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Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for a stipend, learners must complete the following actions within the Riipen platform:
Log at least 50 working hours on your project
Submit your final project deliverable
Input and double-check your payment details
Provide feedback to your employer on your project experience
Receive feedback from your employer on your project deliverables
Complete the exit survey located in your project portal
Payment Timeline
Skills Lab operates on a 21-day payout period for learners completing employer projects. Stipends will be processed within 21 days once all eligibility requirements listed above have been met.
Tax Reporting
Stipend payments are considered taxable income. Learners are responsible for reporting their stipend payments when filing income taxes. For information on required tax documents and how to report your stipend, please review this resource:
Need Help?
If you have any questions about your stipend payment:
Use the live chat by clicking the avocado icon in the bottom right corner of your Riipen screen, or
Email us at skillslab@riipen.com