At the heart of our collaboration with ReDI School of Digital Integration in Germany are the people—CGI Partners volunteering their time, skills and energy. What unites them is not a formal program or corporate-driven initiative but a shared belief in the power of learning, connecting and giving back. Over the past three years, this small but passionate group of volunteers from our Hamburg office has built a remarkable and lasting cooperation with ReDI.

What began as a friendly connection grew into a trusted collaboration built on a shared commitment and initiative. Managed from within the community, this collaboration succeeds without any official sponsorship or formal agreement—proof that meaningful impact often begins with personal dedication.

Teaching and mentoring

Each semester, three to five CGI Partners join ReDI School Hamburg’s teaching programs to deliver hands-on lessons and occasionally host classes at our Hamburg office. They contribute to various courses, including HTML and CSS, JavaScript and Python Foundations.

Additionally, CGI Partners share their expertise as mentors, guiding ReDI students in their personal and professional development.

Workshops and knowledge sharing

For volunteers who are unable to commit on a regular basis, our one-time workshops provide a flexible way to get involved and share expertise. Highlights from past workshops include:

  • Agile Basics and Scrum with LEGO®
  • CRM: Get to know each other
  • How to apply for a job
  • Master Git and GitHub

Building bridges: Career days and internships

At the end of each semester, we host the CGI Career Day, where ReDI students and CGI Partners connect, exchange ideas and explore opportunities beyond employment, with a focus on sharing experiences and professional inspiration.

We reached a milestone in 2025 when seven ReDI students joined CGI as short-term interns, working on internal projects from February through April 2025.

Feedback from our students

“Our supervisors have been very helpful. They assign us tasks and, if we struggle, guide us through the process. The flow of the internship is flexible and progresses at a steady pace.”

“It’s been a new experience, and I’m gaining valuable new skills. I’m enjoying the chance to grow professionally and contribute to the team.”

“I’m happy with my internship because I work on UI and use my UX knowledge. It’s a big system. I’ve never worked on something this large before. It’s a very useful experience for me and for my portfolio.”

These comments highlight how hands-on experience and mentorship can transform learning into confidence for both ReDI interns and CGI Partners.

Lasting impact

Through teaching, mentoring, workshops and internships, 149 ReDI students benefited from our Hamburg team’s support during 2025—a record year reflecting the dedication and spirit behind this volunteer-driven cooperation. Thanks to the team’s continued efforts and thoughtful organization, this collaboration has grown stronger than ever.

Looking ahead, we aim to expand this initiative, welcoming new volunteers and ideas while keeping its authentic spirit of “people helping people learn, grow and find their path.”

Contact us to learn more about our collaboration with ReDI.