Future Friday Career event
What does a career in water actually look like? And where do you start?
On Friday 12 March 2027, Aquatech Amsterdam brings together students and early-career professionals from the Netherlands and around the world for Future Friday Career Event.
A closer look at the water industry
From developing new technologies to making cities more resilient, the water sector offers a wide range of careers, many of which you might not have considered before.
Curious about a career in water? Future Friday is a chance to meet people who already work in the sector, hear what they do and get a better idea of the opportunities out there..
📅 Date: Friday 12 March 2027
📍 Location: Aquatech Amsterdam | RAI Amsterdam | Elicium, Hall 13
⏰ Time: 10:00–16:00
📝 Registration & Costs: This event is completely free! 🎉
PROGRAMME COORDINATION
Wavemakers United
Future Friday is coordinated by Wavemakers United, in collaboration with The Future is Now #6. Together with programme partners, they are developing an international programme that connects students with potential employers through workshops, challenges and networking opportunities.
What to expect at Future Friday
From meeting potential employers to exploring the latest water technologies, Future Friday gives you a chance to see the industry from a different perspective. Here's what you can expect throughout the day.
Meet the people behind the industry
Talk to water professionals about their work, career paths and opportunities for new talent.
Work on real water challenges
Explore real-world issues through interactive workshops and challenges.
Explore the exhibition
Discover new technologies and solutions across Aquatech Amsterdam's five thematic Worlds.
Find your way into the industry
Explore career paths and learn what employers look for in future water professionals.
Preliminary programme
Discover what's happening throughout Future Friday.
10:00 – 11:00
Opening & keynote
Start the day with fresh perspectives.
11:00 – 14:30
Explore the programme
Five ways to learn, explore and connect.
INSPIRE
Keynotes
SOLVE
Student and water challenges
DEVELOP
Career clinics, CV and job skills, workshops
CONNECT
World Café and meet & greets with potential employers
DISCOVER
Explore the Worlds at Aquatech Amsterdam
From 14:30
Closing, drinks & DJ
NETWORK
Closing, drinks & DJ
More programme details and participating partners will be announced soon.
What's in it for YOU?
- Explore career opportunities in the international water sector.
- Meet potential employers*and get a better idea of what working in water looks like.
- Develop practical skills through workshops and hands-on challenges.
- Discover new technologies and the people working on today's biggest water challenges.
- Build your network with students, industry experts and potential future colleagues.