- 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
Strategic Human Resource & Industrial Relations Projects (Winter 2025)
ADMN 250
Engage with students from First Nations University of Canada for strategic Human Resource & Industrial Relations solutions. Our students delve into essential concepts such as human resource planning, job analysis, recruitment, selection, orientation, training and development, performance management, compensation management, workplace health and safety, and employee and labour relations. Our program fosters a deep understanding of hospitality strategies across diverse business landscapes, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges with creativity and expertise.
Quality Assurance Excellence Project
MGMT-6199
This experience is designed for learners in a Quality Assurance Management program, who have developed a comprehensive understanding of quality management principles and tools. Participants are equipped to apply their theoretical knowledge and practical skills to real-world projects, focusing on ensuring quality in various processes and systems. The experience aims to bridge classroom learning with industry applications, enabling learners to effectively implement and manage quality systems across different sectors.
ACE Project Space - Industry Project Winter 2025
The ACE Project Space is an interactive workspace where students, entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations and corporations collaborate to bring unique ideas to life. With the guidance of experienced staff and faculty, students of the Business Information Technology, Business Technology Management and Information Security programs work with industry clients to create prototypes, products and services that can be introduced to the market. ACE Project Space - Industry Project Demonstration of skills acquired in the student’s respective program of application development, data science, security, and IT Operations Project Dates Each employer will post 2 projects in the experience. These have set start and end dates: Project 1: January 20 - 31, 2025 Project 2: February 5 - 19, 2025 Phases and Activities Initiation Project kickoff and upskilling Requirements gathering Project Charter Proof of concept technical solution Design Infrastructure set up Initial development of basic components Wireframing Determine database structure or data models Initial security evaluation Develop & Test UX testing Feature development Feature testing Data labeling Model training Vulnerability assessment Solution Launch & Transition Technical manual User manual Code handoff Solution presentation Skills development Depending on the program of study a number of potential skills are developed Coding a comprehensive business solution based on client requirements Creating and training data models for predictive analytics Assessing application vulnerabilities and suggesting mitigation Creating business documentation outlining the requirements of a technical solution Communicating with a client regarding the progress of the technical solution Facilitating meetings with clients Performing analysis on client needs and designing a technical solution
Advance Ontario Centennial Experience
PRIVATE CENTENNIAL EXPERIENCE FOR CENTENNIAL STUDENTS ONLY Advance Ontario connects eligible Ontario post-secondary students with remote internships to build in-demand skills. Ontario employers mentor students through paid 60-hour projects over 2-8 weeks. Powered by Riipen, the program promotes workforce diversity and aims to create lasting job opportunities while boosting Ontario’s economy. Visit our Help Centre to read our key dates , FAQs & our Terms and Conditions . Employers: Submit your project match request by February 14th, 2025 to participate in this cohort. You'll review applications and choose 1-4 students for your project. You must accept at least one student by February 28th, 2025 to participate. The project can start anywhere from January 20th, 2025 until March 3rd 2025 , and work cannot begin until the start date. Students must complete the onboarding survey, click "start project" on Riipen and complete all deliverables, including 60 work log hours, in at least 2 weeks or by the end date. Check out Getting Started with Advance Ontario: Employers for more information. Students: Students are invited on a first-come, first-served basis and must apply here. There are 50 spots in this cohort, and once filled, remaining applications will be canceled. If invited, you must apply to projects by February 28th, 2025 and start by March 3rd, 2025 if accepted. You can apply to THREE projects at a time. Once an employer accepts one of your applications, your remaining applications will be canceled, and that project will be yours for the rest of the cohort.
Recent experiences
Computer Systems Technology - Course Project
CST
Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on students from Saskatchewan Polytechnic to be your student-consultants, in a project-based experience. Students will work on one main project over the course of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Students in this program/course study and employ practical and theoretical concepts obtained in first year systems analysis and design courses by building an IT system. They will work as part of a development team on an IT problem for an external industry client. Their project will include the production and demonstration of functioning components of the system each release within deadlines set out in their project management documentation
Leadership Development - Winter 2025
MGHC02
3rd and 4th year undergraduate business students working in 3-5 person teams will conduct research to develop an actionable strategy to solve a leadership development challenge faced by your organization, stakeholders, and/or clients. For example, they can design leadership training programs incorporating the latest virtual and in-person designs and gamification ideas. Example topics are stress management, communication skills, negotiation skills, giving feedback, goal setting, managing teams, leading change.
Object-Oriented Graphical User Interface (Lakehead University)
ESOF-2570-WA
Do you have a programming or GUI challenge you would like to tackle? In this project, students working in teams will use object-oriented approaches to solve Graphical User Interface (GUI) problems. Topics include object-oriented concepts including inheritance, polymorphism, exception handling, graphics and GUI design techniques. Types of projects that students can work on: Projects that require Object-Oriented and Java programming components.
Effective TESL Classroom Strategies with Niagara College
P0305
This experience focuses on enhancing workplace communication skills and professionalism through practical application in ESL classroom settings. Learners will apply their knowledge by analyzing teaching situations, developing strategies to solve language learning challenges, and enhancing lesson effectiveness. They will also evaluate the impact of classroom dynamics and teacher behavior on the learning environment. By collaborating with mentors and peers, learners will refine their teaching practices and prepare a professional portfolio, showcasing their ability to adapt and implement effective teaching strategies.