The Talent Development – Internship Program provides support for Small-and-Medium-Enterprises to hire recent post-secondary school graduates for Critical Technology projects that grow their business. It offers a flexible hiring solution to meet your business needs. You can hire one new graduate for up to 8 months or two graduates for 4 months each, depending on your project requirements.
This program not only supports your business growth but also contributes to the development of the future workforce. New hires will gain valuable experience and mentorship, preparing them to tackle critical technology projects.
CIT’s programs are building economic resilience by equipping Ontario businesses with the talent and skills needed to thrive long-term.
SME Benefits
- Temporary talent to support business growth
- Network development
- Strategic innovation partners
- Ecosystem navigation support
- Up to $20k from OCI
Eligibility
- Open to Ontario-based for-profit Small- and-Medium-Enterprises less than 500 staff.
- Recent graduates from an undergraduate or master’s program from an accredited college/university (within three years of graduation).
- 2 unit maximum per company (each 4-month internship is 1 unit)
- Intern must be involved with at least 1 named Critical Technology in 1 key sector
- Maximum $20k funding per company
- Matching of funds 1:1 by SME
Developing the workforce of the future, this program will support the growth of Ontario companies and foster skills in Critical Technology applications for new, young talent.
