For Canadian Students

Short-term remote internships where you’ll build skills and get paid $1,400

The Level UP program is an opportunity for students to work on short-term remote projects, connect with future employers, and gain real-work experience within a supportive and thriving community of Canadian students!

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Level UP is funded in part by the Government of Canada's Innovative Work-Integrated Learning (I-WIL) Initiatives program

Simple eligibility

Be a current student registered in a Canadian post-secondary education institution, and
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
Are legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Read the full terms and conditions

Educational Partners

Build skills and real-work experience to find a career you’ll love while you’re still in school

Internship opportunities for all

Browse internship projects from 99 different categories like Communications, Digital & Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Sales Strategy, Graphic Design, and Website Development.

Work from anywhere

All Level UP projects can be completed 100% remotely. With direct integrations to Google Meet and Zoom, you can plan then take all meetings online from anywhere in the country.

Short-term, big impact

Each project is 60-hours in length and completed over a 2-12 week period depending on the cohort.

Give and get feedback

Once your project is over, give feedback to your employer partner and get it in return to display on LinkedIn or your resume.

Payments directly to your bank account

For each project you complete, you will receive $1,400 directly into your bank account. Remember you’d need to declare this taxable income with the CRA.

Simple, Flexible, + Remote

Flexible by Design

Each Level UP project requires 60 hours to complete. Projects are organized into 6 -12 week cohorts, and the specific timeline for your project will depend on the cohort you are accepted into, with all projects aligning to set cohort dates.

Projects in 99 categories

Level UP offers a diverse range of projects tailored to your field of study, including digital marketing, cybersecurity, grant writing, and more. Whether you're looking to gain hands-on experience or apply your skills in a real-world setting, you'll find opportunities that align with your interests and career goals.

Earn $1,400

With funding by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work-Integrated Learning (I-WIL) Initiatives program, you’ll earn a $1,400 stipend once the project is completed.

Flexible by Design

Each Level UP project requires 60 hours to complete. Projects are organized into 6-12 week cohorts, and the specific timeline for your project will depend on the cohort you are accepted into, with all projects aligning to set cohort dates.

Projects in 99 categories

Earn $1,400

With funding by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work-Integrated Learning (I-WIL) Initiatives program, you’ll earn a $1,400 stipend once the project is completed.

Support at every step of the journey

Connect with the Level UP student community or support team with any questions.

Built on Riipen

Level UP is built on Riipen, the world's largest experiential learning marketplace. Your account gets you access to Riipen features like a digital scorecard of your skills that you can share with future employers.

Dedicated Support

Prepare your students for the workplace by offering them real work experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many projects can I complete?

Students can complete 1 project per cohort. Read our FAQs for more information.

What are cohorts?

Cohorts are designated time frames within which students can complete projects. Students will apply to each cohort and must be invited to join. Learn more in our Cohort Breakdown.

How do I secure a project?

The first step is to submit an application for a cohort. If selected you will have the opportunity to apply for up to three projects. Once your project application is accepted, your employer project will commence during the specified cohort dates. Learn more here.

What are the deadlines?

Projects have set start and end dates depending on the cohort you’ve been accepted into. Read our February 2025 cohort Terms & Conditions to see key dates.

I have more questions!

The answers to all of your questions are in our help centre and our FAQ article.

Short-term remote internships where you’ll build skills and get paid $1,400

Simple eligibility

Educational Partners

Build skills and real-work experience to find a career you’ll love while you’re still in school

Internship opportunities for all

Work from anywhere

Short-term, big impact

Give and get feedback

Payments directly to your bank account

Simple, Flexible, + Remote

Flexible by Design

Projects in 99 categories

Earn $1,400

Flexible by Design

Projects in 99 categories

Earn $1,400

Support at every step of the journey

Built on Riipen

Dedicated Support

See our platform in action, watch our demo video!

Are you ready to upgrade your resume?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many projects can I complete?

What are cohorts?

How do I secure a project?

What are the deadlines?

I have more questions!

What makes Level UP internship opportunities so successful?

Navigating a change in project scope: A student’s guide to success.

Riipen launches innovative work-integrated learning program Level UP

Level UP is Open!Level UP is back! We’ve updated our rules and help articles to provide clearer guidance, making it easier for you to plan ahead. Check out the cohort breakdown for key dates and help articles to get your project set up smoothly!

Short-term remote internships where you’ll build skills and get paid $1,400

Simple eligibility

Educational Partners

Build skills and real-work experience to find a career you’ll love while you’re still in school

Internship opportunities for all

Work from anywhere

Short-term, big impact

Give and get feedback

Payments directly to your bank account

Simple, Flexible, + Remote

Flexible by Design

Projects in 99 categories

Earn $1,400

Flexible by Design

Projects in 99 categories

Earn $1,400

Support at every step of the journey

Built on Riipen

Dedicated Support

See our platform in action, watch our demo video!

Are you ready to upgrade your resume?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many projects can I complete?

What are cohorts?

How do I secure a project?

What are the deadlines?

I have more questions!

Related Resources

What makes Level UP internship opportunities so successful?

Navigating a change in project scope: A student’s guide to success.

Riipen launches innovative work-integrated learning program Level UP

Level UP is Open!

Level UP is back! We’ve updated our rules and help articles to provide clearer guidance, making it easier for you to plan ahead. Check out the cohort breakdown for key dates and help articles to get your project set up smoothly!