Careerlauncher | Career Launcher Natural Resources Internships
$32,000.00
Maximum Eligible Amount
Government Grant
Fund Type
Natural Resources Internships
Mobilize an inclusive and skilled green workforce to advance sustainable practices.
Get young workers–especially Indigenous youth, youth living with disabilities and youth living in Northern, rural and remote communities–started in the green economy. Hire an intern in a position that supports the sustainable development of Canada’s natural resources and give them the chance to apply their skills in a green job. You can get up to $32,000 towards their salary and training expenses.
Funded by Natural Resources Canada as part of their Science and Technology Internship Program creating green jobs to help young Canadians of diverse backgrounds gain experience in the natural resources sector, including in energy, forestry, mining and earth sciences.
Up to $25,000 is available for an intern’s salary, and up to $32,000 is available for the salary of Indigenous youth, youth living with disabilities and youth living in Northern or remote communities. *
In both cases, funding can cover up to 80% of the salary and can also be used towards training expenses. Employers must establish an employment contract with interns, and they must be paid following a regular payment cycle.
Reimbursement will be dispersed midway and at the end of the internship when the required documentation, including intern paystubs, is submitted.
Cannot be used:
- For positions receiving a Science and Technology Internship grant from another program delivery partner.
- For a currently filled positions
- To replace an employee who is on leave
- For a current employee moving to a new position
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