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About this opportunity

BYP is a 5‑month hybrid program designed to accelerate green careers for underserved youth. Key features:

Training workshops (online): Communication, finance, digital engagement, climate solutions, and data tools for sustainability.
Mentorship & networking: Guidance from professionals in Canada’s green industries and policymakers; peer‑to‑peer networking.
Paid work experience: 3–6 month internships in green jobs (in‑person, remote, or hybrid). Employers receive subsidies up to $6,500 CAD to cover 50% of intern salaries.
Experiential Learning Weekend (in‑person): Group collaboration on sustainability challenges, networking, and community building.
Mentorship commitment: Mentors guide 2 participants, hosting 3 sessions between March–June 2026. Communities served: Indigenous youth (including northern territories), women, LGBTQ2+, newcomers, racialized communities, differently‑abled individuals, low‑income youth, and rural/remote communities.

United Nations Association in Canada (UNA‑Canada), supported by the RBC FoundationOther

Building Young Professionals

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Opportunity type

Other

Funding

Fully Funded

Location

Canada

Deadline

Archived

About this opportunity

BYP is a 5‑month hybrid program designed to accelerate green careers for underserved youth. Key features:

Training workshops (online): Communication, finance, digital engagement, climate solutions, and data tools for sustainability.
Mentorship & networking: Guidance from professionals in Canada’s green industries and policymakers; peer‑to‑peer networking.
Paid work experience: 3–6 month internships in green jobs (in‑person, remote, or hybrid). Employers receive subsidies up to $6,500 CAD to cover 50% of intern salaries.
Experiential Learning Weekend (in‑person): Group collaboration on sustainability challenges, networking, and community building.
Mentorship commitment: Mentors guide 2 participants, hosting 3 sessions between March–June 2026. Communities served: Indigenous youth (including northern territories), women, LGBTQ2+, newcomers, racialized communities, differently‑abled individuals, low‑income youth, and rural/remote communities.

Who can apply

Must be 20–29 years old
Must reside in Canada
Must demonstrate interest in sustainability and green careers
Must submit:
Online application form
Resume and background details
Short essays on career goals and community impact

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