Student Resources

Scholarships

Are you planning on joining the water industry, or currently studying something water-related? Check out these scholarships and see if you're eligible.

CA Water Jobs - $1000 to $25000. A list of six water-related scholarships for students (trade tech, undergraduate, or graduate). Application deadlines vary as each scholarship is offered by a different organization.
Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) - $2500 to $10000. Undergraduate, graduate, and fellowship scholarships. The undergraduate scholarships are all due by March 1st.
American Water Works Association (AWWA) - $5000 to $30000 scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students (and operators). Scholarship applications are due December 19th.

Jobs/Internships

If you're looking for a post-graduation job or an internship, the following are great resources to check out.

CA Water Jobs - Entry-level to senior water industry jobs for engineers, lab techs, operators, distribution workers, and more. Only for jobs in California.
American Water Works Association (AWWA) - Entry-level to senior water industry jobs across the US.

Our meetings with guest speakers are a great way to make an industry connection and learn about internship opportunities. We also schedule water/wastewater treatment tours around the SLO area, which can be a great way to connect with potential employers. We'll try to keep this website updated with internship opportunities as we come across them.

ConfluenceES - Water Resource Intern in Los Osos, CA. Currently looking for students in a program for a bachelor's degree in engineering or science-related field.