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Workforce Training

Workforce Training focuses on preparing students and professionals to address complex water challenges. Through interdisciplinary training, credentialed programs, and applied learning opportunities, the Water Institute builds skills aligned with evolving workforce needs. These efforts strengthen workforce capacity and support the development of future leaders.

Objectives

Deepen and broaden student engagement in Water Institute programs, awards, and workforce development opportunities.

Develop credentialed, skill-based training and academic programs to meet workforce needs.

What We’re Doing

Supporting students in advancing interdisciplinary research, building a community, and developing professional skills.

Student Awards and Programs

Convening teams of faculty and graduate students around emerging topics in water science.

Water Scholars

Broadening the skills of graduate students through understanding hydrologic process and management.

Hydrologic Sciences Academic Concentration

View Water Institute Mission Areas

Image of a women conducting water sample collection with the text "Catalyze Research" in the top left corner.
Top view of a people at a symposium with temporary walls placed for posters. In the top left is the text "Statewide Convenings".
A group picture of students and administration in front of a Water Institute backdrop. In the top left is the text "Workforce Training".
Water Institute Research Coordinator Darlene Velez facilitating a group. In the top left is the text "Expert Assistance".
Image of people grouped at tables conversing. At the top left is the text "Center Level Advancement".
People seated at round tables eating lunch while conversing. In the top left is the text "Community Building".