The Jennings Randolph International Fellowship Program is a unique international study and professional exchange opportunity that promotes collaboration and sharing of public works best practices, knowledge and innovation, both internationally and with public works colleagues in North America.
This program supports the recipient's participation at a public works conference of one of APWA's international partners and a public works study tour in that country. Fellowship awards are limited to a maximum of $3,000 (USD) to assist with travel costs and other expenses.
Now Accepting Applications
Application deadline: Friday, November 13, 2026
APWA has simplified the Jennings Randolph International Fellowship application process, making it easier than ever to apply for the chance to take part in this incredible international opportunity. The updated application process includes the following steps:
- Complete and submit this application form(opens in new tab) to register your interest in the program.
- Attend a short virtual meeting where you will be introduced to APWA staff, committee members, international partners, and more resources to assist with your planning and final step of the application.
- Complete the final step of the application by submitting your study tour description and objectives, letters of reference, and a resume/headshot.
2027 International Study Tour Opportunities
May 9–12, 2027
Auckland, New Zealand
Dates TBD
Location TBD, Mexico
September 13–16, 2027
Perth, Australia
March 4, 2027
Oslo, Norway
May 27–28, 2027
Oslo, Norway
June 2–3, 2027
Oslo, Norway
September 21–22, 2027
Eskilstuna, Sweden
About the Program
The Jennings Randolph International Fellowship Program was established by APWA in 1987 and is administered by APWA's International Constituents Committee. The Fellowship is named after former West Virginia Representative and Senator Jennings Randolph, known as the "Dean of Public Works Legislators," who served as the Chair of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee from 1966 through 1981.
Through the Jennings Randolph International Fellowship Program, APWA strives to further these international principles:
- To provide an opportunity for individuals to broaden their knowledge and exchange experiences and information on technologies and advances in public works through contact with APWA's international partners
- To promote friendship and understanding among public works professionals on an international basis
- To provide a venue for the exchange of information between APWA and APWA's international partner countries
2026 Fellows
Stephanie Graves
Engineering Manager
Village of Downers Grove, IL
Sarah Mathews
Senior Engineer
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District
Calabasas, CA
Past Fellows
2025
- Halley Kimball, Denmark
- Gerrit Slatter, Australia
2024
- Charles Jones, Netherlands
- Tracy Warner, Australia
2023
- Chris Ewell, Australia
- John Milne, PE, New Zealand
- Carlos Osterroth, Australia and New Zealand
2021
- Yuejiao Liu, Denmark
2020
- Douglas Singer, Sweden
- Emily Tritsch, Sweden
2019
- Nora Daley-Peng, Finland
- John Butler, Finland
- Douglas Sarkkinen, Sweden
2018
- Jason Waldron, Australia and New Zealand
- Helena Sullivan, Sweden
2017
- Evan Pratt, Australia and New Zealand
- Aaron Putnam, Sweden
- Joanne Zhang, Australia