Established in 1918, today WSSC is the 8th largest water and wastewater utility in the nation, with a network of more than 5,500 miles of fresh water pipeline and nearly 5,400 miles of sewer pipeline.  Serving nearly 1.8 million residents in Prince George’s and Montgomery counties, our drinking water has always met or exceeded federal standards. 

College engineering majors listen up! Entries will soon be accepted for the annual Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) Joyce Starks Engineering Scholarship essay contest. To be eligible for the $1000 scholarship, students should have a permanent home address in the WSSC service district that includes Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. Eligible students must be enrolled in a degree program that leads to a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or an advanced degree in engineering. Past winners are also eligible to compete.

Applicants should send a copy of their official transcript along with a cover letter, proof of permanent residency, two references and a 400 to1000 - word essay that answers the following question:

"What, in your opinion, is the biggest challenge/threat for the water/wastewater industry in the United States, and why?"

The reference letters must be submitted separately or in a sealed envelope if sent with the application materials. The scholarship winner may also be offered a paid internship at WSSC in the summer of 2013. The scholarship will be awarded at the August Commission meeting. 

Send applications to Charlett Bundy, Esq., WSSC Corporate Secretary, 14501 Sweitzer Lane, Laurel, MD 20707. Applications must be postmarked by June 30, 2012.