WEF Operator Scholarship

The purpose of the WEF Operator Scholarship is to provide funding for individuals seeking water sector operator education, training, or certification to enter the industry or to advance their knowledge, skills, abilities, or license. Awardees may receive up to $5,000 dollars.

Application Requirements

and Criteria:

• Applicant must be an individual seeking an entry-level operator’s license, or an entry or experienced operator seeking professional development in the following areas: o Municipal and industrial treatment o Reuse o Collection and distribution o Stormwater

• Applicant must have completed online application including a brief essay on your experience and career goals.

Applications are open January 15 to March 31.

Awardees must submit cost documentation in their application to receive funds. Applicants who are new to the industry (seeking initial certification or currently have the lowest level of certification in their state) may include WEF membership fees in their documentation costs. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3SOBwtP and intent to work in the water environment field (750 words minimum; 1,000 words maximum).

• Recipients of the scholarship are expected to make a commitment to work in the water environment field for two years following completion of the degree.

Applications are open January 15 to March 31.Online application forms must be completed and submitted along with three letters of reference. Recipient is responsible for taxes due on the award. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3KI7DcC

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