01About it
WEF awards five scholarships to young professionals (YPs) working for a utility in North America. The purpose of this scholarship program is to help YPs learn about what being part of the WEF Utility Management Community (UMC) entails and to increase YP involvement within this community. The scholarship allows YPs to expand their network to include technical experts and water industry leaders, and develop peer and mentor relationships, while also providing valuable contributions to the UMC. The WEF scholarship selection committee includes members of the UMC Planning Committee and UMC Leadership.
02Who may take part
Open to WEF members who are young professionals with five or fewer years of work experience or under 35, currently employed by a utility in North America, have not previously attended the YP Summit or Utility Management Conference, have supervisor support, and can attend the 2027 events in Vancouver.
03What it pays for
| Cost | In the organiser's words |
|---|---|
| Airfare | Covered“Travel expense assistance” |
| Accommodation | Covered“Hotel expense assistance” |
| Registration | Covered“Full registration for the 2027 YP Summit and UMC Conference events” |
“Fully funded” only when registration, flights and accommodation are all covered.
04How to apply
Applicants should be prepared to answer open response questions on the 2027 application form.
05Can you go?
Join Epliv free to see whether you meet this opportunity's rules, whether your passport needs a visa for Canada, where and by when to apply, the official fee and a checklist of what to prepare.
