Young Professionals & Students

The WEAT Mentoring Program is open to all levels of experience and provides for:

• personal and professional development
• getting connected, staying informed and being part of a professional community
• opportunity to share experiences and insights

Mentees can be young professionals or mid-career professionals seeking a support system for success and an accelerator for professional development! Mentors can range from young professionals willing to mentor college seniors to experienced professionals with decades of experience to offer.

WEAT and WEF Young Professionals seek to host and promote professional development events to unlock opportunities for those new or newer to the industry to participate in WEAT events and become part of the WEAT team. There is an emphasis on professional growth and community service through networking, technical, and community service events.

WEF Student Memberships offer prospective members of the clean water sector a chance to enjoy member benefits at a reduced rate. Click the button below for more information about WEF Student Memberships.

Interested in participating in the Student Design Competition of Texas Water 2027? Check back soon for the official competition prompt and more information

Competing students will have the opportunity to present to other professionals in our industry and develop their technical and leadership skills. Additionally, the competition provides a means for students to distinguish themselves in an increasingly competitive job market. Each team will be paired with a mentor who works in the industry and will be a great resource for the students to talk through their designs. Official entry forms will be submitted in the fall of 2026.

The WEAT/WEF InFLOW, Introducing Future Leaders to Opportunities in Water, is a program to enhance diversity and inclusion in the water workforce. Overall, the InFLOW program for students aims to provide students with the skills, experience, and connections they need to succeed in their chosen field after graduation. Additional information can be found at www.weat.org/inflow

Part of InFLOW takes place at Texas Water with the InFLOW Panel, an opportunity to have small and meaningful conversations with program supporters, mentors, and future employers, and tours around the exhibit hall.

We are looking for organizations like yours to join us as a sponsor to support outreach to diverse groups of up-and-coming professionals as we encourage and help prepare them for future water careers. The program is designed to help students gain practical skills and experience in our industry while connecting them with potential employers. Our sponsors have multiple opportunities to be recognized as part of our year-long InFLOW Program. Consider sponsoring to grow our future leaders in Water!