Summer Employment for Nunavut Students

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Q: Is the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Summer Employment for Nunavut Students is a Wage Subsidies And Interns

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students?

Summer Employment for Nunavut Students is funded by Government of Nunavut

Q: Who is eligible for the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program?

To be eligible for the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program, you must: • Applicant must be a student residing in Nunavut.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students?

You can contact Government of Nunavut.

Q: Where is the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students available?

The Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program is available the province of NU.

Q: Are youth (under 40) eligible for the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program?

Yes, youth under 40 are eligible to apply for the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program.

Q: Are Indigenous Peoples eligible for the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program?

Yes, Indigenous Peoples are eligible to apply for the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NU, Canada

Wage subsidy for Nunavut students during summer

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Closing date : July 12, 2024

Financing Type

Wage Subsidies And Interns

Eligible Industries

Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Closed

Overview

Access a wage subsidy to hire and train Nunavut students over 15 years old during the summer months where they can receive valuable work experience as well as earn money to support them over their next school year.

Activities funded

Participation in summer student employment with the Government of Nunavut.
On-the-job training within public service departments.
Acquisition of practical work experience to support career development.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 30,000

Launch a summer coding bootcamp for Nunavut students

$ 15,000

Develop a community garden with the help of Nunavut students

$ 12,000

Summer marketing internship for Nunavut students with a local business

$ 20,000

Summer arts program for Nunavut students focusing on traditional and digital arts

$ 25,000

Environmental research project involving Nunavut students

$ 30,000

Hire and train 5 Nunavut students for a summer IT project

Eligibility

The employer must be the Government of Nunavut hiring students through the Summer Student Employment Equity Program (SSEEP).

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

Companies engaged in illegal activities.
Non-profit organizations.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant may include:

Coverage of wages for summer employment for Nunavut students
Funding for specific projects or initiatives related to employment equity

Eligible geographic areas

Nunavut

Selection criteria

For the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students grant, applicants are evaluated based on specific criteria. The evaluation and selection criteria include:

Academic performance
Relevance to the position
Availability for the duration of the employment period
Interest in contributing to the community

How to apply

Gather Required Documents

Prepare your resumé. For guidance, refer to the resumé writing tips provided.
Obtain proof of enrolment, such as an acceptance letter, transcript, or letter from the registrar.
Secure proof of residency, e.g., Nunavut Health Care card, driver's licence, or other valid documents.
Arrange reference(s) if needed and consider obtaining a criminal record check or vulnerable sector check if required.

Complete Application Form

Access and fill out the application form by clicking the provided link.
If accessing issues arise, download the form to your computer and open it using Adobe Acrobat.

Submit Application

Ensure all sections of the application form are fully completed.
Submit the completed application along with all required documents before the deadline, July 12, 2024.

Confirmation

Await confirmation from the Government of Nunavut regarding the receipt and processing of your application.
Keep a copy of the submitted application and any confirmation received for your records.

Additional information

Students are encouraged to apply early as positions are filled on an ongoing basis before the deadline.
A criminal record check or vulnerable sector check may be required for some positions.
Applicants may be asked to provide references as part of their application package.
Application form may need to be downloaded and opened in Adobe Acrobat if browser issues occur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Summer Employment for Nunavut Students. 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.