Hydropower Collegiate Competition (HCC)

(Updated 22 Mar 2026) This call for applications is for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE's) Hydropower Collegiate Competition (HCC). This competition is designed to help pave the way for next-generation workers to start their careers in clean energy.

APPLICATION WINDOW

ACTIVE

DEADLINE

1 May 2026

PRIZES

The Hydropower Collegiate Competition offers students the chance to engage with leaders of marine energy and hydropower companies and learn about the sector from industry insiders. Industry members have played an important role in the success of these competitions by providing educational presentations, serving as judges during the final events, and networking with students to offer career advice and make connections that helped them land jobs.

Nigerian institutions are eligible to participate on their own, without a U.S. university partner; however, these teams will not be eligible to receive cash prizes and must provide their own funding to support travel and competition expenses. 

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Credit: Hydropower Collegiate Competition (HCC) 

Date Added: 12 Apr 2023

Tags:    Energy

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