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BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship
Employer support for environmental STEM interns
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 1, 2019
- Closing date : March 1, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
Hire an intern for 6 to 12 months for an environmental science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) job and receive a subsidy of up to 80% of their salary (maximum $25,000).
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : August 1, 2019
- Closing date : March 1, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Other Health Services
- Environment
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time internships in environment-related STEM fields.
- Work placements with bio-economy or environmental organizations.
- Internships offering hands-on experience and mentorship.
Documents Needed
- Completed application forms
- Supporting documentation requested by the program
- Claim form for reimbursement
- Supporting documents for the claim
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- For-profit organizations
- Government bodies
- Post-secondary institutions
- Non-profit and Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program grant:
- Companies funded by another federally-funded program like IRAP, Mitacs, etc.
Eligible expenses
- Up to 80% of the participant’s salary, to a maximum of $25,000.
- Up to an additional $5,000 for training, skills development, and wrap-around services.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by BioTalent Canada.
- Priority is given to employers who have not previously participated in the program.
- Priority is also given to applications hiring from underrepresented talent groups.
- Participants must be approved before the internship starts.
Additional information
- The program is closed; applications are no longer being accepted.
- Employer matching services are not provided.
- Participants must find a placement before applying.
- Applications are reviewed on a first-pass basis, with priority for first-time employers and underrepresented talent groups.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship?
Hire an intern for 6 to 12 months for an environmental science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) job and receive a subsidy of up to 80% of their salary (maximum $25,000).
How much funding can be received?
BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 1, 2021.
Who is eligible for the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship program?
To be eligible for the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship program, you must:
Bio-economy or environmental organizations
Environment-related STEM internships
Full-time internships with supervision
What expenses are eligible under BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship?
Full-time internships in environment-related STEM fields.
Work placements with bio-economy or environmental organizations.
Internships offering hands-on experience and mentorship.
Where is the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship available?
The BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship program is available across Canada.
Is the BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship is a Wage Subsidies And Interns