Volunteers who work inside the site must be at least 18 years old, and those outside should be older than 16. There is no upper limit on age.

Volunteers must be in good health and agree to take part in training prior to their service.

Local young people are expected to make up the bulk of the volunteer team, Ma said.

The organizer will also recruit some physically challenged volunteers who have language skills or other abilities, according to Ma.

Volunteers who work inside the Expo site will be used as information consultants, assistant receptionists, aids for physically challenged people, event coordinators, assistant guides, interpreters, media coordinators and management assistants for volunteers.

Those who work in the outside service areas will help with information consultation, translation, emergency rescue and promoting good manners.

The organizer will provide volunteers with insurance, uniforms, equipment and meals. It will not pay for accommodation for those coming in from abroad or other provinces.