Foster the next generation of data analysts

Become an employer partner with NorQuest

Upskilling For Data Analytics and Business Intelligence for Autistic Individuals is designed to equip neurodivergent students with specialized data analysis skills, preparing them for impactful careers in a wide range of industries.

We invite employers to partner with us by offering practicum opportunities that help bridge the gap between education and employment.

By partnering with us, you can:

  • Access highly skilled talent: Tap into a pool of highly skilled, detail-oriented individuals trained in essential data processing skills, including data entry, transformation, modeling, and visualization.
  • Enjoy financial benefits: Take advantage of a wage subsidy of up to 50% for 100 practicum hours, making it even easier to invest in new talent.
  • Boost team productivity: Gain extra support and enhance your team's efficiency with the addition of a practicum student.
  • Foster an inclusive workplace: Support the inclusion of neurodiverse individuals in your workforce, benefiting from diverse perspectives, unique problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and advanced analytical skills.
  • Develop future data specialists: Invest in developing the next generation of data professionals, reducing future hiring costs and building a skilled, reliable team.

How it works

  1. Matchmaking: We'll connect you with a student whose skills align with your organization's needs.
  2. On-the-job training: Provide valuable hands-on experience and mentorship.
  3. Ongoing support: Our team will assist throughout the placement to ensure a smooth experience.

What do you need to do to host a practicum student?

  • Commit to hosting a student for a minimum of 100 hours.
  • Provide a supervised work environment. 
  • Provide a supply of meaningful, data processing work tasks. 
  • Offer mentorship and guidance. 
  • Evaluate the student’s performance in the final review.

Ready to make a difference?

Contact us today to learn more about our program, and how you can become a partner.

Privacy statement

The personal information collected in this form will be used to conduct and complete the Upskilling Employer program intake process. Collection is authorized under section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act). Collected personal information will be protected from unauthorized access, use, and disclosure in accordance with the FOIP Act. Questions about the specific collection, use, and disclosure can be directed to: 10215 108 St. Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1L6 emailed to: careercentre@norquest.ca