JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $45000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?

JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program is funded by Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)

Q: Who is eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program?

To be eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program, you must: • Organizations must be provincial or federal government departments and agencies, Crown Corporations, Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs), not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous communities and organizations, or JEDI's industry partners.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?

You can contact Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI).

Q: Where is the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program available?

The JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program is available across Canada.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Wage subsidy to hire Indigenous graduates

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $45,000
Up to 100% of project cost

Timeline

Open Date : May 11, 2021

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Joint Economic Development Initiative

Program status

Open

Overview

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.

Activities funded

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 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

Eligibility

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.

Who is eligible?

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

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.

Eligible geographic areas

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.

Selection 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

How to apply

Prepare Host Organization Documents

Write a letter describing your organization’s interest in hosting an intern.
Draft an orientation plan for the intern.
Develop a work plan, detailing anticipated knowledge and skill outcomes for the intern.

Identify and Include Potential Intern

If you've identified a potential Indigenous post-secondary graduate, include their name and resume in your application.
Prospective interns should also prepare an up-to-date resume and a cover letter explaining their interest in the program.
If no specific employer is involved, potential interns should list possible employers they are interested in working with.

Application Submission

Submit the application to JEDI’s Provincial Indigenous Employment Coordinator, Nisa Kennedy via email at: Nisa.Kennedy@jedinb.ca.

Additional information

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.

Documents and links

JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program

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Frequently Asked Questions about the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the JEDI — Indigenous Internship 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 JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?

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.