ELITE Program for Black Youth
The ELITE Program (Experiential Learning in Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship) provides Black youth and other students with hands-on, work-integrated internship experiences in fields like robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing. Interns are matched with university researchers, industry partners, or government agencies in Alberta for projects lasting 8 to 16 weeks, while also receiving leadership, entrepreneurship, and resiliency training.
Program details
- Deadline
- Deadline unconfirmed
- Grade level
- Grades 9–12
- Age range
- Ages 15–22
- Program type
- Internship
- Duration
- Up to 8 or 16 weeks
- Attendance
- Not specified
Eligibility
Open to youth aged 15-22. While designed for Black youth, others may apply, though the wellness coaching series is tailored for Black participants. Priority is given to students enrolled or planning to enroll in post-secondary programs.
Costs and support
- Cost
- Not specified
- Financial aid
- Not specified
- Stipend
- Paid at at least the prescribed minimum wage in Alberta.
- Contact program
- elite@ualberta.ca
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