This article explains the Riipen FuturePath cohort application process for employers and how the Employer Interest Form works. If you are new to Riipen as a whole, take a look at our Getting Started for Employers article to walk through the Riipen basics!
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You’ll see a “Confirm your interest” button instead. Submitting this form begins the process to get you started on the program!
How does the application process work?
1. Express Your Interest
It all starts with an Employer Interest Form—a quick way to raise your hand and say, “I’m in!” You’ll join the list of forward-thinking employers ready to work with top student talent.
2. Receive Your Invitation
When the cohort is open, you’ll receive an exclusive email invitation to speak with our team and discuss everything you need to access the platform and move forward.
3. Sign Up & Dive In
Create your Riipen account and follow a seamless onboarding journey designed to get you set up without the guesswork.
Outline your project’s:
Objectives
Desired outcomes
Required skills
This information helps the platform match your opportunity with the right students.
5. Request a Match
Submit your project and request a match—Riipen’s smart system will help connect you with students who have the expertise and enthusiasm to deliver.
6. Complete Verification
To maintain a secure and trusted space, you’ll complete a simple identity verification step.
Things to know about the interest form:
Cohorts have limited space, and placements are first-come, first-served once applications open.
Once a cohort has filled, you will be informed via email reply and then notified once the cohort is ready to begin accepting projects!
What happens once your project is approved?
7. Sign Agreements
You’ll be prompted to review and sign participation agreements—no red tape, just clear guidelines to help the process run smoothly.
8. Enter Payment Details
Secure your spot by submitting payment info. It’s quick, secure, and confirms your project is ready to go.
9. Receive Student Applications
Your project goes live, and during the cohort dates, student applications start rolling in from students eager to contribute and grow their skills.
10. Select Your Student Team
Review the candidates resumes, conduct interviews if you’d like, and build your ideal team of motivated student collaborators.
11. Launch & Collaborate!
With your student team selected, it’s time to kick off! Work together, share insights, and bring your project to life with the fresh perspective of emerging talent.
What can you do while you wait?
If you’ve submitted the Employer Interest Form but haven’t received your invitation yet, here’s how to prepare:
Book a call with one of our team members!
Sign up for Riipen’s platform and get comfortable in the space!
Review the cohort breakdown so you’re aware and ready for the next upcoming dates.
Sketch your project idea ahead of time to hit the ground running.
Need help?
Have questions about the process? Reach out via the chat icon (the avocado!) in the bottom-right corner of your screen—we’re happy to assist!