How do I apply for Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Internship Program?

Visit Clean Foundation's website for application instructions.

What industries are eligible for Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Internship Program?

Eligible industries include: clean economy, environmental sector.

Who administers Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Internship Program?

This program is administered by Clean Foundation.

Are there similar programs to Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Internship Program?

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Clean Foundation — Science Horizons Internship Program

Clean Foundation

🌱 Clean Energy & Environment👔 Hiring📚 Training🔬 Research🍁 National

Subsidized intern to help combat climate change

Funding

$100 - $25,000

Deadline

Feb 20, 2026

Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Hire an intern for a positions that help combat climate changes and receive a subsidy of up to 80% of an intern’s salary to a maximum of $25,000 for youth from employment equity groups; and 50% to a maximum of $25,000 for qualified, job-ready youth.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Wage subsidies to help cover intern salaries (up to 80% for youth from employment equity groups, or 50% for other qualified youth, to a maximum of $25,000). Funds are also available for wrap-around services such as training, certifications, personal protective equipment, transportation, childcare/family care, remote work supports, and adaptive technology. Employers gain access to skilled, job-ready young Canadians and provide meaningful work experiences in the clean economy.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: clean economy, environmental sector

Region: Canada

Demographics: youth, employment equity groups

Other Criteria: Eligible employers: Legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada (for-profit, not-for-profit, Indigenous organizations, governments, public health, educational, cultural organizations, or individuals), Employers must be able to contribute at least 20% of the intern’s gross salary, Employers must be able to create a new position with an environmental focus for an individual who does not currently work at the organization, Employers must be able to host an internship between 4-11 months in length, Employers must be able to supervise and mentor an intern utilizing a formal training plan, Employers must have an established payroll system, Employers must be able to receive payments by direct deposit, Eligible interns: Must be between 15 and 30 years old at the start of the internship, Eligible interns: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, Eligible interns: Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have been granted refugee status, Eligible interns: Must be a graduate of degree or diploma programs from universities, colleges, post-secondary schools of technology, post-secondary institutes and CEGEP (collège d’enseignement général et professionnel, Québec)