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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

Real Property Law in Practice
01
This experience offers learners a practical understanding of real property law, equipping them with the skills to navigate legal frameworks related to land ownership and use. Participants will apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios involving property legislation, land use planning, First Nations, and environmental considerations. This experience is ideal for projects that require a nuanced understanding of property law, benefiting businesses, non-profits, First Nations, and local authorities in managing real estate and land-related issues.

Sustainable Business Strategy & Research Projects
Learners in this capstone course are senior BBA students specializing in Sustainable Business Practices. Over a 10-month period, each learner will individually research and develop a project that addresses a real-world sustainability-related business challenge. Employers can expect learners to: Conduct needs assessments and sustainability audits Analyze organizational challenges using both qualitative and quantitative research Propose strategic, innovative, and actionable solutions that integrate economic, environmental, and/or social sustainability Create detailed project proposals grounded in research and best practices Implement and evaluate sustainability projects through data collection and stakeholder feedback Communicate professionally in written reports and oral presentations By the end of the experience, employers will receive a comprehensive sustainability-focused business report tailored to their organization's needs.

IT Business Analysis Summer 2025
BAGC
Our students have the skills to create and manage organizational process change as well as an understanding of how to gather, document, and communicate stakeholder requirements. Students are well suited to recommend and evaluate solutions, provide quality assurance criteria, perform some data modeling and project management. We are looking to create a first-time mentorship opportunity for our students by pairing them with a skilled business analyst at your company who can mentor and support our students through a small project.

Innovative Process Design and Optimization: Transforming Raw Materials into Valuable Products
NWKT
This experience allows learners to tackle real-world industry challenges by applying their knowledge in chemical engineering, process simulation, and sustainability. Participants will engage in projects that enhance their understanding of process design, energy optimization, the circular economy, and emerging technologies such as AI and hydrogen/fuel cell systems. By working on these projects, learners will develop practical skills and insights directly applicable to industry needs while contributing to innovative solutions in transforming raw materials into valuable products. Students are proficient in: Process simulation software (Aspen Plus, MATLAB, COMSOL) Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) & numericalmodellingg Experimental design, data collection, & lab safety Emerging technologies: AI, waste recovery, circular economy, hydrogen & fuel cells Receive structured project deliverables, including detailed design and simulation reports. Low-risk, high-reward collaboration – contribute to an industry challenge and gain insights from top student talent.
Recent experiences
Engineering Design Sprint (Brock University)
ENGR 1P01
This experience immerses learners in the practical application of engineering design principles, focusing on sustainable practices and multidisciplinary collaboration. Participants will leverage their skills in CAD software, project management, and technical communication to tackle real-world engineering challenges. By engaging in hands-on projects, learners will refine their ability to define problems, develop optimal design solutions, and integrate sustainability into their engineering decisions. This experience is designed to bridge classroom knowledge with industry-relevant projects, preparing learners to contribute effectively to engineering teams.
Data Insights and Visualization Sprint with Laurentian University
CPSC 5306
This experience is designed for graduate students specializing in data mining, machine learning, and data science. These learners are equipped with skills in analyzing complex datasets, developing predictive models, and creating compelling visualizations. The objective is to apply these skills to real-world projects, enabling students to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions. By engaging in these projects, learners will enhance their problem-solving abilities and gain valuable experience in delivering actionable insights.
Human Resource Management
MGHA12
This experience focuses on equipping learners with practical skills in Human Resource Management, enabling them to apply strategic HR principles to real-world scenarios. Learners will gain insights into talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and organizational development. By collaborating with industry professionals, learners can apply their knowledge to projects that enhance HR processes and contribute to a company's strategic goals.
Biotech Capstone - Bench to bedside - (University of Toronto Fall 2025)
HMB301H1
Students from UofT are keen on getting hands on experience in the Biotech industry. These Genetics stream students are well versed with all the latest tools of gene and genome editing and some double major in Statistics or Neuroscience . There is no strict limit on the group size, it could also be individual students or groups of students. In addition, it could be a summer project that involves more hours.
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