Uncovering Hidden Pipelines to a Career in Water

Key Takeaways Current water professionals find value in the essential service their careers support, but finding a job in the water industry can be difficult. Challenges for potential water professionals include a general lack of awareness of opportunities, lengthy hiring processes, and educational requirements. Water industry sectors should invest in outreach initiatives that increase awareness of careers in water—not just in college but also through K–12 education programs. Having an environmental interest, such as in sustainability or conservation, plays a foundational role that guides many toward a career in the water industry.