Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Co-funded internship program matching graduate students with companies for business strategy, market research, and innovation projects. Mitacs and the company each contribute. Different from Accelerate which is research-focused.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityMitacs Business Strategy Internship is generally open to incorporated, partnership businesses, in any province or territory. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is 50% of intern stipend, up to $7,500 per internship. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Identify a university partner and graduate student 2. Define a 4-month project scope 3. Submit joint application with the university
Rolling: align with academic terms.