- Description
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In 2019, RBC Future Launch and Riipen launched a partnership with the goal of increasing access to high-impact work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities for Canadian post-secondary students Our shared mission: to help prepare learners, particularly those from underserved communities, for the Future of Work. By the end of 2022, the RBC-Riipen partnership has delivered over 27,000 online WIL experiences, to a wide diversity of learners and educational partners across Canada with the potential of delivering over 250,000 by 2026.
- Portal website
- https://www.rbc.com/en/future-launch
Subportals experiences
Recreation Business Innovation
RECL1202
This experience is designed for learners in the Business of Recreation & Entrepreneurship program, where they gain insights into the recreation industry's business dynamics and entrepreneurial strategies. Learners are equipped with skills in market analysis, business planning, and innovative thinking, enabling them to tackle real-world projects. By applying these skills, learners can assist companies in developing new recreational products, optimizing business operations, or exploring new market opportunities.
Collaborate with Future Mobile App Developers
MAPD 726
Learners in Centennial College's Mobile Application Development Project course focus on developing their skills in mobile app design, agile methodologies, and project management while addressing real-world challenges. They seek to enhance their abilities in teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication throughout the project. Students are required to work in teams of 4-5 to design and implement a complete mobile app (native app, hybrid app, React Native, or mobile web app) and create the artifact design by applying agile software development methodologies and project management principles. Employers are expected to provide regular communication, guidance, and essential information related to the project. They will also be invited to attend the final presentation and provide constructive feedback on the students' work via the Riipen platform.
AI Capstone Collaboration for Real-World Solutions
COMP 385
Centennial College’s AI Capstone Project learners collaborate to research, design, and develop AI-driven applications that solve real-world problems. They bring expertise in AI techniques and data analysis to deliver innovative and scalable applications integrated with AI capabilities. Throughout this experience, students will develop their skills in ethical AI practices, advanced programming, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Students will primarily focus on building end-to-end AI solutions and capabilities and proof of concepts. Students may have limited UX/UI, front-end/back-end development, cloud deployment, etc. capabilities. Employers engaging in this collaboration are expected to provide regular communication and guidance, share relevant project information, attend a virtual final presentation, and offer constructive feedback on the project progress and final demonstration using the Riipen platform. Employers are expected to provide data with full metadata, and clean data for the projects as much as possible.
Collaborative Aerospace Innovation with Centennial College Students
AMET 325
Centennial College's Advanced Aerospace Project course empowers learners in their final year to design and develop prototypes relevant to the aerospace industry. These students have engineering knowledge and skills in project management, teamwork, and advanced manufacturing processes. The course aims to cultivate initiative and creativity while preparing them for real-world challenges in aerospace. Through this collaboration, employers can guide and mentor future engineers while benefiting from innovative solutions tailored to industry needs. Employers are expected to maintain regular communication with learners, providing guidance and necessary project information. Additionally, employers should be available for the final presentation and offer constructive feedback to the student teams through the Riipen platform.
Recent experiences
MBA Business Consulting Project
BUS 655
This experience offers your organization the opportunity to collaborate with a team of five MBA students who are eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world business challenges. These students are equipped with skills in competitive analysis, business strategy, risk assessment, and market research. Over the course of 125 hours, they will work to address a specific business opportunity or problem in areas such as marketing, strategy, talent management, IT strategy, new product development, or foreign market entry. The goal is to provide actionable insights and strategies that can be implemented to enhance your organization's operations or market position.
Electrical and Computer Engineering Capstone in Engineering Science
ESC472
Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on learners from the Engineering Science Electrical and Computer Engineering capstone course at the University of Toronto to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based design experience. Learners will work on one design design cycle of a project over the experience of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools.
Empowering Digital Transformation: Collaborate with Future Business Analysts (University of Calgary)
This is not funded by Level Up. Employers will pay students $20CAD/hr (hourly rate is negotiable). The University of Calgary’s International Professional Programs offers a unique opportunity for employers to engage with highly skilled learners from the Business Analysis, Intelligence, and Analytics program. These post-graduate learners are equipped with analytical skills and a deep understanding of digital transformation processes. Throughout their training, they develop competencies in data analysis, requirements gathering, and stakeholder engagement, and business intelligence, ensuring they are prepared to tackle real-world challenges. As an employer, you are expected to maintain regular communication with the learners, providing guidance and necessary information relevant to the project. Your commitment to providing constructive feedback on the learners’ work via the Riipen platform is appreciated.
Elevate Your Project Management: Collaborate with Future Project Coordinators (University of Calgary)
This is not funded by Level Up. The employer will pay the student $20CAD / hr to the student (hourly rate is negotiable). The University of Calgary’s International Professional Programs invites employers to engage with skilled learners from our post-graduate Project Management program. These dedicated individuals are being trained to excel as Project Coordinators, equipped with essential skills to support project managers in executing projects efficiently and effectively. Through this collaboration, learners will develop competencies in project documentation, stakeholder communication, and risk management. As an employer, your role will include regular communication with the learners, providing guidance and necessary information pertinent to the project. Your participation in the final presentation is crucial, as well as your commitment to offering constructive feedback on the learners’ work using the Riipen platform.