American Water Builds Workforce of Tomorrow through Training, Education and Career Pathways
CAMDEN, N.J., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From high school students exploring future careers to adults seeking new opportunities, American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., is building the workforce of tomorrow through programs that provide training, mentorship and pathways to meaningful careers.
As the water industry faces increasing workforce demands and a growing need for skilled talent, American Water is leading initiatives that introduce individuals to careers in the water sector, develop professional skills and create opportunities for long-term success.
"At American Water, our people are at the heart of everything we do," said Lori Sutton, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer at American Water. "Providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services starts with attracting, developing and retaining talented individuals. Through programs that support students, emerging young professionals and current employees, we're continuing to build a strong workforce that will serve our customers and communities for generations to come."
American Water's workforce programs span multiple stages of the career journey, including:
Together, these initiatives reflect American Water's commitment to developing future and current talent, strengthening communities and helping to ensure a skilled workforce is prepared to meet the evolving needs of the water industry. American Water remains dedicated to strengthening its talent pipeline and build stronger communities through innovative workforce development programs.
Learn more about American Water's workforce here.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
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SOURCE American Water