BioTalent — Science Horizons Youth Internship
Canada
Subsidized environmental STEM intern
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateAugust 1, 2019
- grant_single|closingDateMarch 1, 2021
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
grant_single|grantors
- BioTalent Canada
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grant_card_status|closed
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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).
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program provides a robust wage subsidy to support the employment of young graduates in environment-related STEM fields. These financing modalities are designed to alleviate financial burdens for employers, thereby fostering employment growth in the bio-economy and healthcare sectors.
- Coverage of up to 80% of a participant’s salary to a maximum of $25,000.
- Potential eligibility for an additional $5,000 for training, skills development, and wrap-around services.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports projects that focus on providing youth with valuable work experience in environment-related STEM fields. Eligible activities are designed to benefit both employers and recent graduates by fostering skills development and encouraging participation in the bio-economy.
- Engaging young professionals in full-time internships within bio-economy or healthcare organizations.
- Providing training and skills development opportunities as part of the internship experience.
- Focusing work on innovative projects in green economy sectors.
- Offering salaries above the minimum wage to ensure fair compensation for interns.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 25,000
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$ 25,000
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$ 25,000
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$ 25,000
Hire an intern to assist in developing renewable energy models
$ 25,000
Intern for clean energy research and development
$ 25,000
Internship for developing sustainable agriculture technologies
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program requires that companies or organizations meet specific criteria related to their profile and intended internship activities.
- Eligible employers include individuals, for-profit organizations (such as small- or medium-sized enterprises, corporations, or industry associations).
- Provincial and territorial, municipal and local governments, including institutions, agencies and Crown Corporations, can apply.
- Post-secondary institutions and organizations, including non-profit organizations, Indigenous organizations, and band councils/tribal councils, qualify.
- The internship must not be funded by another federally-funded program like IRAP or Mitacs.
- The internship must be conducted in a bio-economy or healthcare organization.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Eligible employers under the Science Horizons program include individuals, for-profit organizations (small- or medium-sized enterprises, corporations, or industry associations), provincial and territorial, municipal and local governments including institutions, agencies and Crown Corporations, post-secondary institutions, and organizations such as non-governmental organizations, non-profit organizations, and Indigenous organizations including band councils/tribal councils and local organizations. The program is designed to assist employers in hiring young talent eager to work in environment-related STEM fields while helping graduates gain skills and experience.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program provides opportunities for young individuals to gain valuable work experience in the bio-economy or healthcare sectors. It covers a range of activities that align with environment-related STEM fields to equip participants with practical skills.
- Internships in bio-economy or healthcare organizations focusing on environmental STEM fields.
- Projects that ensure the development and training of interns in scientific and technical roles.
- Activities that provide a safe and inclusive work environment adhering to applicable laws.
- Experiences that offer potential career advancement and exceed minimum wage requirements.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program.
- New graduates aged 30 or under, legally entitled to work in Canada, not receiving Employment Insurance benefits, and meeting specific internship requirements are eligible.
- Employers must demonstrate the ability to provide a safe and inclusive work environment, offer skills development and training opportunities, and align with the program's goals.
- Priority is given to applicants from underrepresented talent groups and organizations that have not previously participated in the program.
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Verify Employer and Participant Eligibility
- Ensure the employer meets eligibility criteria under the Science Horizons program.
- Confirm that the internship and participants comply with the program's requirements.
- Step 2: Pre-approval Application
- Contact Jennifer Ash, Project Manager, before submitting the application.
- Prepare and send necessary information for pre-approval.
- Step 3: Gather Required Documentation
- Collect supporting documentation for the participant and the internship.
- Step 4: Submit Claim Form
- Download the claim form from the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program Forms section.
- Complete the claim form, ensuring all necessary details and documentation are attached.
- Submit the completed form to the designated contact for reimbursement.
- Step 5: Approval Process
- Wait up to 10 business days for participant approval for program participation.
- Ensure the participant does not start the internship until approval is received.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The wage subsidy contribution is 80% of the participant's salary, up to $25,000.
- Employers may be eligible for up to an additional $5,000 for training, skills development, and wrap-around services.
- Participants must be approved for program participation prior to starting the internship, and this process can take up to 10 business days.
- Internships must offer a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment complying with all applicable laws.
- Applications are prioritized for employers who have not previously participated in the program and those hiring from underrepresented talent groups.