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Join the RECF

Join the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation team to help inspire and motivate students to excel in STEM education! In addition to operating and supporting competitions for some of the world’s leading robotics platforms and organizations, the RECF also provides program support and workshops focused on technology and professional development for educators.
We look forward to meeting you!

RECF Careers

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Our Benefits and Perks

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Benefits and Perks

Full Time Benefits
  • Health Insurance: Benefit from comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. We  contribute to a portion of the insurance premiums, ensuring affordable access to healthcare services
  • Life Insurance: We provide life insurance coverage in the amount of each employee’s salary, offering peace of mind and support during difficult times.
  • Paid Time Off: Earn up to 15 days of paid vacation time over the course of the year to relax, travel, and recharge. Additionally, you’ll receive 5 days of paid sick time annually to prioritize the health of you and your family.
  • Paid Holidays: Celebrate and spend quality time with loved ones with paid holidays throughout the year. This includes an extended Winter Break.
  • Paid Volunteer Days: We support your efforts to give back by offering 3 paid volunteer days annually.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan*: Take advantage of our 401(k) retirement plan, designed to support your long-term financial goals. Upon eligibility, you can benefit from up to a 4% match, helping you save effectively for the future.
Part Time Staff 
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan*: Take advantage of our 401(k) retirement plan, designed to support your long-term financial goals. Upon eligibility, you can benefit from up to a 4% match, helping you save effectively for the future.

* Must meet eligibility requirements.

2025-2026 Signature Event Updates

  1. An Event Partner wanting to apply to host a Signature Event must have hosted events for at least 2 seasons prior to applying. 
  2. Signature Events must use the officially branded award banners for the Excellence Award and Tournament/Teamwork Champions Award.
  3. When hanging field skirts the VEX Robotics logo/brand name can not be covered up on the competition fields.
  4. VEX V5 Robotics Competition Signature Events may have regional capacity and max per organization restrictions lifted 8 weeks before the event if the event is not full (similar to the process already in place for VEX IQ Robotics Competition Signature Events).
  5. Minimum pit size reduced to 8’x 8’ instead of 10’x10’.
  6. Beginning in the 2025-2026 season, the REC Foundation will collect $10 instead of $5 per team registration on all Signature Events. This is to help offset travel costs for REC Foundation staff to support these larger events.

2025-2026 Signature Event Application Reminders

  1. Existing Signature Events only need to complete the Final Application (due by March 31, 2025)
  2. New Signature Event concepts will need to complete the Initial Proposal by January 31, 2025 and if approved, complete the Final Application by March 31, 2025.
Crowd watches the Signature Event in Minnesota's Mall of America
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