Fuel innovation with Nova Scotia’s emerging talent. 

EduNova Study and Stay™ Career Connect – Powered by Riipen, is a program that connects employers across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada with highly skilled international students who are already studying and living in the region. Through short-term, 30-hour work-integrated learning (WIL) projects, employers gain access to emerging talent with in-demand skills, global perspectives, and fresh ideas. 
 
Employer – Book a 1:1 meeting:
Book your appointment here!

Organizations across various sectors utilize the program to advance priority initiatives, including AI, digital transformation, technology adoption, health research, and more, while testing new ideas, driving innovation, and strengthening the local talent pipeline.

Employer Participants - How it works: 
1. Post your project. Submit via the Riipen platform. Reviewed and approved.

 
2. Get matched with a student
based on skills, interests, and experience.
 
3. Complete the project. Collaborate for 30 hours of work. 
4. Give feedback. Support student growth.