Clean Leadership Summer Internships — PEI ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Private sector businesses operating in Prince Edward Island - Non-profit organizations based in PEI - Social enterprises and co-operatives - Public sector organizations (limited eligibility) - Organizations with active business registration in PEI - Employers capable of providing meaningful clean tech or environmental project work ### 💰 Funding Details - Wage Subsidy Coverage: Up to 60% of intern wages - Program Duration Options: - 9-week internship stream - 15-week internship stream - Repayability: Grant (non-repayable) - Matching Requirement: Employer covers remaining 40% of wage costs - Funding Structure: Direct wage subsidy paid to employer or intern, depending on program administration ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Student intern wages (primary eligible expense) - Internship positions in clean technology projects - Environmental remediation project positions - Renewable energy initiatives - Sustainable business practice implementation - Green infrastructure development - Clean tech research and development roles - Environmental consulting or assessment work ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Internship must be summer-based (seasonal timing requirement) - Student must meet specified eligibility criteria (typically post-secondary students or recent graduates) - Employer must commit to 40% wage cost contribution - Project must demonstrate clear clean tech or environmental benefit - Internship positions must provide legitimate learning and work experience - Employer must comply with employment standards and workplace safety regulations - Application deadlines typically set before summer season begins - Progress reporting or completion documentation may be required - Funds must be used within the designated summer period