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Student Work Placement Program
Wage subsidies for student work placements
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Employers can receive wage subsidies of up to $5,000 per placement, and up to $7,000 for a confirmed priority group student. The program supports paid work placements for post-secondary students across Canada in sectors served by its funding recipients.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 7,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
- Higher Education
- Environment
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- New immigrants & refugees
- People with disabilities
- Women & girls
- Academia / students
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Paid work placements for post-secondary students.
- Work-integrated learning opportunities such as internships, co-op placements, practicums, and mentorship programs.
Documents Needed
- Signed subsidy agreement
- Student status proof
- Employer report
- Student report
- Invoice for the amount claimed
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian cultural sector employers
- For-profit businesses
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Employers in industries served by the program’s delivery partners
Who is not eligible
- Canadian government institutions
- Federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal governments
- Post-secondary education institutions
Eligible expenses
- Student wages for approved work placements.
- Mandatory employment-related costs linked to the placement.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Other federal funding for the same wages, unless prior written confirmation is obtained from the recipient.
- Government employers.
- Post-secondary education institutions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a funding recipient or delivery organization.
- For one recipient, approval is confirmed only after the agreement is signed and returned.
- Funding can be revoked or cancelled if conditions are not met or the employer is non-responsive.
- Some recipients require reports, surveys, and proof documents before payment is issued.
Additional information
- Employers can apply year-round.
- Applications are submitted through a funding recipient.
- Some recipients may open and close intake periodically.
- For one recipient, a signed agreement is required to secure funding.
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the Student Work Placement Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Student Work Placement 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 Student Work Placement Program?
Employers can receive wage subsidies of up to $5,000 per placement, and up to $7,000 for a confirmed priority group student. The program supports paid work placements for post-secondary students across Canada in sectors served by its funding recipients.
How much funding can be received?
Student Work Placement Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Student Work Placement Program program?
To be eligible for the Student Work Placement Program program, you must:
Employer offering a paid student placement.
Placement submitted through a funding recipient.
What expenses are eligible under Student Work Placement Program?
Paid work placements for post-secondary students.
Work-integrated learning opportunities such as internships, co-op placements, practicums, and mentorship programs.
Who can I contact for more information about the Student Work Placement Program?
You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Where is the Student Work Placement Program available?
The Student Work Placement Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Student Work Placement Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Student Work Placement Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns