College of the Rockies

Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada

Learners in this capstone course are senior BBA students specializing in Sustainable Business Practices. Over a 10-month period, each learner will individually research and develop a project that addresses a real-world sustainability-related business challenge. Employers can expect learners to: Conduct needs assessments and sustainability audits Analyze organizational challenges using both qualitative and quantitative research Propose strategic, innovative, and actionable solutions that integrate economic, environmental, and/or social sustainability Create detailed project proposals grounded in research and best practices Implement and evaluate sustainability projects through data collection and stakeholder feedback Communicate professionally in written reports and oral presentations By the end of the experience, employers will receive a comprehensive sustainability-focused business report tailored to their organization's needs.

NAIT

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on learners from NAIT to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work on one main project over the experience of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Learners in this program/experience will have the knowledge and skills to manage projects in fast-changing environments. Students will be able to apply agile philosophy/methodology in different industries/domains including, but not limited to, technology, product development/improvement, sales and marketing, manufacturing etc. The course will provide hands-on experience to apply the agile principles, methodologies, frameworks, techniques, and tools to manage the projects.

Centennial College

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Centennial College's Customer Skills course prepares first-year students with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in Level 1 and Level 2 technical support roles in helpdesk environments. Learners are trained in user interaction, multi tier incident management problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, using industry-standard Incident Management help desk applications like LBE Help Desk Software. The course focuses on developing the technical and business skills required for entry-level user support roles. Learners aim to build proficiency in troubleshooting, customer communication, and workload management while gaining hands-on experience working with real-world problems. Employers participating in this collaboration are expected to engage in regular communication with students, provide necessary project information, be present during the final presentation, and offer constructive feedback through the Riipen platform. This feedback will guide learners in refining their technical support and customer service abilities.

Concordia University of Edmonton

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

During the IT Internship work experience, students prepare to enter the professional world by learning about professional etiquette, networking, resumes and interviews, as well as expanding their horizons and networks through Industry Forums and interviews. In the work placement experience students develop new work skills, showcase their talents to employers, and generally increase their confidence. At the same time, students introduce new ideas and creativity into a workplace, meet new people, and become part of a professional network. The Internship typically takes place over the last semester of studies. By then, it is expected that students have the basic theoretical and technical knowledge, the initiative, and the understanding to enable them to contribute meaningfully to a ‘real-world’ information technology setting. Start date : August 15 or later; End date : December 3 Compensation for internship experiences preferred; we also welcome unpaid opportunities

This experience is designed for graduate students specializing in data mining, machine learning, and data science. These learners are equipped with skills in analyzing complex datasets, developing predictive models, and creating compelling visualizations. The objective is to apply these skills to real-world projects, enabling students to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions. By engaging in these projects, learners will enhance their problem-solving abilities and gain valuable experience in delivering actionable insights.

This experience immerses learners in the practical application of engineering design principles, focusing on sustainable practices and multidisciplinary collaboration. Participants will leverage their skills in CAD software, project management, and technical communication to tackle real-world engineering challenges. By engaging in hands-on projects, learners will refine their ability to define problems, develop optimal design solutions, and integrate sustainability into their engineering decisions. This experience is designed to bridge classroom knowledge with industry-relevant projects, preparing learners to contribute effectively to engineering teams.

This experience focuses on equipping learners with practical skills in Human Resource Management, enabling them to apply strategic HR principles to real-world scenarios. Learners will gain insights into talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and organizational development. By collaborating with industry professionals, learners can apply their knowledge to projects that enhance HR processes and contribute to a company's strategic goals.

This experience is designed for graduate students specializing in data mining, machine learning, and data science. These learners are equipped with skills in analyzing complex datasets, developing predictive models, and creating compelling visualizations. The objective is to apply these skills to real-world projects, enabling students to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions. By engaging in these projects, learners will enhance their problem-solving abilities and gain valuable experience in delivering actionable insights.