About the role#
The Technology Development Program (TECDP) Software Engineering internship is a 12-week summer program. You will work on technology projects, receive technical training, and participate in leadership development. The program focuses on preparing interns for future roles within The Cigna Group.
What you'll do#
- Design, build, and deliver scalable applications and platforms that support healthcare outcomes.
- Solve real-world technical challenges and contribute to innovation across the organization.
- Participate in core and track-specific curriculum, including technical training and business exposure.
- Engage with peers, mentors, and cross-functional partners through community-building activities.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, or other collaborative initiatives.
- Build professional relationships through networking and mentorship.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Foundational proficiency in a programming language such as Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, or C#.
- Experience through coursework, projects, research, hackathons, or previous internships.
- Exposure to software development concepts like front-end, back-end, APIs, databases, cloud, testing, or version control.
- Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts and work effectively with technical and nontechnical partners.
- Interest in agile development practices.
- Preferred: Exposure to generative AI tools like GitHub Copilot or Cursor.
- Preferred: GPA of 3.3 or higher.
- Must be eligible for employment in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations: St. Louis, MO; Austin, TX; Morris Plains, NJ; Bloomfield, CT.
- Modality: Hybrid. You must work onsite at least three days per week, including Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
- Start Date: May 24, 2027.
- Compensation: $25.00 to $33.00 per hour, based on skills, education, and location.
- Requirements: You must be able to meet the onsite schedule and complete mandatory pre-employment tasks, including a drug test, approximately 45 days before the start date.
About The Cigna Group
The Cigna Group is a global health company based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. It operates through Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services. The organization maintains sales capabilities in over 30 countries and jurisdictions. It serves more than 190 million customer relationships worldwide.
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