Fellows

WHO WE RECRUIT

The Ascendance Fellowship

Fellows are selected on more than just grades. We look for people who communicate clearly, think deeply, and can defend an idea under pressure. We believe that genuine curiosity, a scientific approach to problems, and a track record of following through are foundational to our program.

Fellows
Fellows at work
WEEK 1–2

Intensive AI-Bootcamp

Intensive training in AI tools and development workflows. In addition to learning how to use AI to gain efficiency in business functions, every Fellow will build an app end to end.

WEEK 3–16+

Client Project Placement

Apply AI-native practices to deliver high-impact results, embedded in a real-world role at a client. Placements support a variety of roles including business functions, analytics, and software development.

WHAT FELLOWS DO

Forward-deployed, from day one.

The Ascendance Fellowship is a fully paid, elite apprenticeship where you dive into real projects from day one. Fellows train with AI tools, deliver impact inside top companies, and learn from industry leaders. With expert mentorship and an ambitious peer network, it’s a launchpad to an accelerated, high-impact career.

Some coding experience is expected, but the program is designed to build skills. With AI, a highly motivated Fellow can operate well above what their experience level might suggest — and regularly does.

TESTIMONIALS

Hear from our Fellows

Anna
1ST YEAR WATERLOO SE
Hemit
GRADE 12
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What We Offer Fellows

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Real client work from day one — building software that matters.
02
A peer cohort of ambitious students from across Canada.
03
Weekly seminars on AI fundamentals, applied directly to client work.
04
An Expert Network of senior engineers, founders, and industry leaders.

Past guest speakers include leaders from OpenAI, Waabi, and Alpaca.

05
An alumni program with continued seminar access.

Top graduates return as part-time consultants, mentoring the next cohort.

Fellows program