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Getting Started with FuturePath.

A content hub to help you kickstart your journey with FuturePath.

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What makes a good project?

This 60-hour project engaged one student to conduct a comprehensive market analysis and develop a digital marketing strategy for a new product launch. The goal was to outline actionable digital marketing tactics to reach target customers.
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I have a match, now what?

This 60-hour project engaged one student to create a series of blog posts aimed at increasing brand awareness and audience engagement for a small business in the lifestyle sector
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3 ways to start strong.

This 120-hour project engaged two students to analyze sales data for a growing retail company and develop an interactive dashboard to help leadership track key performance indicators (KPIs)
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How does it work?

Program Overview

The Program

How it works, who it's for, what's in it for you.

What is Riipen's FuturePath?

Riipen FuturePath gives businesses exclusive access to the next generation of skilled professionals while offering students the real-world experience they need to enter and thrive in the workforce and beyond. Through hands-on, high-impact projects, employers gain valuable insights and benefit from the skillsets students bring while students develop the expertise that sets them apart. It’s a win-win—innovate today, shape tomorrow.

What makes Riipen FuturePath different from traditional internships?

Riipen FuturePath offers a faster, more impactful alternative to traditional internships. In just 60 hours, students complete projects with top employers, gaining hands-on experience and building a standout resume. Unlike traditional internships that often require months of commitment, FuturePath lets students gain valuable skills and make career connections in a fraction of the time.

How do I join Riipen FuturePath?

Here are some helpful guides to get started with Riipen FuturePath for students and for employers.

Am I eligible to participate in Riipen FuturePath?

You must be a registered Canadian business or non-profit organization.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

The little avocado in the bottom right of your screen directs you right to our team! Please feel free to follow the prompts and our team is there to answer any questions you may have! Alternatively, you can email us at futurepath@riipen.com!

The Basics

Tips for success

Where do I start?

Riipen FuturePath gives businesses exclusive access to the next generation of skilled professionals while offering students the real-world experience they need to enter and thrive in the workforce and beyond. Through hands-on, high-impact projects, employers gain valuable insights and benefit from the skillsets students bring while students develop the expertise that sets them apart. It’s a win-win—innovate today, shape tomorrow.

What makes a good project?

Riipen FuturePath offers a faster, more impactful alternative to traditional internships. In just 60 hours, students complete projects with top employers, gaining hands-on experience and building a standout resume. Unlike traditional internships that often require months of commitment, FuturePath lets students gain valuable skills and make career connections in a fraction of the time.

How do I apply?

Here are some helpful guides to get started with Riipen FuturePath for students and for employers.

Am I eligible to participate in Riipen FuturePath?

You must be a registered Canadian business or non-profit organization.

Who can I talk to?

The little avocado in the bottom right of your screen directs you right to our team! Please feel free to follow the prompts and our team is there to answer any questions you may have! Alternatively, you can email us at futurepath@riipen.com!

Project Spotlight

Market analysis and digital marketing strategy for a new product launch.

This 60-hour project engaged one student to conduct a comprehensive market analysis and develop a digital marketing strategy for a new product launch. The goal was to outline actionable digital marketing tactics to reach target customers.
Deliverables
A detailed market analysis report
A presentation summarizing key findings and strategic recommendations
Project Team

Emma Simpson

Jessica is a 4th-year student enrolled in a Bachelor of Commerce program with a specialization in Marketing at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Project Spotlight

Content creation and blog writing for brand awareness campaign

This 60-hour project engaged one student to create a series of blog posts aimed at increasing brand awareness and audience engagement for a small business in the lifestyle sector
Deliverables
Three SEO-optimized blog posts (800-1,000 words each)
A content calendar outlining publishing dates
A summary report detailing content reccommendations
Project Team

Ben Ellis

Ben is a 3rd-year Communications & Media Studies student with strong writing and editing skills, experienced in digital content creation.
Project Spotlight

Data analysis and dashboard development for sales performance optimization

This 120-hour project engaged two students to analyze sales data for a growing retail company and develop an interactive dashboard to help leadership track key performance indicators (KPIs)
Deliverables
A comprehensive sales data analysis report highlighting trends, seasonal patterns, and customer segmentation insights.
An interactive dashboard built using Power BI
Project Team

Liam Choudhury

Liam is a 3rd-year Business Analytics student with data skills in SQL, Excel and Python.

Taylor Alvarez

Taylor is a 3rd-year Business Analytics student pursuing a Masters in Data Analytics
Project Spotlight

Cybersecurity risk assessment and mitigation plan for a mid-sized business

This 60-hour project involved an information security student conducting a cybersecurity risk assessment for a mid-sized business.
Deliverables
A comprehensive risk assessment report
A technical briefing presentation for IT
Project Team

Mark Benoit

Mark is a postgraduate student pursuing a Master’s in Information Security bringing expertise in cybersecurity governance, risk assessment methodologies, and knowledge of compliance standards