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The Florida Water Environment Association (FWEA) Students and Young Professionals Committee (SYPC) is excited to announce the first ever FWEA Internship Program. The purpose of this program is to help inform and guide talented individuals to internships with reputable companies, utilities, and organizations within the Florida water industry.
2023 FWEA Internship Form is Open!
Are you interested in working in the Florida water industry this summer? The internship program application is OPEN
Internship pairing will happen on a rolling basis, with the applications closing on April 28, 2023. Answer the application completely and quickly to ensure the best internship pairing opportunities. Review the FAQ and reach out to the SYPC if you have any questions.
Goals of the FWEA Internship Program:
Thank you to the Organizations who have agreed to participate! For more information on internship opportunities with these organizations, click here. Reach out to the committee if you'd like to get in contact with any of these organizations.
Are you an interested Organization?
Although the 2022-2023 organization interest period has closed, fill out the form if your organization is interested in participating in summer 2024. The intention of this form is to gather information from water, wastewater, and environmental industries to provide valuable information for individuals looking for internship positions.
Join the SYPC!
Check out other student and young professional programming and activities on the FWEA Students and Young Professionals Committee webpage. The committee is always looking for new members!
How does the internship program pairing work?
This internship program is facilitated by the FWEA SYPC and allows those interested in an internship in summer 2023 two paths to choose.
Am I guaranteed an intern or placement in an internship?
Although the committee would love to pair all interested participants in an internship, there are no guarantees of placement.
I just submitted my internship interest form, when will I hear back?
You will receive a confirmation email after submitting your interest form. Within two weeks of your submission, someone from the committee will reach out to you directly.
Do I need to be currently enrolled at a university?
Nope. There are no educational requirements to participate in this program. However, it is recommended to be either enrolled in high school or have a high school degree at minimum.
Are there any age restrictions?
It is recommended to be 16 years or older to participate in this program.
Do I need to be a Florida resident?
No. However, it is likely that a participant will be required to provide their own housing, if the position is in-person. The applicant should coordinate with their internship organization if they have any questions.
How long will the internship last?
Duration requirements for an internship will be decided between the individual and organization. The organization and individual should coordinate on start and end-dates, time expectations, and type of work (in-person, hybrid, remote).
Still have questions? Reach out below!