Water Engineering Academy (12-week training program)

TAUW, Sweco, Royal HaskoningDHV, and Refugee Talent Hub launch the very first Water Engineering Academy! This is a 12-week training program specially designed for technical talent with a refugee background, focused on the field of water engineering. Do you have a passion for water management and engineering? Would you like to attend valuable workshops and enhance your career prospects? If so, apply by December 6, 2024, at 11:59 PM (night)!

About the Water Engineering Academy:
The Water Engineering Academy is a 12-week, part-time program focused on water engineering, covering topics like water & soil, drinking water, industrial water, and climate adaptation. During the program, the participating companies will deliver six technical trainings on these subjects. Alongside these technical trainings, the program includes a job application skills workshop and five soft-skills trainings, covering areas such as project-based working, client interaction, and intercultural collaboration.

Note: The technical trainings will be conducted in English, while the soft-skills trainings will be in Dutch.

What will you gain from the program?
In this program, you will not only receive technical training in water management and engineering but also develop various soft skills. You will build a network within your field by connecting with fellow participants and employees from the participating companies. Throughout the program, you’ll receive personal guidance from a mentor (a business professional from one of the partners), allowing you to gain deeper insights into both the companies and the sector!

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for motivated talents who:

• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in—or closely related to—water engineering/water management (a master’s degree is not required)
• Have at least B2-level proficiency in English
• Have at least B1-level proficiency in Dutch
• Have a passion for water engineering
• Are eager to learn: a strong internal motivation is essential for success in this program
• Are available to attend all mandatory events (dates listed below)
• Are statusholders (with a valid residence permit)

Important Dates:
If you apply, we expect you to attend ALL the events listed below. Please make sure you are available on these dates.

• Information Session: Monday, January 20, 9:30 – 10:30 AM (online). Selected candidates will attend an information session to receive more in-depth information about the program.
• Kick-off: Tuesday, January 21, 3:00 – 6:00 PM (in-person). During this celebratory kick-off, you will meet your mentor and start the program together.
• Technical and soft-skills trainings: January 28, February 4, February 11, February 25, March 4, March 11, March 18, March 25, April 1, April 8, and April 15 from 1:30 – 5:00 PM (in-person at partner office locations).
• Mentee check-ins: February 13, March 20, and April 17 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM (online).
• Closing Event: Tuesday, April 22, 3:00 – 6:00 PM (in-person).
• Travel expenses for all in-person events will be reimbursed.

Selection Process:
A selection procedure will be conducted for this program, as only a limited number of spots are available. In total, a maximum of 15 talents will be selected. The deadline for applications is Friday, December 6, at 12:00 PM (noon). Be sure to attach your CV to your profile. Once you have applied and meet the criteria, you will receive a Google form to provide additional information for selection.

Important: If you are selected, we expect you to attend the live events. Please review our no-show policy carefully.

About the Participating Companies:

TAUW
TAUW is a European consultancy and engineering firm with a strong position in environmental consulting, committed to making sustainability achievable. TAUW aims to be a Leading European Environmental Consultancy company. With 1,200 dedicated professionals, TAUW works daily to shape a vital living environment. Guided by the core values of Care, Connect, and Improve, you’ll have the space to connect your ideals, ideas, and solutions with our ambitions.

Dreams, ideals, ambitions. We all have them. But how do you turn your dreams into actions? At TAUW, you make your ambition your daily work. Here, you contribute to a sustainable and vibrant living environment for today’s and tomorrow’s generations. You’ll have the freedom to make your ideals a reality. Live Your Ambition.

Royal HaskoningDHV
Royal HaskoningDHV is a global engineering, project management, and consulting firm with 6,000 colleagues across 140 countries. Together with our clients and partners, we work on projects that have a positive impact on people, the environment, and the economy. Ambitious, committed, dynamic, and collaborative—this is how our colleagues describe our company.

Our goal is “Enhancing Society Together,” and we aim to make a positive contribution to the world. We promote integrated, sustainable development alongside our clients in areas where we have expertise and influence. Our people want to make a meaningful impact on the future and leave something valuable for the next generation.

Sweco
Sweco designs and develops the sustainable societies and cities of the future. Together with clients and the expertise of 18,500 architects, engineers, and consultants, we create smart solutions for urban areas. Driven by the rapid pace of digitalization, we are committed to building a greener and more sustainable society as Europe’s largest architecture and engineering firm. We work in small teams; together and for each other: Together we are Sweco! The future calls for creativity, advisors who bridge the gap between tomorrow and today, and trailblazers who take the next step. With us, you work with your head, heart, and a healthy dose of courage! In the Netherlands, we operate from 10 locations (and now 1,750 home offices) from Groningen to Middelburg and Alkmaar to Arnhem—so we’re always close by.