YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SCHOLARSHIPS
2025 New Hampshire Water Works Association YP Operator Certification Award
Applications for the 2025 scholarship are now available!
The New Hampshire Water Works Association Young Professionals Committee intends to award an Operator Certification Award on an annual basis to a student entering or working in the public drinking water sector as a NH-certified Operator. Students must graduate with a high school degree or GED by June 2024 with the stated intention of working in the NH public drinking water community.
NHWWA YP Operator Certification Award – $2,000 value in NHWWA-sponsored educational classes, training and industry networking events, and conferences, including textbooks and manuals required for the offered classes. Examples of classes include Drinking Water System Operator Basics, Grade 1A Small System Water Operators, Basic Water Works Math; and Exam Prep Course (Training Schedule & Registration). The award term is two (2) years to balance academic requirements and NHWWA training opportunities. Award recipients will also receive a free, two (2) year membership with NHWWA. The awardee shall contact studentoutreach@nhwwa.org to make purchases through NHWWA for books, registrations, etc., and with any questions regarding this scholarship.
The 2024 Operator Certification Award Winner has been selected!
Congratulations to the winner of the 2024 Operator Certification Award, Jacob Madore from Rye Water District! Jacob began his journey in the water industry in 2022. Jacob responded, “Thank you so much to all that helped make these scholarships possible. I have loved my career as a water operator so far and am excited to see what the future holds as I keep working towards my goals in this industry.” We’re proud of Jacob’s dedication and look forward to seeing his continued success!
Water Managers School Scholarships – NHWWA offers two (2) tuition scholarships for this fantastic mid-level and advancing manager educational opportunity. The Water Managers School is offered every other year, with the next session starting in 2025. Scholarship and class applications are due fall 2024.
To apply for a scholarship, please send an email with the following information, and the words “Water Managers School Application” with your name in the email subject line, to NHWWA Young Professionals yp@nhwwa.org:
- Name and age
- Water System
- Current position
- Where do you want to take your career (500 words max.)
Scholarship applications are due within one week (7 calendar days) from your acceptance to the Water Managers School. Half of the award will be made upon documentation that the candidate has been accepted, and half will be awarded upon documentation that the candidate has successfully completed the program. Click here to learn more about the Water Managers School.
