Work for Water

Great Careers for a Great Cause

Welcome to Work for Water! It’s the place where students and job seekers can explore green careers, and utilities will find a clearinghouse of resources for recruiting in the wonderful world of water. Developed by the American Water Works Association and Water Environment Federation, the world’s leading technical experts on drinking water and water quality, this site is packed with resources to find jobs or prepare for rewarding careers in protecting public health and the environment. Learn about what it takes to work for water and get a great job for a great cause!

Video provided by U.S. EPA in partnership with Work for Water

Young Professionals

See what the young professionals are doing at AWWA and WEF

Find a Job

AWWA Career Center

WEF Job Bank

What You Need to Work for Water

This detailed model from U.S. EPA, developed with assistance from AWWA and WEF, describes the skills and training needed for the broad range of water related jobs at all levels.

Resources for Water Professionals

Utilities will find a wealth of information on building and maintaining a workforce of water professionals. Here you’ll find resources on recruitment, retention, training, management strategies, and a toolkit to help in recruiting.