InFLOW stands for Introducing Future Leaders to Opportunities in Water and was conceived by our parent organization, Water Environment Federation (WEF) in an effort to introduce promising students from underrepresented groups to careers in the water industry.
InFLOW program is focused on promoting diversity and inclusion within the water sector. The primary goal is to engage participants in events and networking opportunities to solidify their interest in working in the water industry as well as increase opportunities for employment and long-term success. The InFLOW program for students aims to provide students with the skills, experience, and connections they need to succeed in their chosen field.
InFLOW program provides for students to attend the Florida Water Resource Conference (FWRC) at no cost. While participants will have the opportunity to have small and meaningful conversations with program supporters, mentors, and future employers as well as learn more about the water industry by attending technical sessions and touring the exhibits hall.
Each InFLOW participant will receive a 2-day agenda specifically designed to provide a well-rounded experience at FWRC. The program will run from Sunday, April 26th – Monday, April 27th 2026. This year, FWRC will be held at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL from April 26 – 29, 2026.
We ask participants to attend an online orientation (in March 2026) prior to the conference and participate in a post-event conference call and survey. Your input on improving the experience for future participants is essential to ensuring the continued success of the InFLOW program.
Technical and community college students aged 18 or older from underrepresented groups with an interest in the water sector.
Costs will be reimbursed, as applicable, following the conference. All receipts and travel mileage maps must be included and sent to the scholarship coordinator within a month following FWRC. Reimbursements will be provided for up to $800 per individual for eligible expenses.
The 2026 FWRC InFLOW Scholarship applications are open December 1st, 2025 – February 1st, 2026!
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The Young Professional (YP) Utility Workers Program is a scholarship program which strives to identify promising young professionals who are currently working in the industry and have the desire to learn more about the water industry and become more engaged with FWEA. The YP Utility Workers Scholarship Program invites Young Professionals actively work in Florida to experience the annual Florida Water Resources Conference (FWRC) with the following goals:
Each scholarship recipient will receive a 3-day agenda specifically designed to provide a well-rounded experience at FWRC. The program will run from Sunday, April 26th, to Tuesday, April 28th. This year, FWRC will be held at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL from April 26th–28th, 2026.
We ask participants to attend an online orientation prior to the conference (in March 2026) and participate in a post-event conference call and survey. Your input on improving the experience for future participants is essential to ensuring the continued success of the YP Utility Workers Scholarship Program.
Is an active YP member of FWEA or meets the requirements of YP (A Young Professional is an individual in the water quality profession with five years or less work experience in the industry and who is under 35 years old).
Is currently working in the industry including (but not limited to): Treatment Plant Operator Trainee, Treatment Plant Operator, Plant Mechanic, Distribution, Collections, Hydrants, Meters, Instrumentation, or SCADA.
Costs will be reimbursed, as applicable, following the conference. All receipts and travel mileage maps must be included and sent to the scholarship coordinator within a month following FWRC. Reimbursements will be provided for up to $800 per individual for eligible expenses.
The YP Utility Workers Scholarship applications are open until March 1st, 2026!
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For any and all questions, please reach out to Danielle Mercer or Brittany Bassett
