Students and Young Professionals
WEF’s programs, resources, and networking give students and young professionals the keys to launch and develop a successful career in the water sector
Program and Opportunities for Students & Young Professionals
Community Service Project
Since 2008, the WEF Community Service Project has made a significant impact on several WEFTEC host cities.
Outstanding Young Water Environment Professional Award
This award is presented for significant contributions to the Water Environment Federation and to the wastewater collection and treatment sector.
Student Design Competition
The WEF Student Design Competition promotes real-world design experience for students interested in pursuing education and careers in water and wastewater engineering and science.
YP Summit
The WEF/AWWA Young Professionals (YP) Summit is the premier water and wastewater industry workshop for young professionals.
Springboard
The WEF YP Springboard Program provides travel expense assistance for the selected YPs to attend the Winter Meeting.
WEF Canham Graduate Studies Scholarship
This scholarship provides $25,000 for a post-baccalaureate student in the water environment field. The scholarship is for education related expenses.
Mentorship Program
The purpose of this program is to provide rising WEF members with an avenue to connect with leaders outside of their own organization to discuss growth in both career and personal development.
Water Palooza
Water Palooza brings together water-conscious organizations and companies to educate elementary school students about the value of water through hands-on and demonstrative activities.
Stockholm Junior Water Prize
Held since 1997, the SJWP is the world's most prestigious award presented to a high school student for a water-research project.
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STUDENTS AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COMMUNITY
This community encourages and facilitates student and YP involvement in WEF and Member Associations through professional development and leadership opportunities. The SYPC is made up of students, young professionals, academics, and water quality professionals.
More about the SYP CommunitySTUDENT CHAPTERS
WEF Student Chapters are professional organizations based at colleges and universities for students with an interest in the environment or becoming more active in the water sector.
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