Technology Development Program (TECDP) Summer Internship 2026 (Finance)

Technology Development Program (TECDP) - Summer Internship

Are you looking for a summer internship experience in healthcare that advances innovations in technology to drive real business results?

The Cigna Group is seeking technology-focused, intellectually curious individuals to join ourTechnology Development Program (TECDP) Summer Internship, a 12-week experience designed to accelerate your growth, expand your technical capabilities, and deepen your understanding of how technology powers a global health services company.

Why Join Us?

This internship is more than just a summer job, it's a launchpad for your career. You'll build relationships, develop in-demand skills, and gain exposure to a mission-driven organization that's transforming health services through technology.

Summer internship technical tracks you can explore:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Data Analytics & Engineering
• Infrastructure and Cloud Engineering
• Mainframe Technology
• Software Engineering

What you'll do:

Spend your summer immersed in a dynamic, hands-on experience that blends real-world technical work, innovation, professional development, exploration of the technical tracks that makeup our team, and community engagement. As a TECDP intern, you'll be part of a collaborative environment where your contributions matter and your growth is prioritized.

Meaningful Role Work: Join a team and contribute to meaningful projects that reflect the responsibilities of full-time roles. You'll gain practical experience, develop technical skills, and make a tangible impact on the business.

Innovative Projects: Collaborate with fellow interns on a high-impact Innovation Project aimed at solving real healthcare challenges. Past projects have included:

These projects often involve conducting user research, building mobile applications, and presenting proof of concept that could influence future healthcare solutions.

Learn From Leaders: Gain insights and inspiration from leaders across The Cigna Group through a curated Leadership Speaker Series. These talks offer a behind-the-scenes look at the company's strategy, innovation, and leadership philosophy-helping you connect your work to the broader mission.

Build Community & Connections: Our interns thrive in a vibrant, supportive community-connecting through curated events, cross-functional projects, employee resource groups, and peer-driven initiatives that foster lasting relationships and professional growth.

Have Fun: Beyond the work, the summer is filled with opportunities to have fun, celebrate wins, and enjoy the intern experience. Whether it's team outings, competitions, or social events, you'll experience the energy and camaraderie that make The Cigna Group a great place to grow.

Qualifications:

To be considered, candidates must demonstrate the following qualifications through their resume, including relevant coursework, school projects, internships, co-ops, or professional experience:

• Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates in business technology programs (e.g., Bioinformatics, Healthcare Analytics, MIS, CIS, BIS) may be considered if they show strong technical depth.
• Technical Proficiency: Proven experience with one or more programming languages, tools, or platforms (e.g., Python, R, SQL, cloud technologies, machine learning frameworks).
• Collaboration & Leadership: Ability to work effectively in team environments, take initiative, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences. Evidence of leadership or team contributions should be reflected in past projects or roles.
• Innovation Mindset: Demonstrated curiosity and creativity in solving complex problems. Candidates should show a passion for using technology to drive innovation and improve healthcare outcomes.
• Adaptability: Experience working in fast-paced or ambiguous environments. Must be comfortable learning new technologies and adapting to changing priorities.
• Community Engagement: Interest in contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture. Participation in service events, student organizations, or professional development activities is strongly encouraged.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

We're looking for curious, collaborative, and forward-thinking individuals who are eager to grow as technologists and make a meaningful impact across The Cigna Group's diverse technology landscape. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following:

• Effective Communication: Clearly and confidently share ideas, information, and perspectives with both technical and non-technical audiences to foster understanding and alignment.
• Collaboration & Inclusion: Build strong relationships and work effectively in team environments, embracing diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities to achieve common goals.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Analyze complex situations, interpret data, and apply logical reasoning to identify needs and develop innovative, practical solutions.
• Strength-Based Leadership: Recognize and leverage personal and team strengths to drive results and contribute to organizational success.
• Growth Mindset & Career Development: Take ownership of personal and professional growth through continuous learning, self-awareness, and proactive career exploration and networking.
• Technology Fluency & Ethical Use: Understand and responsibly apply emerging and foundational technologies to enhance efficiency, solve problems, and deliver value.
• Academic Achievement: A cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher is preferred.

Additional Information:

• Location: All TECDP roles have the expectation for greater than 50% of their work week to be in the office. Applicants should be prepared to be aligned with one of the following offices:

Bloomfield, CT | Morris Plains, NJ | St. Louis, MO l Bloomington, MN | Austin, TX

• Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week beginning in mid-May 2026 and ending in August 2026. Working days are Monday - Friday.

• Work Authorization: This position is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who would not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.