Grant
Federal
Active
Green Jobs - Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP)
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Maximum Funding
Wage subsidy of up to 75% of intern wages for up to 12 months
Ongoing — rolling applications through delivery partners, subject to annual f...
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Varies
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
—
Co-Funding
75%
Green Jobs - Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP) provides up to Wage subsidy of up to 75% of intern wages for up to 12 months. Supports training and skills development for jobs in the green economy and clean technology sectors, often through wage subsidies for youth in environmental roles (delivered via various partner organizations). The program covers up to 75% of eligible costs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Program Description
Supports training and skills development for jobs in the green economy and clean technology sectors, often through wage subsidies for youth in environmental roles (delivered via various partner organizations).
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a Canadian organization able to create internship positions in the green economy or clean technology sectors
- Eligible employers include non-profits, companies, and research organizations in environmental or clean tech fields
- Internships must be for youth (typically under 30) in environmental, clean energy, or sustainability roles
- Wage subsidy covers up to 75% of intern wages for placements up to 12 months
- Organization must provide structured mentorship and training during the placement
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Difficulty
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Competition
Low
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Funding Details
- Amount
- Wage subsidy of up to 75% of intern wages for up to 12 months
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Federal
- Co-Funding
- Up to 75% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Ongoing — rolling applications through delivery partners, subject to annual funding availability
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Rejection Pitfalls 8
- Organization is not in the natural resources sector (energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences, clean technology)
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Required Documents 8
✓ Application form through a delivery partner (e.g., ECO Canada, BioTalent, Colleges and Institutes Canada)
✓ Proof of legal entity incorporated or registered in Canada
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