We are excited to announce a new partnership with Global Repair Group, a mission-driven organization that supports airlines and travelers by ensuring mobility equipment- such as walkers and wheelchairs- is repaired, replaced, or recovered when it is damaged or lost in transit.
This partnership began in January and brings together shared values around service, professional development, and giving back. We recently spoke with Paulette Bizar, who manages Human Resources and the technician network at Global Repair Group across the United States and internationally, about why this collaboration felt like the right fit.
Paulette has been familiar with Cristo Rey St. Martin for years and has interviewed many students at job fairs and events. “When we see CRSM on a resume, it really stands out,” she shared. “Students who have been through Cristo Rey have superior professional skills. Their preparation and confidence truly show during interviews.”
The partnership aligned well with Global Repair Group’s transition to a new software system and its desire to involve students in meaningful, hands-on work. As part of a one-semester pilot program, four CRSM students are gaining experience in bill paying, accounting support, inventory management, and entering parts into the company’s system. In the coming weeks, students will also begin answering phones and assisting with customer calls, while being included in team meetings to learn more about professional collaboration.
“What has impressed me most is their dedication,” Paulette said. “It is fun to watch students build confidence and really find their voice. Getting to know them as people, not just interns, has been a joy.”
For Paulette, who has been with Global Repair Group for eight years, giving back is central to her work. “We help people every day, and this partnership is another way to do that. We are proud to be part of the Cristo Rey St. Martin mission. It helps us too, because students bring new ideas, energy, and a reminder that company culture matters just as much as the work itself.”
We are grateful to Global Repair Group and Paulette Bizar for investing in our students and creating a welcoming, professional environment where they can learn, contribute, and grow.