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If you haven’t looked at the two-page flyer, ‘What is the Water Environment Industry?’ you should take a few moments to do so now.

Water environment careers include a wide range of interests and abilities:  scientific, social, mechanical, and political to name a few. Career preparations also vary greatly from high school education to post-graduate degrees. Consider some of the options listed on the Meet a Water Professional page or the Explore Career Paths page.

Why Water?

When you work for water, you work for the health of your community and the environment. Water is essential to every community and ecosystem; therefore you can find well-paying, stable water jobs almost anywhere. 

The water industry needs you! There is a growing demand for jobs in the environmental field. (1 out of 3 water professionals are currently eligible for retirement). These positions offer you a chance at a “green” career with a purpose that makes a difference in the health and well-being of your community.

You don’t have to be a math or science whiz to join the industry that; 

• Preserves Public Health,
• Provides Fire Protection,
• Protects the environment,
• Stimulates economic development, and
• Creates recreational opportunities!

Set your sights on a career in the WATER ENVIRONMENT FIELD.

This is a growth field with unlimited potential!

Helpful Information

    Career Tools

    College Programs in Michigan with a water focus   

    Water Career Profile (Quiz)  

    Job Seeking Tips

    Scholarship Information 
        
        From the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA)
        Scholarships

        From Michigan Section – American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA)
        Scholarships

        From Michigan Section – American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA)
        Fellowships  

        From the Water Environment Federation (WEF)
        Graduate Students


Community College (2 year) and/or Credential Program Graduates: Upper level entry to mid-level positions (e.g., lead plant operator, laboratory analyst, and lead maintenance mechanic) typically require a minimum of a 2 year degree in general science (e.g. chemistry, biology, microbiology) or industrial arts (e.g. machine repair, civil/electrical technology, computer science and instrumentation).  Persons that have successfully completed a water or wastewater credential program generally have improved opportunities for job placement and advancement.  The following are hyperlinks to educational institutions or professional organizations that offer 2-year degrees or credential programs with a water environment focus:    
 
Broad-based 4-year degrees:  Advanced professional level and managerial positions (e.g. plant manager, chemist, environmental engineer, director of public works) typically require a 4-yr degree.  The following are hyperlinks to educational institutions or professional organizations that offer 4-year degrees or credential programs with a water environment focus:    
 
Job Banks

H₂OMich.org does not maintain the information contained in these links and therefore cannot guarantee how up to date all information is.

From the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA)
Employment Opportunities  

From Michigan Section – American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA)
Career Center

From Michigan Rural Water Association (MRWA)
Careers
 
From Water Environment Federation (WEF)
Job Bank  

From Michigan Municipal League (MML)
Classified Advertising > Public Works  

From State Of Michigan MiTalent - Pure Michigan Talent Connect 
Job Search