Workforce Development
Supporting Canada's clean economy through internship programs.Support for employers
Our subsidized internship programs help employers grow their workforce and support Canada’s transition to a clean economy.
Support for youth
Our paid internship programs help open doors for youth looking to gain meaningful work experience in the growing environmental sector across the country.
Our programs
Nova Scotia based
Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program
The Clean Leadership Summer Internship Program provides paid employment opportunities for youth (ages 15-30) looking to work in Nova Scotia’s growing clean economy.
Indigenous Wage Subsidy Initiative
Connecting Indigenous job seekers (age 15 and up) residing in Nova Scotia with qualifying positions in the clean economy in Nova Scotia. Employers can receive a subsidy covering up to 80 per cent of the employee’s salary (up to $15,000, for a maximum period of eight months).
National programs
Green Jobs Internship Program
The Green Jobs Internship program, funded by Natural Resource Canada, provides employment opportunities for youth (ages 15-30) in Canada’s natural resources sector.
Science Horizons Internship Program
The Science Horizons Internship Program, funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada, provides employment opportunities for youth (ages 15-30) in Canada’s environmental sector.