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CBS News Chicago – As a new quantum computing campus goes up in South Chicago, an exclusive program at Chicago State is helping to connect students with quantum opportunities and local jobs.

From a research lab on the Chicago State Campus to the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park, the first-of-its-kind development is less than five miles from campus in South Chicago.

“It strengthens that college-to-job pipeline,” said student Nmari Ward. “It’s a great thing and it’s a great thing for the neighborhood as well.”

State leaders are hoping it helps position Illinois as the next Silicon Valley and businesses are hoping it will bring growth to their neighborhood.

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