How to Apply?
To get started, you’re going to need a business plan. But don’t let that intimidate you. Your Summer Company program provider will help you get started. Find a program provider in your area to help you along the way. You’ll be glad you did - running your own business is one of the best student summer jobs you can have. The entrepreneurial experience you’ll gain by participating in Summer Company will last a lifetime.
CHECK ELIGIBILITY
First, check your Eligibility & Find a Local Program Provider
PLAN YOUR BUSINESS
Second, prepare your Summer Company business plan. View the samples below to get you started.
SUBMIT APPLICATION
Finally, submit your application online and you’re done!
For Parents and Educators
This is a perfect opportunity to support youth entrepreneurship. We provide participants with hands-on coaching and mentoring from business people right in your own community. As student summer jobs go, launching and managing your own business is an incredibly valuable experience. Our local program providers are here to help participants successfully operate their own summer business. Learn more about the Summer Company program and how we are helping students achieve more this summer.
Watch past Summer Company Success Stories on YouTube.
These students made it happen with Summer Company
Email request for information
summer.company@ontario.ca
Get involved and learn more about other youth-related programs.
www.ontario.ca/youngentrepreneurs
Business Plan Wizard
Designed for teachers and students, the Business Plan Wizard is a fun and interactive online e-learning application that teaches secondary school students how to develop a business plan.
Click here to try the Wizard
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