Students and New Graduates

Are you a soon-to-be graduate with a passion for tech?

As Canada’s largest IT consulting firm, CGI is looking for innovative and tech savvy individuals to join our New Grad Tech Academies. We are looking for bright and energetic individuals to support client journeys in high-end business and IT consulting, systems integration, transformational outsourcing, and intellectual property. 

What you can expect

Whether it’s a new grad tech academy or a new grad position, CGI provides a stellar experience for our new grads. When you join CGI, you can expect to:

• Fast track your professional development to become a top consultant
• Access professional development workshops and e-learning
• Gain exposure to senior leaders through networking events and workshops
• Participate in social events with your peers
• Receive regular coaching and mentorship from leaders
• Matched contributions made to CGI’s share purchase plan
• Group wellness benefits coverage as of day one

Tech academies

Our tech academies run from 5-18 weeks and are designed to provide you with in depth learning to set you up for success once you move into your new role. As a participant in the academy, you will join CGI with a cohort of new graduates who will be part of your learning journey.

You will work on individual and group assignments while getting coaching and guidance from our trainers and a representative from one of our business units. Once you graduate from the academy, you will have the chance to work in a mature Agile team which uses latest technologies.

Tech specializations offered:

• .Net
• Java
• Full Stack Development
• Testing Automation
• Cyber Security.

Recruitment timelines and eligibility requirements

On the New Grad program, there are two cohorts - January and June start dates. Recruitment for the January cohort starts in September. Recruitment for the June cohort commences in January.

You are eligible if you have…
Undergraduates: 

• Completed university or college within 12 months of applying to CGI •
• Less than 18 months of relevant work experience (excluding co-ops and internships)

Post Grad/Master's Students: 

• Completed university or college within 12 months of applying to CGI 
• 3 years or less of full-time work experience (excluding co-ops and internships)

Job opportunities for new grads

Apply to a co-op or new grad opportunity near you If you’re interested in learning more about new grad and co-op opportunities at CGI, please email your resume listing your graduation date to campusrecruitment.ca@cgi.com. We’ll be in touch with initiatives that suit your interests!

Our NextGen Women in STEM Excel (WiSE) co-op program helps unlock women’s potential in STEM. It’s an intensive 4-8 month program that provides women with personal and professional development focused on four key areas:

• Insights
• Resources
• Community
• Exploration

The program includes mentorship and networking opportunities, as well as early career learning & development.
This program launched in the Fall 2023 term. Job postings for the Winter term will be posted in September 2023. Contact us at campusrecruitment.ca@cgi.com to learn more,