Clean Leadership Summer Internships — Nova Scotia

Who is eligible?

• Community groups.
• Associations.
• Businesses.

Eligible expenses

The Clean Leadership Summer Internships grant supports initiatives in the clean economy sector, focusing on enhancing environmental sustainability and resilience. Eligible projects aim to harness innovative solutions across a variety of fields to foster sustainable development and reduce environmental impact.

• Agro-ecology projects promoting sustainable farming practices.
• Projects in alternative and sustainable transportation solutions.
• Initiatives targeting carbon and climate change mitigation strategies.
• Research and development in clean technology innovations.
• Eco-tourism projects to boost sustainable travel and tourism.
• Educational projects aimed at increasing engagement in environmental practices.
• Energy-related projects focusing on sustainable energy solutions.
• Information and communications technology projects that enhance environmental data management.
• Sustainable planning and urban design initiatives fostering eco-friendly communities.
• Resource conservation projects that work towards efficient use of natural resources.
• Research projects focusing on understanding and mitigating environmental impacts.
• Waste management projects aiming to reduce, reuse, and recycle waste materials.
• Water conservation projects enhancing sustainable water management systems.

Eligible geographic areas

• Nova Scotia.

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

• Step 1: Review program information
  • Read the employer overview and program details.
• Step 2: Complete the online application
  • Submit the employer application form for each job description.
• Step 3: Send the application
  • Apply through the Clean Foundation online application portal before the deadline.

• Applications are reviewed after submission by Clean Foundation.
• Applicants may be contacted for support if needed.
• Approved employers receive further instructions from Clean Foundation.

The Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program offers a range of benefits and support for participating host employers:

• Host employers receive a 60% wage subsidy, making it financially feasible to engage young talent.
• Internships are available for 15-week and 9-week durations, providing increased work capacity for summer projects.
• Access to Human Resources support facilitates intern recruitment, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Host employers can avail of Occupational Health and Safety resources and training, including mentoring support.
• The program emphasizes employment equity, offering equitable opportunities for underrepresented youth, including Indigenous, Black, and African Nova Scotian youth.
• While Clean Foundation will no longer have all interns on its payroll to minimize administrative workload, HR and payroll assistance are available if needed.
• Host employers contribute to the growth of a skilled clean economy workforce and benefit from the fresh perspectives and ideas brought in by motivated interns.