Driving onshore delivery excellence in Lafayette with local talent and scalable IT solutions

We are proud to be deeply rooted in Lafayette, combining global expertise with local talent to drive innovative solutions and strengthen the community where we live and work. Through meaningful partnerships, active engagement, and a shared commitment to service, we work alongside clients, educators, local leaders, and nonprofits to create lasting impact. From STEM programs and volunteer initiatives to onshore delivery excellence and career development, our presence in Lafayette reflects our dedication to CGI’s core values.

Explore how we engage our local community

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Education outreach

Through outreach, we build pathways for students to explore and develop skills for technology careers through K‑12 STEM@CGI programming, high‑impact mentorship, and hands‑on learning opportunities. Our programs connect students with CGI Partners who provide subject‑matter expertise, innovative mentoring, and real‑world exposure through initiatives like STEM camps, the Congressional App Challenge, and the Bridge internship network. By expanding access, inspiring curiosity, and equipping emerging talent with the tools to succeed, our education outreach programs strengthen communities and help shape the next generation of technology leaders.

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Community engagement

CGI Lafayette strengthens the Acadiana community through hands‑on service events like neighborhood revitalization, food drives for local organizations, and other donation opportunities. This includes Lafayette's participation in Community Builders’ Week where CGI partners packed more than 15,000 meals benefiting local food pantries and student support programs. Opportunities like these create meaningful local impact where we live and work. Learn more about CGI’s corporate social responsibility program across the globe. 

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Project-based learning

Our project-based learning partnership with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette gives students real mission-focused challenges, pairing them with CGI mentors to develop full‑stack, industry-ready solutions. With more than 18 cohorts completed, this hands‑on model strengthens Lafayette’s tech talent pipeline and connects students directly to the region’s tech experts.

AI Center of Excellence

CGI’s Lafayette presence serves as an AI Center of Excellence, bringing deep industry expertise and advanced AI capabilities to help agencies and enterprises modernize, improve outcomes, and accelerate mission impact. By integrating responsible AI practices with sector-specific knowledge, our teams deliver scalable solutions that transform operations across government, health, and financial services.

 

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750+
living and working in Lafayette
$90M+
in local economic impact generated
by just the first 400 jobs in Lafayette

Living in Lafayette

Lafayette Parish, with an estimated population of more than 225,000, serves as a central economic hub in Louisiana. The region’s legendary joie de vivre and globally recognized Cajun and Creole cultures help create a uniquely rich environment for both work and play. Lafayette offers a world‑class workforce, a diversified business base, and metropolitan appeal supported by an integrated transportation network and preeminent high‑tech infrastructure, including some of the fastest internet speeds in the world.

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