For Ontario Businesses and Nonprofits
Ontario’s brightest talent is ready to work on your projects
60-hour long (over 2-8 weeks) remote student internships at no cost to Ontario employers.
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Advance Ontario is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Most Ontario employers are already eligible
- ✅ A registered Canadian business based in Ontario. This includes for-profit or not-for-profit corporation, municipality, hospital or foundation.
- ✅ Available to work with Ontario students during set cohort dates.
Educational partners
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Government funded projects.
The Advance Ontario difference
Track progress
Track project progress and get reminders on major project milestones through the Level UP portal. Keep track of important documents and communications all in one place.
100% remote
Struggling with a lack of local talent? All Level UP projects can be completed 100% remotely. Riipen supports Google Meet and Zoom integration, so you can work with students anywhere in Canada.
Test drive talent
Level UP is your chance to work with soon-to-be graduates who can bring new ideas and useful skills to your business. Evaluate your collaborators through fully-subsidized Level UP project work and hire the best-fit students as part of your team.
Advance your business with student talent
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the deadlines?
Projects have set start and end dates depending on the cohort your project is matched with.
Read our deadlines for action and cohort breakdown to see key dates.
How many projects can I do?
Each company can participate in multiple cohorts but is limited to one project per cohort and a maximum of four students per project.
Read more in our Terms & Conditions.
How do I secure a student to work on my project?
Students will apply to your projects during the designated matching period for your cohort.
Learn more about the cohort timeline and matching dates here.
What should I include in an Advance Ontario project?
Employers can read this guide on Creating a Successful Advance Ontario Project. It outlines the key elements needed in your project match request to expedite approval by the Advance Ontario team.
