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Intrapreneurship program
Fellowship program offering paid work experience to diverse students
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : September 24, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
The Intrapreneurship Program aims to support Canadian small and medium-sized businesses by offering paid talent from underserved communities to work on innovative projects in areas such as marketing, data analysis, and project management. Eligible companies must operate within Canada, have fewer than 500 employees, and be committed to diversifying their workforce. The program provides students with up to 60 hours of project work over 7 weeks, enhancing their skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : January 1, 2023
- Closing date : September 24, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
Eligible projects for this grant focus on innovation and skill development across various organizational functions. These activities aim to enhance capability in key areas while providing valuable work experience for students from underserved communities.
- Marketing projects that encompass strategy development, campaigns, and market analysis.
- Communications initiatives to improve internal and external messaging and brand positioning.
- Human Resources projects focused on talent management and organizational culture enhancement.
- Market Research projects involving data collection, consumer analysis, and competitive insight.
- Operations and Project Management tasks aimed at improving processes and project execution.
- Sales projects targeting new market penetration and customer engagement strategies.
- Data Analysis and Mathematics assignments involving data processing and statistical analysis.
- Design activities focused on creative production and user experience enhancement.
- Media projects including content creation and media strategy implementation.
- Education programs that support learning, curriculum design, and pedagogical methods.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Eligible entities must be small and medium-sized businesses operating within Canada, having less than 500 employees, and showing a commitment to diversify their workforce and innovate within their operations. Additionally, proposed projects should aim to develop at least one of the following skills: communication, teamwork, resiliency, analytical capabilities, or problem solving. Underserved communities, including BIPOC individuals, newcomers to Canada, persons with disabilities, women in STEM fields, and students living in rural or non-urban areas, are prioritized for engagement.Eligible expenses
The eligible projects for this grant aim to enhance organizational innovation and provide valuable work experience for underserved communities in Canada. The projects cover a diverse range of areas, allowing students to develop critical skills and contribute meaningfully to the participating organizations.
- Marketing projects that focus on strategy and execution.
- Communications projects to enhance internal and external messaging.
- Human Resources projects for developing inclusive policies and practices.
- Market Research projects involving data collection and analysis.
- Operations & Project Management projects to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Sales projects that strategize market expansion and revenue growth.
- Data Analysis & Mathematics projects that leverage statistical tools and techniques.
- Design projects focusing on product or brand development.
- Media projects that engage with digital and traditional platforms.
- Education projects aimed at enhancing learning tools and resources.
Eligible geographic areas
This program is available to businesses regardless of their specific location, given they operate within Canada. It aims to foster innovation and diversity across all provinces and territories.
- Canadian provinces.
- Canadian territories.
Additional information
The grant program aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises across Canada by providing paid talent from underserved communities to work on innovative projects.
- Applications are reviewed every 3-5 business days.
- Eligible projects must contribute to the innovation of the organization.
- Projects should develop at least one of the following skills: communication, teamwork, resiliency, analytical capabilities, or problem solving.
- Eligible Canadian organizations must have fewer than 500 staff members.
- Projects can span across various categories such as Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Market Research, Operations & Project Management, Sales, Data Analysis & Mathematics, Design, Media, and Education.
- Students commit to 60 hours of project work over 7 weeks.
- The program is designed to support BIPOC, newcomers to Canada, persons with disabilities, women in STEM fields, and students living in rural/ non-urban communities.
- International students are not eligible due to funding restrictions.
- The grant is funded by the Government of Canada's Innovative Work-Integrated Learning Initiative Program.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Intrapreneurship program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Intrapreneurship program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Intrapreneurship program?
The Intrapreneurship Program aims to support Canadian small and medium-sized businesses by offering paid talent from underserved communities to work on innovative projects in areas such as marketing, data analysis, and project management. Eligible companies must operate within Canada, have fewer than 500 employees, and be committed to diversifying their workforce. The program provides students with up to 60 hours of project work over 7 weeks, enhancing their skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 24, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Intrapreneurship program program?
To be eligible for the Intrapreneurship program program, you must:
Operate in any Canadian province or territory.
Have fewer than 500 staff members.
Be interested in diversifying voices and talent at your organization.
What expenses are eligible under Intrapreneurship program?
Eligible projects for this grant focus on innovation and skill development across various organizational functions. These activities aim to enhance capability in key areas while providing valuable work experience for students from underserved communities. Marketing projects that encompass strategy development, campaigns, and market analysis.
Communications initiatives to improve internal and external messaging and brand positioning.
Human Resources projects focused on talent management and organizational culture enhancement.
Market Research projects involving data collection, consumer analysis, and competitive insight.
Operations and Project Management tasks aimed at improving processes and project execution.
Sales projects targeting new market penetration and customer engagement strategies.
Data Analysis and Mathematics assignments involving data processing and statistical analysis.
Design activities focused on creative production and user experience enhancement.
Media projects including content creation and media strategy implementation.
Education programs that support learning, curriculum design, and pedagogical methods.
Where is the Intrapreneurship program available?
The Intrapreneurship program program is available across Canada.
Is the Intrapreneurship program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Intrapreneurship program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Intrapreneurship program?
Intrapreneurship program is funded by Venture for Canada