COLUMBUS, Ohio & FAIRFAX, Va., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), in partnership
with CGI Federal, the wholly-owned U.S. operating subsidiary of CGI
Inc. (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A), announced the kickoff today of "The
Collaborative," an immersive student internship program with
Central State University (CSU), a
historically black college and university (HBCU).
"Central State University is pleased
to partner with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority and CGI
Federal to advance this important training and experiential
learning opportunity for Ohio
students," said CSU President Dr. Jack
Thomas. "Housing quality wields a strong influence on the
workforce and on students' ability to flourish and thrive. We are
proud to support access to housing as a foundational social
determinant of health that provides the basis for vibrant families
and communities, and to bolster workforce development in this
essential sector."
Starting June 5th, this
comprehensive summer experience will give interns the opportunity
to make a direct impact on a broad range of programs within the
Columbus community. Over the
course of the internship, CSU students who participate in the
internship will receive hands-on experience working alongside
industry leaders on a variety of projects related to affordable
housing, including asset management, IT, human resources, planning
and development, accounting, design and construction, and
diversity, equity and inclusion. Moreover, as part of the
experience, the program is designed to be an immersive experience
for students so they can live and work in the community they are
serving during the internship program.
"CMHA prides itself on developing collaborative partnerships,"
said CMHA's President & CEO, Charles D.
Hillman. "This partnership between CMHA and CGI will allow
CSU students to have a first-hand view of the affordable housing
industry in Columbus, which will
ultimately give the interns an opportunity to apply their classroom
experience to industry challenges. This experience will prepare
students with the transition from higher education into the
workforce. This unique internship will provide an infusion of
talent to CMHA, CGI, and the affordable housing industry."
Working alongside CGI and CMHA professionals, interns will
participate in "Professional Development Wednesdays," where they
will have an opportunity to engage with local government officials
and affordable housing leaders. They will also work on a capstone
project to propose solutions for affordable, sustainable housing,
in line with supporting U.S. Department Of Housing & Urban
Development's mission to preserve affordable housing across the
nation. Students will present solutions to CMHA and CGI executives
in student-led work that has potential for adaptability throughout
communities nationwide.
"This partnership was an idea sparked by CGI's and CMHA's shared
vision to create an immersive internship experience with an HBCU,
recognizing the power of increasing representation in this field,
but also having the opportunity to have transformational impact –
within the community, affordable housing industry and for the
students," Rashida Ricks, Vice
President of Strategic Engagement and Inclusion at CGI Federal.
"Through this partnership we are creating an ecosystem for the
future of the workforce."
About Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority
CMHA
helps people access affordable housing through collaborative
partnerships, promotes neighborhood revitalization, and assists
residents in accessing needed social services. CMHA owns nearly
5,000 units of affordable housing and through its Housing Choice
Voucher and Project-Based Rental Assistance programs, provides
rental assistance to over 160,000 Ohio and Washington,
D.C., residents. Learn more at cmhanet.com.
About CGI Federal
CGI Federal Inc., a wholly-owned
U.S. operating subsidiary of CGI Inc., is dedicated to partnering
with federal agencies to provide solutions for defense,
civilian, healthcare, justice, intelligence, and international
affairs missions. Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest
independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
With 90,250 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI
delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT
and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and
business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI
works with clients through a local relationship model complemented
by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform
their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2022
reported revenue is $12.87 billion
and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB).
Learn more at cgi.com.
About Central State Unviersity
Central State University, located in Wilberforce, Ohio, is a regionally accredited
1890 Land-Grant University with a 135-year tradition of preparing
students from diverse backgrounds and experiences for leadership,
research, and service. The University, which has been named HBCU of
the Year by HBCU Digest, fosters academic excellence within a
nurturing environment and provides a strong liberal arts foundation
and STEM-Ag curriculum leading to professional careers and advanced
studies globally.
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