Clean Foundation — Green Jobs
Highlights
The Green Jobs Internship Program is a fantastic opportunity for your business to access quality, job-ready candidates in the natural resources sector. By participating, you can receive up to 75% wage subsidies for hiring interns, with a maximum of $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, or those in remote communities, and up to $24,000 for women and racialized youth. This financial support can significantly reduce your hiring costs while bringing fresh talent into your organization.
What’s in it for you?
- Substantial wage subsidies to ease financial burdens.
- Access to a national job board with candidates eager to work in energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences.
- Support from Clean Foundation, ensuring a smooth and beneficial experience for both you and the intern.
Qualifying for this program is straightforward, and being approved means you can grow your business with less financial strain. This program not only helps you innovate and expand but also supports the next generation of professionals in the natural resources sector.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Wage Subsidy
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- There are no repayment terms or interest rates as this is a wage subsidy.
Eligible Expenses:
- Up to 75% of an intern’s salary.
- Maximum of $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, and youth living in a northern or remote community.
- Maximum of $24,000 for women and racialized youth.
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used to subsidize the wages of interns hired in the natural resources sector.
Restrictions:
- Funds cannot be used for expenses other than intern wages.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with this program.
Qualifications
- Must be a Canadian employer in the natural resources sector, including energy, forestry, mining, and earth sciences.
- Must be hiring youth aged 15 to 30.
Must be able to provide employment opportunities for Indigenous youth, youth living with a disability, youth living in a northern or remote community, women, or racialized youth.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses outside the natural resources sector.
Description
The Green Jobs Internship program offers a great chance for your business to grow while supporting young talent. Funded by Natural Resources Canada, this program helps you hire young Canadians aged 15 to 30 in the natural resources sector.
You can receive up to 75% of an intern’s salary, with a maximum of $30,000 for Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities, or those living in remote areas. For women and racialized youth, the subsidy is up to 75% with a cap of $24,000.
This funding allows you to bring in fresh, job-ready candidates without bearing the full cost. It’s a win-win: your business gets the talent it needs to innovate and grow, and young people gain valuable work experience in their field.
Program Steps
Register Your Business: Start by creating an account on the Clean Foundation's Green Jobs Internship Program portal. This will allow you to access the application form and other resources.
Prepare Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to support your application. These typically include:
- Business registration details
- Financial statements
- Job descriptions for the intern positions
- Proof of business operations in the natural resources sector
- Any previous experience with internship programs (if applicable)
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form available on the portal. Provide detailed information about your business, the internship positions, and how these roles align with the natural resources sector.
Submit the Application: Once the form is completed and all documents are prepared, submit your application through the portal. Ensure all information is accurate and all required fields are filled.
Await Review and Approval: After submission, your application will be reviewed by the Clean Foundation team. They may contact you for additional information or clarification.
Receive Approval and Funding: If your application is approved, you will receive confirmation along with details about the funding amount and disbursement process. You can then proceed to hire interns and start the internship program.
Report on Progress: Throughout the internship period, you may be required to provide progress reports and updates to the Clean Foundation. This ensures compliance with the program’s requirements and helps track the success of the internships.