Bridging Academic Learning with Industry Innovation
Gain Practical, Real-World Exposure to Develop Essential Skills for Careers in Biomanufacturing
What is EXPERIENCE?
EXPERIENCE is dedicated to providing hands-on, immersive learning opportunities that empower HQP (Highly Qualified Personnel) to develop practical skills and gain real-world exposure in biomanufacturing. Through strategic partnerships with leading industries and academic institutions, the EXPERIENCE program fosters collaboration and knowledge transfer, enabling HQP to bridge the gap between their studies and future careers.
Why Choose EXPERIENCE?
- Industry-Relevant Exposure: HQP gain invaluable industry exposure through internships with leading biomanufacturing companies, helping to launch their careers.
- Comprehensive Learning: The EXPERIENCE program combines academic excellence with hands-on experience, equipping HQP with both technical and commercial skills essential for the biomanufacturing sector.
- Networking Opportunities: Access to industry mentors, leading researchers, and professionals in the field, opening doors for career advancement and future collaborations.
What We Offer
Industry Internships
Our industry internships provide HQP the opportunity to work alongside experts in the biomanufacturing sector. These placements are designed to enhance technical expertise, provide insights into industry trends, and cultivate valuable professional networks.
- Eligibility: Available to MSc, PhD, and postdoctoral trainees in the biomanufacturing or related fields.
- Duration: Internship opportunities can vary from short-term (4-6 months) to long-term (12m+) placements.
- Funding: Stipends are available for eligible trainees to support their internship experience.
How to Apply for Industry Internships
List of Eligible Institutions
Initially, the Industry Internship opportunities are available only to trainees from the following institutions, which are current BioHubNet partner institutions. We plan to expand eligibility to additional institutions in the future.
- Hospital for Sick Children
- Queen’s University
- Seneca Polytechnic
- Sunnybrook Research Institute
- Toronto Metropolitan University
- Unity Health Toronto
- University Health Network
- University of Guelph
- University of Toronto
- University of Waterloo
- University of Windsor
- Western University
- York University
Academic Exchanges
BioHubNet also facilitates academic exchanges, enabling HQP to collaborate with different research groups across disciplines and institutions. These exchanges promote cross-institutional learning, foster innovation, and broaden professional perspectives.
- Eligibility: Open to MSc, PhD, postdoctoral fellows, and laboratory technicians.
- Duration: Exchanges range from 4-6 months.
- Funding: Travel stipends and accommodation allowances are available for eligible trainees.
Funding Opportunities
BioHubNet offers funding to support your participation in the EXPERIENCE program, which includes:
- Travel Allowances: Funding to help cover travel expenses for academic exchange and industry internship participants.
- Accommodation Allowances: Financial support to assist with accommodation costs for those participating in academic exchanges or industry internships.
Intern. Exchange. Excel.
Join the BioHubNet talent network and unlock exclusive internship and exchange opportunities in Canada’s growing biomanufacturing sector.