Business Strategy Internship
The Mitacs Business Strategy Internship funds collaborative research projects where Canadian students or postdocs work with organizations to solve business challenges and drive innovation through academic-industry partnerships.
Funder: Mitacs
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications accepted anytime)
Funding Amounts: $10,000–$15,000 per intern per 4–6 month project; partner contributes $5,000–$7,500; flexible use of funds for stipend and/or project costs.
Summary: Supports collaborative innovation projects between Canadian academic researchers, students/postdocs, and organizations to address business challenges through internships.
Key Information: Interns must not have a conflict of interest with the partner; projects can start only after approval and receipt of funds.
Description
The Mitacs Business Strategy Internship (BSI) program fosters partnerships between post-secondary students, postdoctoral fellows, academic supervisors, and Canadian organizations—including for-profits, not-for-profits, municipalities, hospitals, and Indigenous governments. The program funds 4–6 month innovation projects designed to address specific business or organizational challenges, improve processes or products, and drive knowledge transfer. Interns gain hands-on professional experience, while organizations benefit from strategic insights and access to academic expertise. Projects are co-designed by the intern, academic supervisor, and partner organization, with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and professional development.
