Experiential learning infrastructure for Canada’s talent ecosystem
We bring together employers, and educators to create project-based work experiences that help emerging talents gain career clarity, build verified skills, and strengthen workforce readiness.
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Building the future of experiential learning & workforce intelligence
We help learners gain meaningful experience beyond the classroom, demonstrate skills through applied work, and build trusted professional reputations. We also enable employers and community organizations to engage emerging talent, co-create experiential learning opportunities, and strengthen future workforce pipelines.
By bringing together education, industry, and learners, we generate workforce insights that help institutions improve student outcomes, organizations better understand emerging talent, and communities build more resilient workforce ecosystems.
Vision
To be Canada's most people- and purpose-centered experiential learning infrastructure and talent ecosystem.
Mission
Our mission is to connect learners, employers, and educators through experiential learning opportunities that build verified skills, strengthen workforce readiness, and expand access to opportunity.
Built for the entire workforce and learning ecosystem
For students & learners
Learners get connected to real employers, meaningful projects, skill-building opportunities, and professional networks that help them gain career clarity and transition from education to employment.
Gain real-world experience
Work on meaningful projects with real employers and build practical experience beyond the classroom.
Build verified skills
Develop a portfolio of employer-validated work and demonstrate skills through actual project outcomes.
Grow your professional network
Connect directly with employers, educators, and peers while building long-term career relationships.
Improve career readiness
Strengthen communication, collaboration, reliability, and workplace confidence through experiential learning.
For businesses & non-profits
Businesses, non-profits, and educators collaborate to create real-world learning opportunities that help learners gain experience while advancing organizational goals.
Access emerging talent
Connect with motivated students and emerging professionals ready to contribute to real business challenges.
Complete meaningful projects
Receive support on operational, marketing, research, and administrative initiatives through project-based collaboration.
Build future talent pipelines
Identify high-potential talent early while contributing to workforce development in Calgary.
Gain workforce visibility
Understand emerging skills, learner capabilities, and workforce trends through structured engagement.
For colleges & universities
Colleges and universities collaborate with employers to create industry-connected learning experiences that improve student outcomes, strengthen workforce alignment, and expand pathways to employment.
Improve employability outcomes
Help students gain practical experience that complements classroom learning and strengthens career readiness.
Align learning with industry needs
Collaborate with employers to create experiences connected to real workforce demand and business challenges.
Access workforce intelligence
Receive insight into employer needs, skill trends, participation patterns, and experiential learning outcomes.
Expand industry engagement
Strengthen relationships with employers while creating more pathways for student growth and opportunity.
How our process works
01Apply
Create a learner profile that highlights your interests, goals, experiences, and areas for growth.
02Discover opportunities
Access real-world projects, experiential learning opportunities, and career-building experiences developed with employers and educators.
03Get matched
Get connected with opportunities aligned with your skills, interests, learning objectives, and career goals.
04Learn through experience
05Demonstrate your skills
Show what you can do through real project outcomes, employer feedback, and applied learning experiences.
06Build your reputation
Develop a portfolio of verified experience, validated skills, and professional relationships that support future education and employment opportunities.
01Identify organizational needs
Identify projects, challenges, initiatives, or workforce priorities where learner support can create value.
02Design learning opportunity
Collaborate with educators to develop meaningful projects that align organizational needs with learner capabilities.
03Meet emerging talent
04Collaborate & mentor
Guide projects, provide feedback, and help learners develop workplace skills through structured engagement.
05Validate skills & performance
Recognize demonstrated competencies, project contributions, and professional growth through real-world collaboration.
06Build future talent pipelines
Identify high-potential talent early, strengthen community engagement, and contribute to workforce development.
01Define learning goals
02Partner with industry
Collaborate with employers and community organizations to create meaningful, industry-connected learning opportunities.
03Connect learning to practice
Enable students to apply classroom knowledge through real-world projects and workplace experiences.
04Support student success
05Access workforce insights
Gain insight into employer needs, emerging skills, learner participation, and experiential learning outcomes.
06Boost program alignment
Use ecosystem insights to continuously improve curriculum relevance, industry engagement, and student outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twenties Network?
Twenties Network is an experiential learning and workforce intelligence platform that connects students, employers, and educators through real-world projects, verified skills, and workforce insight.
Is this only for university students?
No. Twenties Network is designed for emerging talent across universities, colleges, polytechnics, bootcamps, and career-focused learning programs.
Do I need previous work experience to join?
Not at all. Many opportunities are designed to help students gain practical experience for the first time while building confidence and workplace readiness.
What kind of projects will students work on?
Projects may include marketing support, customer research, social media coordination, administrative support, operations assistance, community outreach, content creation, data organization, and other real business initiatives.
Are the opportunities paid?
Some opportunities may include compensation depending on the employer and project scope, while others focus primarily on experiential learning, portfolio development, and skill building.
How are students selected for opportunities?
Students are matched based on interests, skills, availability, learning goals, communication, and readiness for the specific experience.
What makes Twenties Network different from a job board?
Twenties Network is not simply a job board. We focus on experiential learning, verified skills, workforce readiness, and meaningful collaboration between students, employers, and institutions.
How do verified skills work?
Skills become verified through completed projects and employer feedback. Instead of only listing skills on a résumé, students build evidence through real work and validated outcomes.
Will employers actually mentor or support students?
Yes. Employers participating in the network are encouraged to provide guidance, feedback, and real-world context that supports student learning and development.
How do I join the network?
Students can join by completing the onboarding process, creating a learner profile, and expressing interest in experiential learning opportunities available through the network.
Ready to shape the future of work?
Whether you’re a student looking for experience, an employer needing talent, or an instituition seeking data, Twenties Network is your partner.