Building Young Professionals
Accelerating green careers for underserved youth
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In recent years, joining the green workforce has become a much more intricate and competitive process for people interested in environmental sustainability and related fields.
There is a growing demand for skills and work experience among young people entering their careers. At the same time, the demand for green jobs is increasing dramatically with environmental awareness and the need to reduce impact on the planet. However, many young people face barriers to finding employment in this growing sector.
To address this need, UNA-Canada and the RBC Foundation are excited to announce the Building Young Professionals (BYP) 2025 – Green Jobs of the Future programme.
BYP - Green Jobs of the Future is an innovative training and mentorship programme that provides underserved youth ages 20-29 across Canada with skills, professional networks and work experience to succeed in the green job market of the future.
About The Programme
This programme includes:
1. A skill-building phase
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Online workshops to learn more about green job-related topics and develop skills linked to these sectors (such as sustainable finance, renewable energies, climate policy, etc.).
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In-person experiential weekend: Hands-on challenges focusing on data tools and communication for Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Buildings
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Design Your Green Initiative: Develop & pitch a sustainability project
2. Mentorship & networking
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Peer-to-peer mentorships and networking opportunities with Canadian companies or policy makers
3. Work Experience
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Possibility of a 3 to 6 month paid green internship or a job shadowing experience with environmental professionals to explore roles and career paths in the sector.
4. Deadline
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The deadline to apply is March 27 at 11:59pm EST.
To all potential internship partners:
Consider hiring our participants for paid environmental work experience to make a positive impact and support the next generation.
Criteria:
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Internships should last between 3 and 6 months, between April and November 2025.
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Internships must be full-time (at least 30 hours per week).
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Internships can be in-person, remote, or hybrid.
What's in it for you?
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Gain fresh perspectives, support green initiatives, nurture the next generation of sustainability leaders
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Receive up to $6,500 in wage subsidies to cover up to 50% of interns' salaries.
If you don't have the capacity to host interns, we are also looking for volunteer sustainable organizations that could host participants as part of a job-shadowing experience, to allow them to explore roles and career paths in the sector.
Interested? Contact us today to learn more about this opportunity at buildingyoungentrepreneurs@unac.org
Calling Volunteer Green Sustainability Mentors!
BYP- Green Jobs of the Future is seeking mentors with experience in the green sustainability sector to work with underserved youth.
Eligibility:
- Live in Canada
- Commit 3 hours per month between May - July 2025
- Professional experience in the green sustainability sector
Mentors' responsibilities:
1. Guide 2 participants, discussing goals and addressing concerns.
2. Host monthly one-hour online meetings with each mentee from May to July 2025 for personalized support.
3. Spend up to 30 minutes in meeting preparation before each online session.
Deadline: May 5, 2025
For more info:
BuildingYoungEntrepreneurs@unac.org
Apply now to inspire and guide participants!
The Building Young Professionals (BYP)
Experience is here!
BYP, formerly known as BYE, is back! Seventy (70) motivated youth will soon embark on their journeys to launch their new green careers. Stay tuned for an exciting experience ahead!
