- 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
Office Administration and Clerical Support
MGT.1840
This course prepares students for clerical and office administration roles by giving them practical skills they can apply to real projects. Students have experience in managing schedules, planning meetings, handling mail and travel arrangements, and using office equipment. They are also trained in professional communication, ethical workplace behavior, and resolving conflicts. With these skills, students can take on tasks like improving office workflows, organizing meetings, creating travel plans, formatting documents, data entry, typing documents and designing flyers. Employers will benefit from fresh ideas and quality work while helping students gain valuable real-world experience. Regular feedback and communication from employers will make this collaboration successful.
Co-op based Experience in Business - Management
This experience is designed for learners who have developed a comprehensive understanding of business functions such as management, marketing, human resources, and accounting. Participants will apply their knowledge to real-world projects, focusing on data analysis, strategic planning, and operational execution. By engaging with industry professionals, learners will enhance their ability to assess organizational performance, develop business plans, and implement effective marketing and project management strategies. This experience aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application in a business environment. The Business Commerce Co-op work term is sequenced for a 4 and 8 month Co-op. Students are available to engage in an employer-lead project/Co-op as early as January 6, 2025 and can continue as late as August 22, 2025. Full-time hours or slightly less is required and will be dependent on project scope and student availability. Student co-ops can occur in-person, virtually or a hybrid and will count towards a co-op credit. Co-ops must be remunerated.
Co-op based Experience in Human Resources Management
This experience is designed for learners who are developing a comprehensive understanding of business operations and strategic planning. Participants will apply their knowledge of functional business areas such as management, marketing, and human resources to real-world projects. They will utilize data analysis, financial reporting, and project management skills to assess and enhance organizational performance. Learners will also explore the influence of organizational culture and external factors on business success, and develop strategies that align with legal, ethical, and economic frameworks. The Human Resources Management Co-op work term is sequenced for a winter/summer Co-op (minimum 420 hours total). Students are available to engage in an employer-lead project/Co-op as early as January 6, 2025 and can continue as late as August 22, 2025. Full-time hours or slightly less is required and will be dependent on project scope and student availability. Student co-ops can occur in-person, virtually or a hybrid and will count towards a co-op credit. Co-ops must be remunerated.
Innovative Software Solutions for Modern Challenges
This experience invites industry professionals to collaborate with learners from the TMU Computer Science program, who are well-versed in software engineering, data management, and cybersecurity. These learners are equipped with skills in programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++, and have a strong foundation in agile processes and human-computer interaction. By engaging with real-world projects, learners can apply their classroom knowledge to develop innovative software solutions, enhance cybersecurity measures, or optimize data systems, all within a networked environment.
Recent experiences
Computer Systems Technology - Capstone 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
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.
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
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.