Research Manitoba has renewed an agreement with Mitacs, a firm that connects local companies, interns, and training programs, for nearly $2 million more. The announcement was made at RTDS Technologies Inc., with funding of $4.8 million over three years. John Hepburn, CEO of Mitacs, stated that up to 15% of the funding will be allocated to its Indigenous Pathways program, 20% for social institutions, and the rest for industry. The funding will support bringing 400 interns into the field to gain practical experience and insight into various sectors.
The students that Mitacs works with are primarily graduate students, masters, PhD, and postdoctoral fellows. These students often spend the majority of their time at university conducting research, but do not have much exposure to the industry. The average research contract costs about $15,000 over four months for graduates and $20,000 for postdoctoral students, with a significant portion of that money going towards paying the students. Intern Dorsa Jeddi expressed her approval of the increased funding, as it will allow more students to benefit from the program and potentially change their careers for the better.
Mitacs’ CEO, John Hepburn, mentioned that the funding will support 400 interns entering the field to gain hands-on experience. The interns are primarily graduate students, masters, PhD candidates, and postdoctoral fellows. The typical research contract costs around $15,000 for graduates and $20,000 for postdoctoral students, with a significant portion of the funds being used to pay the students. Intern Dorsa Jeddi highlighted the value of the program in providing real-world experience and helping students understand what the industry expects from them.
Mitacs plans to allocate a portion of the funding to its Indigenous Pathways program, social institutions, and industry. The program aims to provide opportunities for interns to gain valuable experience in various sectors and industries. Intern Dorsa Jeddi, who has benefited from the program, emphasized that the experience has transformed her career for the better. She mentioned that prior to the internship, she had limited exposure to industry expectations, but the program helped her gain practical skills and insights that have been beneficial for her career growth.
The funding for Mitacs will support the placement of 400 interns in various fields, allowing them to gain practical experience and insight into different industries. The program primarily works with graduate students, masters, PhD candidates, and postdoctoral fellows, providing them with opportunities to bridge the gap between academia and industry. The increased funding will enable more students to participate in the program and potentially enhance their career prospects. Intern Dorsa Jeddi shared her positive experience with the program, stating that it has helped her understand industry expectations and has had a positive impact on her career trajectory.
Research Manitoba has renewed its agreement with Mitacs, a firm that connects local companies, interns, and training programs, providing nearly $2 million in additional funding. The announcement was made at RTDS Technologies Inc., with a funding amount of $4.8 million over three years. John Hepburn, CEO of Mitacs, stated that a portion of the funding will be allocated to the Indigenous Pathways program, social institutions, and industry. The funding will support the placement of 400 interns in various sectors, allowing them to gain practical experience and insight into industry expectations.
