New Grad program

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)
Join our campus recruitment mailing list

Register for our campus recruitment mailing list to stay up to date on our webinars, workshops, exclusive events and job opportunities.

Co-op students and summer Interns

    Campus Careers Site

    CGI partners with top universities and colleges across Canada to offer co-op students internship opportunities working on projects that have a real impact on our clients.

    Perks of Being a CGI Co-op

    • Have access to a 1:1 Mentor matched with you based on your interests
    • Participate in monthly socials to meet co-ops across the country
    • Access professional development workshops hosted by subject matter experts on topics ranging from consulting 101, how to apply the agile methodology, data & analytics and more!

    NextGen WiSE Program

    Our NextGen Women in STEM Excel (WiSE) co-op program helps unlock women’s potential in STEM. It’s an intensive 4 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.Summer 2024 Applications are closed. Please visit our career site in the first week of May to apply for our Fall 2024 co-op positions.

    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)
    Join our campus recruitment mailing list

    Register for our campus recruitment mailing list to stay up to date on our webinars, workshops, exclusive events and job opportunities.

      Campus Careers Site

      CGI partners with top universities and colleges across Canada to offer co-op students internship opportunities working on projects that have a real impact on our clients.

      Perks of Being a CGI Co-op

      • Have access to a 1:1 Mentor matched with you based on your interests
      • Participate in monthly socials to meet co-ops across the country
      • Access professional development workshops hosted by subject matter experts on topics ranging from consulting 101, how to apply the agile methodology, data & analytics and more!

      Our NextGen Women in STEM Excel (WiSE) co-op program helps unlock women’s potential in STEM. It’s an intensive 4 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.Summer 2024 Applications are closed. Please visit our career site in the first week of May to apply for our Fall 2024 co-op positions.

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