Careers in the Water Industry

Join The Water Center at Penn for our annual Careers in the Water Industry Event on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 at the Quorum!
About this Event

Now in its fifth year, The Water Center at Penn’s annual Careers in the Water Industry event brings together professionals across the water sector, academics, and students interested in water-related careers to explore current trends, pressing challenges, and emerging opportunities in the water sector.

The event is presented in partnership with Penn's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, with thanks to our generous sponsors — Aquatech, Bentley Systems, Solenis, Envirodyne Systems, Jacobs, Veolia, Aqua Essential Utilities, Water Environment Federation, and WateReuse Association.

The event will feature a keynote speaker, alumni panelists, and networking opportunities with leaders from across the industry. It will also showcase presentations from finalists of the Student Water Innovation Award which recognizes forward-thinking solutions to pressing water challenges. See more details and learn how to apply here.

Thanks to our sponsors, whose support has made this event possible.

Agenda

🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Networking Lunch
🕑: 12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Opening Remarks
Host: Howard Neukrug, The Water Center at Penn
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Opening Keynote
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Student Innovation Award Finalist Presentations
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Break
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Alumni Panel

Info: Moderated by Marissa Rosen, Climate Social (MES)

🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:20 PM
Announcement of Student Water Innovation Award Winners
🕑: 03:20 PM - 03:30 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Networking Reception