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ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI)

Q: How much funding can be received?

ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was March 17, 2026.

Q: Who is eligible for the ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) program?

To be eligible for the ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) program, you must: The host employer must provide a new, full-time permanent position that is environmentally-related to STEM. Employers must be Canadian-owned or a Canadian subsidiary, municipal government, provincial or territorial governments department, or Indigenous organizations. This program is open to businesses of all sizes.

Q: What expenses are eligible under ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI)?

This program is available to employers located in Canada. Eligible locations include businesses of all sizes that operate within Canadian jurisdiction. Canadian-owned businesses. Canadian subsidiaries. Municipal governments in Canada. Provincial or territorial government departments in Canada. Indigenous organizations within Canada.

Q: Where is the ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) available?

The ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

ECO Canada — Science Horizons Youth Internship (SHI) is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Subsidized environmental STEM intern

ECO Canada (ECO)

Last Update: March 17, 2026

Funding available

$ 25,000

Timeline

Open Date : March 1, 2023
Closing date : March 17, 2026

Location

Canada

Overview

Hire an intern for 6 to 12 months for an environmental science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) job and receive a subsidy up to $25,000 to cover up to 80% of their salary. Plus a potential of $5,000 for additional participant supports.

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Opportunity Score

Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop workforce skills

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : March 1, 2023
Closing date : March 17, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Location

Canada

Legal structures

Financial cooperative
Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship
Social economy enterprise
Non-financial cooperative

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Canadians
Youth (<40)

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Research
Environment
Employment and Training
Children and Youth Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Children & youth
Young adults
Indigenous peoples
New immigrants & refugees
People with disabilities
Women & girls
LGBTQ+ community
Rural / Remote communities
Business owners / entrepreneurs
Minority groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Municipal
Provincial
National

Next steps

Determine your project

Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This program is available to employers located in Canada. Eligible locations include businesses of all sizes that operate within Canadian jurisdiction.

Canadian-owned businesses.
Canadian subsidiaries.
Municipal governments in Canada.
Provincial or territorial government departments in Canada.
Indigenous organizations within Canada.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

The Science Horizons Youth Internship program is open to youth candidates who are aged 15-30, are post-secondary graduates, and hold Canadian citizenship, Canadian permanent residency status, or Canadian refugee status. For employers, this program is accessible to Canadian-owned businesses, Canadian subsidiaries, municipal or government departments, and Indigenous organizations that can provide new, full-time permanent positions in the environmental sector related to STEM.

Who is not eligible

Some types of companies are not eligible for this grant:

Non-Canadian-owned businesses
Non-Canadian subsidiaries
Entities not falling under municipal government, provincial or territorial governments department, or Indigenous organizations

Eligible expenses

The Science Horizons Youth Internship grant focuses on engaging young professionals in projects that facilitate environmental advancements within the STEM fields. These activities are designed to foster growth and innovation while supporting the workforce transition of young graduates.

Creation and execution of projects related to environmental science and technology.
Development of innovative environmental engineering solutions.
Scientific research projects with a focus on environmental challenges.
Mathematical modeling and data analysis projects addressing environmental issues.
Implementation of environment-focused technological advancements in businesses.

Eligible geographic areas

The Science Horizons Youth Internship covers specific expenses related to the intern's employment.

80% of the participant’s salary, up to $25,000, for a full-time position.
Additional participant supports, potentially up to $5,000.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

ECO Canada provides additional support to the recruitment process through resources like a Job Board.
Employers are required to provide a new, full-time, permanent position as part of the eligible criteria.
The program is designed to enhance environmental career pathways and skill development.
Continuous reporting is required to maintain eligibility for wage subsidy throughout the placement period.
The program promotes mentorship and network building for young professionals in the environmental sector.

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