Bridging Academic Learning with Industry Innovation
EXPERIENCE helps Highly Qualified Personnel build practical skills through industry internships, Knowledge Exchange placements, and mobility support across BioHubNet's academic, hospital, research, and industry network.
EXPERIENCE is dedicated to hands-on, immersive learning opportunities that empower HQP 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.
Two complementary pathways help trainees gain hands-on exposure, expand their networks, and build the capabilities needed for Canada's biomanufacturing sector.
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.
Our Knowledge Exchange program offers funding (up to $30,000) to support short or long-term placements across academic, hospital, and partner research settings, enabling HQP to collaborate with diverse teams across disciplines and institutions. These exchanges promote cross-institutional learning, foster innovation, and broaden professional perspectives.
Create or access your BioHubNet training platform account.
Submit the requested profile, resume, and application materials.
BioHubNet and employers review alignment with internship needs.
Complete placement, funding, and onboarding steps when selected.
Short-term and long-term Knowledge Exchange pathways support travel, accommodations, and stipends depending on placement length and position type.
Knowledge Exchange is built for inter-institutional placements in Canada that advance biomanufacturing skills, capabilities, or capacity.
| Position | 1 month | 4 months | 6 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's / PhD | $2,500 | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Postdoctoral Fellow | $16,700 | $25,000 | |
| Research Associate / Lab Technician | $20,000 | $30,000 |
BioHubNet's Mobility Award supports trainees participating in the EXPERIENCE Program, Knowledge Exchange, and Industry Internship program. Eligible trainees who relocate or travel more than two hours to take part in these programs may receive a total up to $10,000 in financial support (application required).
Unlock exclusive internship and exchange opportunities in Canada's growing biomanufacturing sector.
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No. You do not need a support letter from a supervisor to become part of our talent pool. However, if you get an internship offer that requires a Mitacs wage subsidy, we may ask you to identify a PI to support the disbursement of funds. This is because BioHubNet uses Mitacs funding to help subsidize internship wages, and Mitacs can only disburse funds to academic institutions. In these cases, BioHubNet will assist by connecting with the PI to explain the process, address questions, and help guide them through the required steps.
Internships are funded through a shared model. Employers contribute a minimum of 50% of the internship cost, which is matched by Mitacs. Limited BioHubNet funding may also be available to provide co-funding support, assessed on a case-by-case basis. BioHubNet sets a minimum compensation level depending on your education level. Currently the minimum compensation is 45K/yr for Masters/PhDs and 60K/yr for postdocs. Employers may choose to top up to offer competitive compensation.
Yes. As long as you hold a valid visa that permits you to work in Canada for the hours required by the internship placement, you are eligible to participate.
Yes. If you are eligible to participate in the program, you may bring your own employer. Please note that we may assess the alignment of the employer and the position with our program objectives. If there is a good fit, BioHubNet will directly connect with the employer to provide guidance on partnership requirements and support them as they onboard you through our system.
When you log in to the Online Training Portal and click the 'Industry Internship' tab, you will see click counts on your resume and video. These clicks are from potential employers and can be used as an indicator of how successful your application is.
Yes. We send out monthly 'opt-in' email. You can upload your updated resume using the link in the email or you can directly send the updated resume and video as per instructions in the email.
We review it on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us.
No, the Knowledge Exchange program does not provide a predefined list of available placements. Instead, applicants and their supervisors are expected to identify the potential host (e.g., another professor, lab, or organization) that can provide the desired training opportunity.
As long as you are currently enrolled/hired at one of our partner institutions, with a relevant STEM background, you are eligible to participate.
The KE Short-Term Placement Award is intended for trainees who are unable to relocate for an extended period (4 or 6 months) but still wish to participate in the Knowledge Exchange program. While longer placements include stipend support, the Short-Term Placement Award is designed primarily to help cover travel- and accommodation-related expenses.
No. The award is intended to support short-term placements and therefore covers travel and accommodation expenses only. Approved funds will be reimbursed directly to the applicant.
