Welcome to the Students & Young Professionals Committee

Message from Sarah Perkins…

Welcome to the Students and Young Professionals community at CWEA! Whether you’re a student exploring wastewater careers or a young professional looking to advance in the industry, we’re here to support and guide you on your journey.

GET INVOLVED

Sarah Perkins, SYP Committee Chair 2024-25

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Students and Young Professional Events. Find an event near you.

SYP COMMITTEE UPDATES

CAREER RESOURCES

Jobs Board
Access hundreds of jobs and a fulfilling career in water management. Find out who is hiring near you!
Career Paths
Discover all the different ways a career in water management can work for you. Take control of your future with a new career today.
Mentoring

Gain a valuable connection for life skills, career guidance, and professional growth, all while expanding your network.

Career Advice
CWEA gives you access to an inclusive, collaborative community of professionals that spans roles, career stages, and regions.

STUDENT AND YOUNG PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES

Scholarships
The Kirt Brooks Memorial Water Environment Scholarship is a scholarship for students in or interested in the water environment industry who are members of CWEA or sponsored by a CWEA member.
Annual Conference
Attending the Annual Conference opens doors for networking, education, leadership opportunities, and more.
OWEN Online Training
OWEN provides members with access to timely, relevant training and certification preparation classes that can help you excel throughout your career.
SYP Community
Join the the SYP Community and stay connected with members. Facilitate discussions, promote upcoming group events, and access an archive of essential group documents.