer programme if you’d like to be part of the tournament next year. RLWC2013 announced that the deadline for the expression of interest to become a volunteer has been extended until 31 August 2012.

They are looking for 500 volunteers to work in various roles in all of the host communities. Organisers have seen unprecedented demand for information on the volunteer roles and want to allow additional time, so those that have not already done so can get a chance to put their names forward.

RLWC2013 Operations Director Jon Dutton, said: “The feel good factor from London 2012 has been huge and without a doubt the Games Makers are real stars. We want to ensure that people who have missed out on the Olympic and Paralympic Games or who have been unable to volunteer are given a chance to do so for the next global sporting event in their home town or city. We have some great opportunities for people to be involved in RLWC2013 and we have been extremely impressed by the volume of interest at the first stage of the process.”

In September this year everyone who has registered will receive an application pack containing details of the 18 unique volunteer roles. The pack will also outline the process and the benefits package available to successful volunteers.

To be a volunteer you must be over the age of 18 as at midnight on July 1 2013.

However, applications are open to under 18’s for special field of play opportunities.

Anyone interested in volunteering can either email info@rlwc2013.com or alternatively call 0844 887 1750 for details.

Rochdale will host Fiji’s Group A match against Ireland in October 2013 and Fiji will be Rochdale’s adopted nation during the tournament. Tickets go on general sale on Friday October 26 2012, a year before the opening ceremony at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff.