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SUMMARY:Wetskills-Romania 2026
DESCRIPTION:About The Event\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Wetskills-Romania 2026: Finals at Expo Apa Conference\nWetskills Foundation is excited to announce its return to Romania for the 8th Wetskills Challenge in this country. From 29 August to 11 September\, we invite students and young professionals from around the world to join this unique programme and work on real-life water challenges. Romania offers a dynamic context\, with pressing topics such as water quality\, infrastructure upgrades\, rural access\, and climate resilience: creating a perfect learning environment for innovation and impact. \nParticipants will collaborate in multidisciplinary teams\, supported by local academia and sector partners\, developing practical and out-of-the-box solutions. The finals will take place at the Expo Apa Water Exhibition\, offering a unique opportunity to present your ideas to leading water professionals and expand your international network. \nReady to challenge yourself and make an impact? Apply now and join Wetskills Romania 2026! \n[vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Watch the event video of Wetskills-Romania 2024! \n[vc_empty_space height=”16px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Practical information\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””]Programme Wetskills-Romania 2026 (draft) \nNote: this programme is based on the previous Wetskills events in Romania. Coming period\, Wetskills and partners will detail the programme. \nTerms & Conditions Wetskills-Romania 2026 \nDeadline for registrations: 31 May 2026\n \nAfter this deadline\, every week a selection of the new applications is made until the program is full.\n \nRegister[vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Follow Wetskills\nFacebookXInstagramLinkedInYouTube\n[vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Joining this Wetskills Event – What do you get?\nA unique learning experience where you will tackle real-life water challenges with your own team! \n\nYou will develop expertise in international cooperation\, problem-solving\, cross-cultural understanding\, and interdisciplinary teamwork.\nYou will learn and deepen your understanding of the Romanian water sector\, gaining insights into key stakeholders\, organizations\, contemporary issues\, and existing business opportunities.\nYou will increase your networking and presentation abilities through pitch and poster\nYou will get the opportunity to connect with other international water students/young professionals.\nYou will immerse yourself in the great city Bucharest and outside during the team building ac tivituies (exact locations TBC) exploring water-related sites and engaging with local water professionals.\nYou will join parts of Expo Apa Water Exhibition (incl. Wetskills Finals & Awarding Ceremony)\nUpon program completion\, receive a certificate of participation\, officially joining the ranks of over 1500 Wetskills Alumni.\n\nMore information\nFor additional information regarding participation and other details\, please contact Elena Manea\, elena.manea@wetskills.com or Johan Oost\, johan.oost@wetskills.com. \n[vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”55543\,64032\,64557\,64078\,52423\,58735″ css=”” column_number=”5″ grayscale=”no” hover_icon=”none” images_space=”gallery_with_space”]Registration\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Registration deadline: 31 May 2026\nAfter this deadline\, every week a selection of the new applications is made until the program is full.\n \nWho can apply?\nAny Young Water Professionals (up to 5 years of working experience) and Bachelor (last year)\, Master or PhD students and recent graduates with a passion for water and intercultural teamwork from Romania\, Europe and beyond with a passion for water & sustainability and intercultural teamwork. \nHow can I apply?\nPrepare a motivation letter and resume\, click the button on the right\, fill out the online application form and submit it. \nSelection criteria\nThe Wetskills Team  will make a final selection among applications received\, based on quality of motivation & resume. We also consider a good diversity of the whole group (incl. backgrounds\, local/international\, gender balance\, etc.). \nCosts\nThe participation fee for the Wetskills program is €395* (excl. VAT\, applicable only in Europe). This fee covers accommodation (in a hostel\, with shared rooms)\, team-building activities\, some of the lunches and dinners\, field trips\, workshops\, and working facilities. Participants are also responsible for their travel expenses (such as plane tickets and local transportation)\, meals on working days\, and other personal costs. \nNote: Wetskills Foundation and partners strive to lower costs for local participants\, contact us for options. In previous Wetskills editions\, participants have successfully secured financial support for their Wetskills participation from their universities or employers\, utilizing resources like mobility funds\, travel allowances\, training budgets\, etc. \nEvent Cases\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”16px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Wetskills Foundation and partners invite businesses\, governments\, knowledge institutes and NGOs to formulate one of the Challenges – for this event or another event – and support the Wetskills programme. Join us in this great next experience! For more information contact Johan Oost (Wetskills Foundation). \n[vc_empty_space height=”16px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Case 1:\nCase owner:  \nMore information will be provided in a later stage. \nCase 2: \nCase owner:  \nMore information will be provided in a later stage. \n[vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Case 3:\nCase owner:  \nMore information will be provided in a later stage. \nCase 4: \nCase owner:  \nMore information will be provided in a later stage. \n[vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Event Partners\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_single_image image=”63530″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”” qode_css_animation=””][vc_single_image image=”55394″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” qode_css_animation=””][vc_single_image image=”59322″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” qode_css_animation=””][vc_single_image image=”52433″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_single_image image=”57038″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” qode_css_animation=””][vc_single_image image=”57211″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”” qode_css_animation=””][vc_single_image image=”54957″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”” qode_css_animation=””][vc_single_image image=”54106″ img_size=”220×125″ style=”vc_box_rounded” css=”” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Previous Wetskills Events in Romania\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”][vc_empty_space image_repeat=”no-repeat”]Romania 2024 Event Blogs and Pictures\n[vc_single_image image=”50762″ img_size=”full” qode_css_animation=””][vc_empty_space height=”16px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”]	\n		\n						Finals & Awarding CeremonyBlogs\, Wetskills-Romania 20241 year agoWetskills-Romania 2024 – Blog 5 – All teams presented the solution for their case with a pitch and poster for the jury and the public\, during the Finals and Awarding…		\n			\n	\n		\n						Vibrant blend of collaboration and explorationBlogs\, Wetskills-Romania 20241 year agoWetskills-Romania 2024 – Blog 4 – This 4th day unfolded like an mosaic of learning\, inspiration and vibrant moments that brought the teams closer to our goals. As the morning…		\n			\n	\n		\n						Visit to a Water treatment plant & Diamond solar panelsBlogs\, Wetskills-Romania 20241 year agoWetskills-Romania 2024 – Blog 3 – On the third day we woke up at a beautiful horse ranch in the mountains. The view from our stay was beautiful and the…		\n			\n	\n		\n	\n		\n	[vc_empty_space height=”16px” image_repeat=”no-repeat”]MORE EVENT BLOGS & PICTURES >>
URL:https://wetskills.com/event/wetskills-romania-2026/
LOCATION:Politehnica University of Bucharest\, Splaiul Independenței 313\, Bucharest\, Romania
CATEGORIES:Upcoming event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marcel Rompelman":MAILTO:marcel.rompelman@wetskills.com
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