Clean Foundation — Green Jobs
NS, Canada
Subsidy to hire interns in the natural resources sector
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Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Clean Foundation
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Get up to $24,000 per intern hired in roles in the natural resources sectors, including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences who self identifies as a woman or racialized youth, or up to $30,000 per intern hired who self identifies as Indigenous, y
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This grant supports employment opportunities for youth in the natural resources sector, including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences, by providing wage subsidies to Canadian employers.
- Hiring young Canadians in energy sectors
- Employment opportunities in forestry
- Roles in mining industries
- Positions in earth sciences
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$24,000
Toronto
Hiring a female environmental scientist intern for forest sustainability research.
$30,000
Sudbury
Employing an Indigenous youth intern for environmental impact assessments in mining.
$18,000
Markham
Hiring a racialized youth intern for renewable energy project management.
$18,000
Calgary
Employing a woman intern as a GIS specialist for land use planning analysis.
$18,000
Vancouver
Hiring a racialized youth intern for environmental policy development in energy sector.
$30,000
Yellowknife
Employing an Indigenous intern for geological surveying in remote communities.
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The Green Jobs Internship program helps young Canadians, particularly those from underrepresented groups, secure employment in the natural resources sector through wage subsidies for employers.
- Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, youth living in a northern or remote community: up to 75% of an intern’s salary to a maximum of $30,000.
- Women and racialized youth: up to 75% of an intern’s salary to a maximum of $24,000.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Yes, there are eligible types of companies for the Green Jobs Internship Program. Canadian employers in relevant sectors including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences can apply for this grant provided they meet the program criteria.
- Energy sector companies
- Forestry sector companies
- Mining sector companies
- Earth sciences sector companies
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The Green Jobs Internship Program subsidizes a portion of the intern's salary.
- Up to 75% of an intern’s salary to a maximum of $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, youth living in a northern or remote community
- Up to 75% of an intern's salary to a maximum of $24,000 for women and racialized youth
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
The eligible geographic zones for the Green Jobs Internship Program are areas across Canada, with specific emphasis on youth living in northern or remote communities. The program aims to provide employment opportunities within Canada-wide natural resources sectors.
- Canada-wide
- Northern communities
- Remote communities
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The Green Jobs Internship program has evaluation and selection criteria that help determine the eligibility of applicants for the grant:
- Applicants must be youth aged 15 to 30
- Preference is given to Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, youth in northern or remote communities, women, and racialized youth
- The proposed internship must be in the natural resources sector
- Employers must be in relevant sectors such as energy, forestry, mining, or earth sciences
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- Step 1: Employer application
- Employers apply to participate in the Green Jobs Internship program.
- Applications are currently closed.
- Step 2: Employer receives approval
- If the application is accepted, the employer receives confirmation and details on subsidy amounts and requirements.
- Step 3: Post internship opportunities
- Approved employers can post their internship opportunities on the national job board.
- Step 4: Youth apply for internships
- Youth aged 15 to 30 apply for the posted internships through the national job board.
- Step 5: Selection and hiring
- Employers review applications, conduct interviews, and hire suitable candidates.
- Step 6: Internship commencement
- The internship commences, with wage subsidies provided by Clean Foundation according to the agreed terms.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
This grant offers essential support to both interns and employers in the natural resources sector through wage subsidies, with specific benefits for underrepresented groups and indigenous youth.
- 75% salary subsidy up to $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, or youth living in a northern or remote community.
- 75% salary subsidy up to $24,000 for women and racialized youth.
- $6.9M in wage subsidies and incentives have been funded.
- 374 quality employment opportunities created.
- 30% of interns identified as Indigenous or youth from northern or remote communities.
- 76% of interns came from underrepresented groups.
- Positive testimonials from various stakeholders highlight the program's effectiveness and support.
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Green Jobs Internship Program Overview
Green Jobs Internship Program: Empowering Youth in the Natural Resources Sector
The Green Jobs Internship program, funded by Natural Resource Canada, offers employment opportunities to young Canadians aged 15 to 30 in the natural resources industry. With wage subsidies provided by Clean Foundation, employers in sectors like energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences can hire and nurture talent to foster growth and innovation.
The program offers valuable support, subsidizing up to 75% of an intern's salary, cultivating quality employment opportunities and fostering diversity in the workforce. Clean Foundation's commitment to youth empowerment and environmental sustainability shines through the success stories of interns and employers engaged in this transformative program.
The Green Jobs Internship program has funded $6.9 million in wage subsidies, creating 374 quality employment opportunities within the natural resources sector. Notably, 30% of interns come from Indigenous or remote communities, while 76% hail from underrepresented groups, reflecting the program's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Testimonials from program participants like Leora Berman, Terri Macdonald, and Tamsyn Puiras underscore the immense impact of the program on individuals and organizations. From providing invaluable learning experiences to bridging gaps in the sector, the Green Jobs Internship program stands as a beacon of hope for youth seeking a career in environmental stewardship.