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Riipen — Level UP
Short-term remote internships
Latest source updateLast Update: September 26, 2026Latest change: The Level UP cohort breakdown now lays out the 2026–2027 cohort milestones, application windows, and payment timing in a table format, and confirms the 2025–2026 January, February, and March cohorts are complete.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 26, 2026
Latest change: The Level UP cohort breakdown now lays out the 2026–2027 cohort milestones, application windows, and payment timing in a table format, and confirms the 2025–2026 January, February, and March cohorts are complete.
Level UP cohort dates and application windows updated
The Level UP cohort breakdown now presents a table of milestones for the May 2026, July 2026, October 2026, and January 2027 cohorts, including the application windows, project start dates, completion dates, feedback due dates, and payment release timing. It also states that the January 2026, February 2026, and March 2026 cohorts have concluded and their deliverables and payments have been fully processed. The revised guidance says students may apply to up to 4 projects, with the first employer to accept an application becoming the confirmed project and no changes allowed after acceptance. Student payment may be withheld for up to 5 weeks until the exit survey is complete and employer feedback is provided.
Funding available
$ 1,400
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Students enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary education institution while working on a project
See full eligibility
Overview
Level UP is a paid, project-based work-integrated learning program for Canadian students that connects them with employers on short-term, remote projects across Canada. Participants complete real-world projects, including a 60-hour project, and successful students receive a $1,400 payment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new product or service
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,400 $
- Minimum amount : 1,400 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Real-world projects
Documents Needed
- Eligibility Form
- Government-issued identification document
- Proof of Enrolment
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary education institution while working on a project
- Students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or have been granted refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, and are legally authorized to work in Canada throughout the project period
Who is not eligible
- International students
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Fill out a quick application and see if you qualify for an opportunity.
- If eligible, you’ll receive an invitation to join the platform on your cohort’s start date.
- Accept your invite and complete a quick verification.
- Browse real-world projects that match your skills and career goals, then apply.
- An employer invites you for an interview and, if successful, selects you for the project.
- Once your application is selected, that is your project for the remainder of the cohort.
Processing and Agreement
- Payment will be reviewed by the Level UP team once the employer provides feedback on a project submission and the student exit survey has been received.
- Payments are typically processed within 30 business days after projects are submitted.
Additional information
- Funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Innovative Work-Integrated Learning initiative.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Riipen — Level UP Program
What is the Riipen — Level UP?
Level UP is a paid, project-based work-integrated learning program for Canadian students that connects them with employers on short-term, remote projects across Canada. Participants complete real-world projects, including a 60-hour project, and successful students receive a $1,400 payment.
How much funding can be received?
Riipen — Level UP Funds up to $1,400 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Riipen — Level UP program?
To be eligible for the Riipen — Level UP program, you must:
Be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary education institution while working on a project
Who can I contact for more information about the Riipen — Level UP?
You can contact Riipen by email at levelup@riipen.com or by phone at 1-833-374-4736.
Where is the Riipen — Level UP available?
The Riipen — Level UP program is available across Canada.
Is the Riipen — Level UP a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Riipen — Level UP is a Wage Subsidies And Interns