Students & Young Professionals

Students & Young Professionals

You are the future of the water industry!

AWWA student and young professional members engage in programs, utilize resources, and connect with other water professionals through Association opportunities, as well as through their local Section, which helps them cultivate a successful career in water.

YP Summit


Student Mentorship Program

Join AWWA in this all-new experience where students and industry leaders are paired to take engagement integration one step further within the community that AWWA is.  Now students have the opportunity to build a relationship with a water industry expert while exploring careers in water and association engagement.

Apply Today!
Fall Semester Applications Close August 19.

Commitment:

Students & Mentors are paired at the beginning of each session with the intention to accomplish a set goal that they set as a team.  Whether that goal is to learn more about various careers in water, improve upon a skill, figure out what skill you want to add to your resume, further your knowledge about a particular topic in water, or whatever, you will meet at least once a month to gain guidance from you mentor to accomplish that goal.

Requirements:

  • Must be an active student from a University/College/Community College
  • Must be an AWWA Student Member by the beginning of the program

Not an AWWA Student Member? Sign up here.


Become a Member Today!

AWWA has memberships designed to support future and emerging water leaders. We provide members with knowledge, access to the industry, and a great peer network to empower the future of the water industry.

Become a Student Member Become a YP Member

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Email Newsletters

The newsletters are distributed bi-monthly to inform student & young professionals on upcoming events, activities, and relevant topics of interest. Read the Newsletters:

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ACE24 Fresh Ideas Poster Competition

Congratulations to the 2024 Winners!
1st Place: Hatice Yildirim, South Carolina Section

2nd Place: Kalani De Silva, Ontario Section

3rd Place: Deandrah Cameron, New Jersey Section

2023 WaterSmart Innovations Student Poster Competition

Congratulations to the 2023 Winners!
1st Place: Karem Meza
2nd Place: Salma Elsherif
3rd Place: Gabson Baguma

2023 WQTC Student Poster Competition

Congratulations to the 2023 Winners!
Presentation Winner: Kathryn Lopez
Poster Winners:
1st Place: Laura Meteer
2nd Place: Erin Bereyso
3rd Place: Mohammad Mozaffari