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Career Boost Undergraduate Program
Paid on-campus work opportunities for eligible students
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 100 - $ 2,500
Timeline
- Open Date : August 21, 2026
- Closing date : January 29, 2027
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Career Boost Undergraduate Program supports eligible TMU students with paid on-campus work opportunities. The program funds approved student jobs for undergraduate domestic students, including roles across academic and administrative units.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
- Minimum amount : 100 $
Timeline
- Open Date : August 21, 2026
- Closing date : January 29, 2027
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Toronto
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Paid on-campus student employment.
- Work-study roles supporting academic and administrative units.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- TMU domestic undergraduate students.
Who is not eligible
- International students.
- Graduate and law students.
- Collaborative Nursing students studying at George Brown or Centennial.
- Students graduating in June or October.
- Students not residing in Ontario during the program period.
Eligible expenses
- Student wages for approved Career Boost positions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- A decision is sent by email, typically within five business days.
- Approved students can then apply for job postings on the separate job portal.
- Job offers remain conditional until Career Boost approval is confirmed.
Additional information
- Students must receive approval before their start date.
- Job applications and program approval are separate processes.
- Approval does not guarantee a job offer.
- Only one Career Boost position can be held at a time.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Career Boost Undergraduate Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Career Boost Undergraduate Program. 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 Career Boost Undergraduate Program?
Career Boost Undergraduate Program supports eligible TMU students with paid on-campus work opportunities. The program funds approved student jobs for undergraduate domestic students, including roles across academic and administrative units.
How much funding can be received?
Career Boost Undergraduate Program Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on August 21, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Career Boost Undergraduate Program program?
To be eligible for the Career Boost Undergraduate Program program, you must:
Canadian citizen, PR, or Protected Person.
Full-time TMU undergraduate student.
Ontario resident during the program.
What expenses are eligible under Career Boost Undergraduate Program?
Paid on-campus student employment.
Work-study roles supporting academic and administrative units.
Who can I contact for more information about the Career Boost Undergraduate Program?
You can contact Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) by email at jobs@torontomu.ca or by phone at 416-979-5177.
Where is the Career Boost Undergraduate Program available?
The Career Boost Undergraduate Program program is available the province of Ontario.