West Nyack, NY – In an ambitious move to foster the next generation of water industry professionals, Veolia, together with the National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) – New York Chapter, has announced the offering of eight scholarships, each valued at $3,000, to high school seniors in New York. This initiative aims to support students committed to pursuing careers in sectors critical to the water industry, ensuring the continued growth and innovation in this essential field.
The scholarships are open to students living within Veolia’s New York service area, with applicants required to meet several criteria to be considered. Eligible students must be aiming to enroll as undergraduate students in two- or four-year colleges or universities, or in trade schools working toward a plumbing or electrical certification. Additionally, a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required, alongside enrollment in courses related to water utility industry or associated fields such as natural resource management, environmental sciences, engineering, or environmental law.
Prospective scholars are encouraged to submit their applications by the April 15 deadline through a dedicated Google form. Click here to access the form.
Chris Graziano, Vice President and General Manager of Veolia operations in New York, emphasized the increasing complexity of the water industry and the critical need for a skilled and educated workforce. “These scholarships are aimed at investing in the next generation of employees who will lead our industry,” Graziano stated, highlighting the program’s intention to attract motivated and capable young minds to this vital sector.
The scholarship winners will be celebrated at a dinner event hosted at The Hotel Thayer at West Point in May, marking their achievement and the promise they bring to the future of water management and conservation.
Veolia is a key player in the New York region, providing essential services to over 500,000 people across Rockland, Westchester, Orange, Putnam, and Tioga counties. This scholarship initiative further demonstrates the company’s commitment to community support and the development of the water services industry.
The NAWC, representing private water service companies nationwide, partners in this scholarship effort to promote education and career development in fields that are crucial for the industry’s future sustainability and efficiency.
For more information about the scholarships or to apply, interested parties can contact Sophia Salis, Communications Manager, at sophia.salis@veolia.com or by phone at 914-506-2327.
Veolia North America and Veolia Group continue to lead the way in ecological transformation, offering comprehensive water, waste, and energy management services that contribute significantly to the sustainable development of communities and industries across the globe.
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