The SPIE community represents a wide range of expertise spanning every facet of the science of light, and includes well-established and recognized leaders in the field from academia, government, and industry. Sharing this knowledge by volunteering with the Society is the true engine of SPIE. Help the continued growth of optics and photonics by volunteering your time and skills with us.
Advocacy
Get involved in the legislative process and help shape U.S. technology policy. Volunteer to make congressional visits, be part of export control working groups, or work with the National Photonics Initiative.
The collective talents of our Members make SPIE a powerful force in the scientific community. Join an SPIE Committee and develop strategic policy for the Society, and make recommendations to the Board of Directors.
Share your knowledge and experience with the optics and photonics community by writing for SPIE. Write an article for Photonics Focus or SPIE Newsroom, or consider publishing with SPIE Press.
SPIE develops resources to bring optics and photonics to the general public. Help translate outreach materials into different languages so that our posters, outreach kits, and lesson plans are accessible around the world.
