Clean Leadership Summer Internships — Nova Scotia
NS, Canada
Wage subsidies to hire students looking for careers in the clean economy
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Wage Subsidies And Interns
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Public administration
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- Clean Foundation
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Get a wage subsidy to cover up to 60% of the costs of hiring a summer student for 9 and 15 week internships for clean tech and environmental projects.
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There are eligible projects and activities for this grant:
- Agro-ecology
- Alternative and sustainable transportation
- Carbon and climate change mitigation
- Clean tech R&D
- Eco-tourism
- Education and engagement
- Energy
- Information and communications technology
- Sustainable planning and urban design
- Resource conservation
- Research
- Waste
- Water
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$5,700
Montreal
Creating a cycling promotion campaign to encourage sustainable transportation
$9,780
Toronto
Conducting research on carbon sequestration to mitigate climate change effects
$7,200
Calgary
Launching a water conservation awareness program schools to promote resource conservation
$9,000
Ottawa
Developing a smartphone app to promote sustainable urban planning
$9,000
Vancouver
Developing a community garden in an urban area to promote agro-ecology and sustainable practices
$6,300
Halifax
Implementing a waste reduction program in local schools to increase awareness and engagement
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Community groups, associations, and businesses who share the vision of supporting youth employment and growing the clean economy across Nova Scotia are eligible to apply as host employers for the Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program.
- Community groups, associations, and businesses in Nova Scotia
- Organizations involved in the clean economy sector
- Employers committed to supporting youth employment
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Eligible types of companies for the Clean Leadership Summer Internships grant include community groups, associations, and businesses in Nova Scotia that support youth employment and the growth of the clean economy.
- - Community groups
- - Associations
- - Businesses
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Some eligible expenses for the Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program grant include:
- Wages for the interns
- Training and development costs
- Human resources support services
- Occupational Health and Safety resources
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The Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program has specific evaluation and selection criteria to determine the eligibility of host employers. The selection process focuses on various key factors to ensure alignment with the program's goals and values.
- Alignment with the vision of supporting youth employment and growing the clean economy
- Demonstrated commitment to developing the clean economy workforce
- Potential to provide equitable internship opportunities to underrepresented youth
- Capacity to offer relevant projects in areas such as agro-ecology, clean tech R&D, energy, waste management, etc.
- Interest in supporting Indigenous, Black, African Nova Scotian youth through internship opportunities
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- Step 1: Visit the Clean Foundation website and review the eligibility criteria and program details
- Step 2: Complete the online application form for host employers
- Step 3: Await notification from Clean Foundation regarding the status of your application
Apply to this program
Clean Leadership Summer Internships Grant Summary
The Clean Leadership Summer Internships program offers employers the opportunity to host young interns in various fields related to the clean economy in Nova Scotia. Host employers benefit from a wage subsidy, access to new talent, HR support, and resources, contributing to the growth of the clean economy workforce.
Exploring the Clean Leadership Summer Internships Grant
The Clean Leadership Summer Internships program, facilitated by Clean Foundation, aims to bridge the gap between youth employment and the clean economy. By partnering with organizations, the program provides host employers with the chance to engage talented interns in projects related to environmentally-conscious sectors such as agro-ecology, energy, clean tech R&D, and more.
One of the key advantages for employers participating in this program is the 60% wage subsidy offered, which allows them to hire interns for 15-week or 9-week internships, creating added work capacity for their summer projects. Additionally, host employers receive support in human resources, including intern recruitment, applicant screening, interviewing, and onboarding, as well as access to occupational health and safety resources and training.
By becoming a host employer in the Clean Leadership Summer Internships program, organizations not only benefit from the contributions of young, motivated interns but also play a crucial role in developing the clean economy workforce in Nova Scotia. The program is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce by providing internship opportunities to underrepresented youth, including Indigenous, Black, African Nova Scotian, and individuals of African descent.
Feedback from past Clean Leader Employers highlights the valuable learning and skill development opportunities provided to students through the program. Employers like the Cheticamp River Salmon Association, NS Department of Natural Resources and Renewables, and Nova Scotia Indigenous Tourism Enterprise Network have praised the program for its support, training, mentorship, and the positive impact interns have had on their organizations.
With the 2024 program updates, Clean Foundation aims to streamline administrative processes for interns and employers while continuing to offer valuable internship experiences. Organizations interested in becoming host employers can expect support in recruitment, application screening, and interviews, as well as HR and payroll assistance as needed.
In conclusion, the Clean Leadership Summer Internships grant serves as a catalyst for both youth empowerment and the growth of the clean economy. By participating in this program, organizations can contribute to building a sustainable workforce and nurturing future leaders in environmentally-focused fields.
