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BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship
Employer support for environmental STEM interns
Last Update: June 19, 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
Official resources
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.
Selection criteria
- Priority for employers who have not previously participated in the program.
- Priority for applications hiring from underrepresented talent groups.
How to apply
- Step 1
- Click the Apply Now button.
- Complete the application forms.
- Step 2
- Follow the Application Instructions document.
- Submit all completed forms and supporting documentation.
- Step 3
- Wait for the application review process.
- Do not start the internship before participant approval.
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
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