Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Our people are paramount in enabling us to solve problems that matter. Waters is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative of the societies we live in. Our approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is designed to shift mindsets, foster inclusive behaviors, and encourage increased representation of employees with diverse backgrounds.

Read more about our DEI efforts in our 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance Report.

Our Commitments

Diverse Workforce

Becoming representative of the society we live in

Inclusive Workplace

Create teams we like, trust, and respect where all employees can thrive

Community Engagement

Engage our community to build diverse pipelines

Employee Resource Groups

We all benefit from more inclusive teams whose members respect and value each other’s perspectives and contributions. As part of our initiatives to drive an inclusive workplace, our employee resource groups (ERGS) provide an inclusive space for employees to connect, build awareness, learn from each other, and support fellow teammates throughout the world.

Our Five Employee Circles Are:

Disability

A space for people with disabilities and allies to connect, build awareness, and analyze accessibility opportunities.

People of Color

Celebrating racial and ethnic diversity through support, engagement, and collaboration to create awareness and appreciation.

Pride

A forum for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies to learn, network, and advocate for an environment that promotes inclusion, equality, and diversity.

Veterans

Connects veterans to support one another and collaborate with leaders across the company to ensure they are well represented in our recruiting efforts.