Student Practical Internship Program
Wage subsidyCanada — federal
A federal wage subsidy program that provides Canadian employers with financial assistance when hiring eligible postsecondary students for approved paid internships. Employers receive up to 50% of student wages, capped at $5,000 per internship, to offset hiring costs while students gain work-integrated learning experience.
What you'll need
- Business registration or proof of legal entity status
- Proof of financial capacity to pay full student wages
- Job posting and student hiring documentation
- Proof of compliance with federal and provincial labour laws
- Workers' compensation coverage documentation (where required)
- Student enrollment verification from postsecondary institution
- Wage payment records and supporting documentation at end of internship