Train talent with Skills for the future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen
The Skills for the future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen program combines online learning and hands on project experience. Learners gain valuable skills and micro-credentials aligned with tech industry demands for free. Upon completion, qualified learners can be hired by employers.
How it works
The Skills for the future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen program combines online learning and hands-on project experience. Learners gain valuable skills and micro-credentials aligned with tech industry demands for free. Upon completion, qualified learners can be hired by employers.
Easy to get started
No complicated onboarding required. Simply scroll through these easy steps to get started. (See FAQ below for cohort breakdown)
Fill out the form
Join the program by completing the form to confirm eligibility and see if Skills for the Future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen is a good fit.
Join & match
Once you join the experience, mature learners will apply to work on your project.
Streamline your hiring
Train talent with Skills for the Future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen
Connect with Canadian learners trained in AI, data science, software development, UX, and more—at no cost to you.
Gain real-world project support
View this experience as an opportunity to access a broader pool of skilled talent, offering a valuable preview of potential hires and a pathway to informed hiring decisions.
Build your future workforce
Engage early with emerging talent and explore hiring opportunities after successful project collaboration.
Why participate?
Build a strong hiring pipeline
Help shape the next generation of professionals with a skills-first approach.
Find ready talent
Leverage fresh perspectives and dedicated contributions to advance your projects and business goals.
Cost-effective investment
Benefit from significant cost savings on student work funded through the program, minimizing direct hiring costs.
Bridge the gap
Employers bridge the gap between education and career readiness, fueling innovation and growth while investing in the workforce of tomorrow.
FAQs
Everything you need to know about Skills for the future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen
Cohorts are designated time frames within which students are invited to complete projects. Learners can apply to join Skills for the Future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen and be selected to a cohort. Learn more in our cohort breakdown.
Here are some helpful guides for employers to get started with Skills for the Future with IBM SkillsBuild and Riipen
To participate, you must meet all of the following requirements:
- A registered Canadian business or non-profit organization.
- Not a member of the House of Commons or Senate of Canada.
- Not part of an organization that engages in partisan political activities, and/or federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal government.
- Part of a publicly funded post-secondary institution.
Our help centre, including our FAQ article and participation agreement has the answers to all your questions.
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