Student Energy Green Jobs
The Student Energy Green Jobs program provides wage funding, training, and financial support for youth advancing sustainable energy who are entering the green jobs industry.
Program Overview
Supporting Youth to Access Green Energy Opportunities
Student Energy will provide employers with wage subsidies and youth with training and wraparound service funds to promote engagement and create jobs in the clean energy sector. Full-time roles in Canada lasting at least six months promoting sustainability in the energy sector will be supported.
EMPLOYERS
Sustainably add new perspectives and capacity to your team today!
You can receive up to $21,500 covering wage and mandatory employment related costs for a new role on your team, and access a pool of youth applicants completing Student Energy training programs.
Apply to the program today to support hiring a youth (aged 18-30) to work in the Green Economy.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Organizations include:
- Organizations in the natural resources sector
- Legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada, including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations (including Band Councils, Tribal Councils and self-governing entities)
- Provincial, territorial, regional, and municipal governments and their departments and agencies
Eligible roles include:
- Roles that protect the environment or are invested in delivering positive environmental outcomes
- Roles that offer youth full-time (minimum 30 hours per week, some exceptions may apply) quality employment or skills training opportunities for 6 to 12 months, starting in 2025
- New positions, creating additional opportunities and capacity on your team
Curious if your role would be eligible? Contact Student Energy staff at greenjobs@studentenergy.org
YOUTH INTERNS
Get a role in the clean energy sector today!
Youth hired into roles through the Green Jobs Program will gain access to up to $1000 in funds to address barriers to their employment, and unlock new training opportunities to increase your employability.
Join our pool of applicants to get special access to new roles through the Green Jobs program today!
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Youth are:
- Between 18 and 30 years of age
- Able to work in Canada
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or have refugee status
- Available to work at least 30 hours per week (some exceptions apply)
Whether you’ve already interviewed and received an offer of employment with a Green Jobs approved employer, or you’re looking to be connected with new Green Jobs from across Canada, please complete our Youth Participant Application Form.
What are Green Jobs?
A green job is a role that aims to protect the environment or that is interested in delivering positive environmental outcomes.
Environmental Skills Roles
Example: Energy Analyst
Analyse energy usage and recommend green efficiency solutions
Also Includes:
- Environmental Engineer
- Climate Scientist
- Ecologist
Environmentally Beneficial Roles
Example: Solar Technician
Installs and maintains solar energy systems for homes and businesses
Also Includes:
- Wind Turbine Technician
- EV Charging Specialist
- Conservation Worker
Supporting Organizational Roles
Example: Energy Analyst
Develops and implements sustainability initiatives across organizations
Also Includes:
- ESG Coordinator
- Green Supply Chain Coordinator
- Climate Action Engagement Coordinator