NRC IRAP Youth Employment Program
Summary
The NRC IRAP Youth Employment Program supports businesses in hiring recent graduates to drive their innovation projects. It offers financial assistance for salaries and associated expenses, aiming to foster youth employment within innovative Canadian companies. The program is open to eligible Canadian SMEs and non-profits.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Canadian for-profit company or a Canadian not-for-profit organization. - Must be looking to hire a recent graduate (within the last 3 years). - The graduate must be legally eligible to work in Canada. - The hire must support an eligible R&D or innovation project. - Specific criteria regarding the graduate's education and the company's financial health may apply.
How to Apply
1. Visit the NRC IRAP Youth Employment Program website: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/support-technology-innovation/programs-funding/youth-employment-program 2. Review the program guidelines and eligibility criteria carefully. 3. Prepare all required documentation, which typically includes business registration, financial statements, and details of the innovation project and the proposed hire. 4. Submit an application through the IRAP portal or contact an IRAP representative. 5. Be prepared to provide information on the graduate's qualifications and the intended role. 6. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis, but specific intake periods may apply.