Your bridge to real-world experience
Work on real-world projects with top employers, build the skills companies want most, and get paid while doing it. Riipen FuturePath helps you stand out before graduation—so you're career-ready before your first interview.
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Build a resume that gets noticed
Why join Riipen FuturePath?
Gain the kind of experience that gets you noticed while working with real companies on real projects.
Up to 3 curated projects
Work on 60-hour projects that align with your career goals.
Direct employer collaboration
Connect with top companies actively seeking talent.
Career-ready skills
Develop practical experience to stand out in applications.
Build your network
Gain mentorship and build industry connections.
What students are saying
“Riipen has been transformational in my journey as a working student. I was able to diversify my work experience while making a sizable dent in my tuition fund. It set me up for better work-school-life balance and boosted my resume majorly!”
“3 years with Transform Interactive! Who knew that accepting one casual project with Riipen through the University of Saskatchewan Career Services would lead to finding the perfect career and such a wonderful team. So thankful for the past 3 years of learning, growth, and fun!”
How it works
FuturePath makes connecting with student talent easy. Here's how to get started:
Step 1
Apply & get approved
Fill out a quick application and see if you qualify for an opportunity.
Step 2
Get your exclusive invite
If eligible, you’ll receive an invitation to join the platform on your cohort’s start date.
Step 3
Gain access
Accept your invite, complete a quick verification, and you’re in!
Step 4
Apply for projects
Browse real-world projects that match your skills and career goals—then hit apply.
Step 5
Get selected
An employer sees your potential, invites you for an interview, and, if successful, selects you for the project.
Step 6
Confirm & commit
Before moving forward, confirm you're still interested—this ensures a perfect match.
Step 7
Connect & plan with your employer
Reach out to your employer to finalize the start date and next steps, all within the cohort timeline.
Step 8
Kick off your project
Get hands-on experience, work with industry pros, and take your skills to the next level.
Who’s hiring?
Join thousands of students working with top employers, from startups to Fortune 500 companies.
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FAQs
Everything you need to know about Riipen 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.
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.
Here are some helpful guides to get started with Riipen FuturePath for students and for employers.
Check your eligibility status on our landing pages for students and employers.
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!
Still have questions?
Reach out to our support team—and let us help you get started.
