ECO Canada — Student Work Placement Program
Canada
Money to hire students for an environmental co-op
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- grant_single|openingDateNovember 10, 2022
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Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
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- ECO Canada
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If you’re working on an environmental project, you could get connected with a post-secondary student in STEAM or business and a subsidy to cover 50% of their salary up to $5,000 for a maximum of 16 weeks.
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For the Student Work Placement (Co-op) program, eligible projects or activities include:
- Real-world work placements for post-secondary students in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math (STEAM) and Business fields
- Developing environmental career pathways, skill development, and business growth
- Providing support for the Canadian environmental workforce through wage and training funding
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$2,400
Sustainability advisor role for a business student at Forever Green Initiatives
$2,500
Real-world work placement for a data analyst student at GreenTech Solutions
$3,000
Web development internship for a computer science student at CleanTech Innovations
$2,200
Graphic design internship for an arts student at RecycleYourTech
$2,520
Research assistant position for an engineering student at GreenEnergy Labs
$2,400
Environmental impact study internship for a biology student at EcoBio Research
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Eligibility for this grant requires businesses to meet certain criteria related to their type and operations.
- The program is open to businesses of all sizes.
- Host employers must be a Canadian-owned or Canadian subsidiary (excludes municipalities, governments & post-secondary institutions).
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Post-secondary students who are current students in Canadian institutions and are pursuing fields related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math (STEAM), or Business are eligible to apply. They must hold Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee status. Additionally, employers of all sizes that are Canadian-owned or Canadian subsidiaries (excluding municipalities, governments, and post-secondary institutions) can apply. Employers must offer placements between 6 to 16 weeks with a minimum of 180 hours and align with the student’s educational field.
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This program excludes specific types of organizations from eligibility based on their status or main business activities. These restrictions aim to ensure funding goes to strategic and eligible sectors with a clear focus on student development in a professional setting.
- Municipalities and government entities are not eligible.
- Post-secondary institutions cannot apply as employers under this program.
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The Student Work Placement Program provides funding assistance for student placements that align with their field of study. It aims to bridge the gap between academic education and hands-on work experience in the environmental sector.
- Placement of post-secondary students in projects that align with or benefit their studies in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math (STEAM), and Business.
- Engagement in environmental workforce projects where students can apply their academic knowledge practically.
- Opportunities for students to gain practical experience in work settings related to their educational focus during a full-time or part-time placement.
- Facilitating student involvement in employer-driven projects that stimulate skill development and workforce advancement in an environmental context.
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The Student Work Placement Program provides funding to cover a portion of student wages during their co-op placement.
- 50% of a student's wages up to a maximum of $5,000.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- No age restriction for applicants
- Funding focus on STEAM & Business fields
- Placement must align with the student's Post-Secondary Education
- Applicants must be current Canadian post-secondary students
- Open to students with Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or refugee status
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Apply Online
- Visit the ECO Canada Student Work Placement Program website.
- Choose the appropriate application path: Apply as a Student or Apply as an Employer.
- Fill out the online application form with the required information.
- Step 2: Approval Notification
- Once pre-qualified, both students and employers will receive an email informing them of their approval to participate in the program.
- Step 3: Placement Recruitment
- Begin recruitment for the placement through resources such as the ECO Canada Job Board.
- Employers can post job opportunities, and students can submit their resumes for consideration.
- Step 4: Contract Finalization
- After a match is confirmed between a pre-approved student and employer, contracts are prepared.
- Sign and return the contracts to ECO Canada within 15 days of issuance.
- Step 5: Funding Receipt
- Employers can receive up to 50% of the wage coverage, to a maximum of $5,000, once the placement begins.
- Both employers and students must complete required reports throughout the placement period to maintain funding eligibility.
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Here is some additional relevant information for the grant:
- ECO Canada provides resources such as a Job Board to assist with recruitment efforts.
- Both employers and students are required to fill out reports throughout the placement period to ensure funding is received.
- The employment placement is expected to offer real-world experience related to the student’s field of study.
- Contracts confirming placements should be signed and returned within 15 days of being issued to secure funding.
- The program emphasizes the alignment of the work placement with the student's educational background or career goals.
- The program requires a minimum of 180 work hours within the placement duration to qualify for the wage subsidy.
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Unlock Opportunities with the Student Work Placement Program
The Student Work Placement (Co-op) Program, funded by the Government of Canada, provides crucial wage support to post-secondary students and environmental sector employers, fostering practical skill development and economic growth. Open for applications, this initiative offers funding that covers up to 50% of a student’s wages, enticing businesses to engage with Canada's future environmental workforce.
Detailed Insights into the Student Work Placement Program
The Student Work Placement Program serves as a bridge between academic institutions and the dynamic world of the environmental workforce in Canada. By subsidizing student wages, this government-funded initiative aims to enhance the employability of current post-secondary students pursuing studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math (STEAM), and Business. The program not only benefits students by providing real-world experience in their fields of study but also helps employers by subsidizing a significant portion of student wages, which can amount to a maximum of $5,000 over the placement period.
This placement program fosters the strategic pairing of students with environmental organizations across Canada, allowing them to gain invaluable hands-on experience while companies benefit from fresh perspectives and cutting-edge knowledge. The program is designed to address the needs of both participating students and employers. It extends opportunities to employers of all sizes, ensuring a diverse array of Canadian businesses can tap into the talent pool emerging from universities and colleges.
Upon applications, students and employers are briefed on their eligibility, after which they engage in the self-initiated recruitment process. This approach not only empowers students to seek positions aligned with their career goals but also enables employers to hire candidates that best fit their organizational needs. ECO Canada offers support throughout this stage with resources like job boards, facilitating a smooth recruitment process.
Moreover, once a match is confirmed, ECO Canada handles the logistics of ensuring the funding process is seamless. Contracts outlining the responsibilities and expectations of both parties are mandatory, ensuring clarity and compliance throughout the placement. Employers, in turn, gain a 50% wage reimbursement, up to $5,000 per student, thus reducing financial burdens and encouraging the hiring of students for full or part-time roles that last between 6 and 16 weeks.
In addition to fostering employability, this program helps build a skilled workforce that can respond to Canada’s environmental challenges. The hands-on experience students gain helps in developing work-ready skills, enhancing their ability to contribute to the workforce immediately upon graduation. The training and exposure provided through these placements are instrumental in equipping students with the necessary tools to thrive in their future careers.
The Student Work Placement Program not only helps individual participants but contributes significantly to the broader goal of economic and environmental advancement in Canada. As more students gain access to practical learning environments, the gap between academic education and vocational readiness is bridged, fostering a robust and capable future workforce. This program significantly impacts both local and national economies by nurturing talent that is equipped to innovate and drive sustainable development across varied industries.
Overall, the Student Work Placement (Co-op) Program stands as a testament to the Canadian government's commitment to education, workforce development, and economic growth. By investing in the leaders of tomorrow, the program plays a crucial role in ensuring that the country’s environmental sector continues to evolve, adapting to new challenges and opportunities in a world that increasingly values sustainability and innovation.