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Science Horizons Youth Internship Program

Closed wage support for environmental STEM internships

Offered by
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)

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Funding available
$ 30,000
Up to 80% of project cost
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Employers with employment opportunities in environmental STEM fields
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Overview

Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is a federal wage subsidy program for employers across Canada supporting recent post-secondary graduates in environmental STEM roles. The program is closed and no longer accepts applications; funded supports include wage subsidies, training, and wrap-around services.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$30,000
Maximum share of project costs
80%
Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Develop workforce skills

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Canada
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Employer Support Programs Updated

The employer support programs page now shows detailed funding amounts and clearer target audiences, with new newsletter sign-up information added.

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The employer support programs page now includes specific funding details, including up to $20,000 for the Career Starter program and up to $5,000 for paid internships. It also expands the description of who the programs are for, emphasizing bioeconomy organizations and employers hiring young talent facing barriers to employment. A newsletter sign-up link has been added so visitors can receive future updates. The page does not show a new deadline or application window.

August 13, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Employers with employment opportunities in environmental STEM fields

Who is not eligible

  • Post-secondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and polytechnics, cannot be the employer of record for student placements.

Eligible expenses

  • Wage subsidies for interns
  • Skills development costs
  • Training costs
  • Wrap-around services

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Activities funded

  • Hiring recent post-secondary graduates for paid internships in environmental STEM positions.
  • Offering 4-12 month work-integrated learning placements with hands-on experience and mentorship.

How to apply

  • Review the federal program overview.
  • Choose the most suitable delivery organization.
  • Submit an employer application via the chosen delivery organization’s online portal.
  • Recruit and register an eligible intern.
  • Sign the funding agreement.

Selection criteria

  • Priority is being given to Bioscience employers.
  • Healthcare organizations that overlap with the bio-economy may be considered for funding.

Processing and Agreement

  • Once you have signed your agreement, your application will move into the Active Internship stage and your midterm report documents will become available in the portal.
  • You will be notified by email 10 days prior to your midterm to remind you to log in and complete these documents.
  • To process your midterm subsidy claim, you must send a request for the intern midterm report, complete the employer midterm report, and upload all corresponding paystubs and training receipts, if applicable.
  • If you do not have official paystubs, you must also include proof of payment with copies of e-transfer or direct deposit confirmations.
  • The Career Launcher team will process subsidy payments within 15 business days of receiving all required documents at the midterm point and end of the internship.

Additional information

  • The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is closed. Applications are no longer being accepted.
  • Employer matching services are not provided; youth interested in participating must find a placement before the application process starts.
  • Back-to-back placements can be funded.

Contacts

science.horiz@ec.gc.ca
1-866-243-2472 ext. 222
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program Program

What is the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program?

Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is a federal wage subsidy program for employers across Canada supporting recent post-secondary graduates in environmental STEM roles. The program is closed and no longer accepts applications; funded supports include wage subsidies, training, and wrap-around services.

How much funding can be received?

Science Horizons Youth Internship Program Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program program?

To be eligible for the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program program, you must: The internship must be for a recent post-secondary graduate. The internship must be in an environmental STEM field. All submitted internship applications must be for new positions or new projects only.

What expenses are eligible under Science Horizons Youth Internship Program?

Wage subsidies for interns Skills development costs Training costs Wrap-around services

Who can I contact for more information about the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program?

You can contact Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) by email at science.horiz@ec.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-243-2472 ext. 222.

Where is the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program available?

The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program program is available across Canada.

Is the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns