York University
York University
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Description

York is a leading international teaching and research university and a driving force for positive change.

Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term career and personal success. Together we are making things right for our communities, our planet, and our future.

We are connecting our students to their learning and better preparing them for career success with innovative teaching and learning approaches. We have a diverse range of collaborative hands-on Experiential Education opportunities. Through technology enhanced learning we can offer engaging ways to learn, and flexibility with online and blended (hybrid) courses.

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Recent experiences

Research Seminar in Economics

ECON 4089

Sep 30, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025

This advanced economics course gives senior undergraduate students hands-on experience solving real-world business and policy problems through applied economic research. Students work in small consulting-style teams to deliver evidence-based insights and actionable recommendations tailored to your organization’s needs. Working under the guidance of a faculty advisor, each student team partners with an organization to co-design a research question and carry out an in-depth analysis using economic frameworks and data tools. Time Commitment 35 hours per student (approx. 175 hours per team of 5) Minimal time required from your organization: 1 initial kickoff call with instructor and/or student team Periodic email check-ins (approx. 2–3 during the project) Optional feedback session at the final presentation

Admin Tsvetanka Karagyozova
Matches 0
Category Operations + 4
Open Closing on August 31, 2025

Applied Offensive Cyber Security: Real-World Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Analysis

CIP Code - 43.0403

Oct 21, 2025 - Dec 3, 2025

Students in this post-graduate certificate program are advanced students who have undergone intensive training in ethical hacking, vulnerability analysis, and offensive cybersecurity. They are capable of: Conducting professional-grade penetration testing and vulnerability assessments Applying the seven phases of penetration testing to identify, document, and remediate real-world security threats Analyzing Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) used by malicious actors Installing, configuring, and using offensive security tools across web apps and OS environments Creating detailed technical reports and security risk ratings with strategic recommendations Working in teams to simulate real-world threat scenarios, leveraging professional tools and workflows

Admin Bip Thapa
Matches 0
Category Security (cybersecurity and IT security)
Open Closing on October 5, 2025

Delivering Cybersecurity Solutions : March 3 2026 - April 14 2026

CSCO1070

Mar 3, 2026 - Apr 14, 2026

Are you seeking innovative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges while supporting the development of emerging talent? Collaborate with students from York University’s Cybersecurity program on a project-based experience tailored to your organizational needs. Project Overview Students will work on a customized cybersecurity project designed to address a specific challenge or opportunity within your organization. Possible project topics include, but are not limited to: Developing a Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC). Cyber risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Incident response and disaster recovery planning. Threat intelligence and vulnerability analysis. Security architecture and system hardening. Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks. Students will engage with your organization virtually using communication tools of your choice. They are available to contribute up to 39 hours from June 19th to August 14th , ensuring a focused and efficient collaboration.

Admin Bip Thapa
Matches 0
Category Security (cybersecurity and IT security) + 4
Open Closing on February 27, 2026

Marketing planning

ADMS 3220

Jan 5, 2026 - Apr 2, 2026

Intermediate level marketing students in the third year of their degrees at York University. They are capable of developing a custom marketing plan or marketing communications plan for a company or not-for-profit.

Admin Ian Gordon
Matches 2
Category Communications + 4
Closed

Latest feedback

Jessica Dulku
Jessica Dulku
She / Her
CEO
May 17, 2025
Experience feedback
This was a very valuable experience for me and my team. The students were a pleasure to work with and consistently put their best efforts into the project. I was genuinely impressed by their commitment and attention to detail. During our weekly check-in meetings, the students exceeded expectations, presenting their work, coming prepared with thoughtful questions, and offering ideas to advance our backend cloud structure for future growth.
York University
Cloud Strategy Implementation Experience
York University
reFern
Scalable Cloud Architecture Design for reFern
reFern
Ola Elkhatib
CTO
May 13, 2025
Experience feedback
Prof. Anastacio was easy to work with, and provided clear instructions. Strong alignment on the expectations from students and their deliverables for the course. The professor selected incredibly competent students to provide guidance on cloud infrastructure and security improvements. I strongly recommend this experience.
York University
Cloud Strategy Implementation Experience
York University
reFern
Scalable Cloud Architecture Design for reFern
reFern
Mohamed Babiker
Him
Admin
May 8, 2025
Experience feedback
I am grateful for the opportunity to work on the Cyber Security Tools Evaluation and Implementation Strategy project under Bip Thapa’s guidance. The project was a well-designed blend of theory and real-world application, and Bip Thapa's continuous support, clear expectations, and practical insights helped make the experience enriching and professionally valuable. It has been an important step in preparing for cybersecurity challenges in real business environments.
York University
Delivering Cybersecurity Solutions : Feb 25-Apr 8
York University
Ontario Business Gate Inc
Cyber Security Tools Evaluation and Implementation Strategy
Ontario Business Gate Inc