Work for Water Scholarship

Want a rewarding career? Work for water! The Work for Water Scholarship is available to anyone living in Sweetwater Authority’s service area interested in pursuing a career in the water industry.

Two scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to students who are either newly enrolled or currently attending or enrolling in any accredited college, community college, or trade school with a program related to water management, treatment, technology, or a similar field.

Scholarship Criteria

Eligibility 

  • Two scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to students who are either newly enrolled or currently attending or enrolling in any accredited college, community college, or trade school with a program related to water management, treatment, technology, or a similar field
  • Enrolled Units: Minimum six (6) units
  • Applicant must reside within Sweetwater Authority’s service area.
  • Scholarship is not available to Sweetwater Authority employees, their family immediate family members, or employees or immediate family members of other water agencies.

Availability

Two (2) $1,000 scholarships will be available for Summer 2025. Students may reapply for the scholarship for a lifetime maximum of $2,000.

Apply today!

Follow these steps to submit your scholarship application:

  1. Apply online using the Scholarship Application Form.
  2. Upload supporting documentation to https://sendit.sweetwater.org/filedrop/Scholarship
    • Required: (1) Letter of Recommendation (e.g. teacher, counselor, employer or personal reference)
    • Optional: High school and/or college transcripts (if applicable)

Deadline

The deadline for applications is October 31, 2025.

Award

The scholarships will be awarded in November 12, 2025. Applicants will receive notification via email or phone call.

Questions?

For questions regarding the scholarship, application, or uploading documentation, please email SchoolEducation@sweetwater.org or call Angel Marquez, Public Affairs Manager, at (619) 409-6770.