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  • grant_single|openingDateMay 11, 2021
grant_single|financingType
Wage Subsidies And Interns
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
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grant_card_status|open

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Get up to $45,000 to cover 100% of the wages when you hire a recent Indigenous post-secondary graduate for a maximum of 2 years.

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The Indigenous Internship Program (IIP) facilitates job placements for recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates to help them gain work experience and skills in their field of study. Businesses and organizations interested in hosting interns can apply to participate in this program.
  • Submit a letter expressing interest in hosting an intern.
  • Provide an orientation plan for the intern.
  • Submit a work plan detailing anticipated knowledge and skill outcomes for the intern.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 45,000

Hire an Indigenous Marketing Intern to develop a digital strategy

$ 45,000

Provide an Indigenous post-secondary graduate a real estate internship

$ 45,000

Engage an Indigenous graduate for a community outreach role

$ 45,000

Offer a job placement for an Indigenous IT support specialist

$ 45,000

Recruit an Indigenous graduate as a graphic design intern

$ 45,000

Incorporate an Indigenous finance assistant into our team

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Organizations eligible to host an intern for the Indigenous Internship Program must meet specific criteria.
  • Provincial and Federal government departments and agencies.
  • Crown Corporations.
  • Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs).
  • Not-for-profit organizations.
  • Indigenous communities and organizations.
  • JEDI's industry partners.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Provincial and Federal government departments and agenciesCrown CorporationsCommunity Business Development Corporations (CBDCs)Not-for-profit organizationsIndigenous communities and organizationsJEDI's industry partners

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

This grant supports organizations in providing valuable internship experiences for recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates. The eligible activities focus on planning, hosting, and managing interns to facilitate their transition into full-time employment.
  • Development and submission of a letter expressing interest in hosting an intern.
  • Creation of an orientation plan tailored for the intern's integration into the host organization.
  • Formulation of a detailed work plan outlining the intended knowledge and skill outcomes for the intern.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

This grant's geographical eligibility information is not explicitly detailed in the provided context. As such, the specific eligible regions for companies applying remain unspecified.

grant_single_labels|criteria

Evaluation and selection criteria for the Indigenous Internship Program (IIP) include:
  • Demonstrated interest in hosting an intern
  • Clear orientation and work plan for the intern
  • Potential knowledge and skill outcomes for the intern
  • Relevance to the organization's objectives
  • Preference for applicants with post-secondary degrees
  • Graduation within the last 3 years
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • Funds for the program are limited, making timely application submission crucial as they are reviewed on a first come, first served basis.
  • Not all employer applications will be approved, indicating a competitive selection process.
  • JEDI oversees the IIP with input from the IIP Working Group, highlighting the collaborative nature of the program management.
  • The IIP Working Group and JEDI meet at least twice annually to monitor the program and provide insights, showcasing ongoing oversight.
  • Applicants should be proactive in identifying potential matches between graduates and host organizations to enhance their application.

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JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program

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