Technology Development Program (TECDP)

Technology Development Program (TECDP) Full Time Associate

At The Cigna Group we believe technology is the heartbeat of innovation in healthcarepowering smarter decisions better outcomes and more personalized experiences for millions of people. Our Technology Development Program (TECDP) is a launchpad for passionate early-career technologists who want to make a meaningful impact while accelerating their growth.

TECDP is a two-year immersive experience designed to build deep technical expertise and a holistic understanding of how technology fuels transformation across the healthcare ecosystem. Associates join a technical track aligned to their interests and career goals gaining hands-on experience expanding their technical acumen and collaborating across disciplines to solve real-world challenges in healthcare.

What youll do:

• Meaningful Role Work: Work within a specific track where youll design maintain and watch over the technologies that support better healthcare outcomes. Gain hands-on experience solving real-world challenges deepening your technical skills and driving innovation across The Cigna Group.
• Learning From Others: Engage with peers mentors and cross-functional partners through community-building activities and collaborative initiatives. Whether youre supporting recruiting efforts driving innovation promoting community or enhancing onboarding experiences youll learn by doing and growing through shared knowledge.
• Formal Education and Curriculum: Participate in structured learning through both core and track-specific curriculum. This includes technical training leadership development and exposure to the business designed to support your growth as a well-rounded technologist.
• Community Building: Build meaningful relationships across the organization through networking events mentorship cross-functional collaboration or informal peer engagement. Develop strong relationships that support your personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

This posting is part of our intern conversion process and is primarily intended for individuals who have previously interned with our Technology Leadership Development Program. Additional TECDP roles are posted and we look forward to reviewing your application for our other positions. We value diverse experiences and encourage all candidates to explore additional roles that may better align with your background and career goals.

Were seeking passionate well-rounded technologists with a desire to make a meaningful impact on healthcare. Youll be part of a team that designs builds and delivers scalable solutions that power The Cigna Group. Ideal qualifications include:

• Education: Full time candidates must have completed a bachelors or masters degree in a technical program at the time of hire.
• Technological Proficiencies: Familiarity with the languages and tools used within your aligned track.
• Courses & Experiences: Coursework technical projects or internships that demonstrate technical capabilities.
• AI Native Mindset: Familiarity withGenerative AI tools(e.g. GitHub Copilot Cursor) and an interest in how AI can enhance technology is highly valued. Candidates should be curious about emerging technologies and eager to explore how AI can accelerate solutions.
• Well Rounded: Leadership or active involvement in clubs organizations or technical competitions.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

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

• Effective Communication: Clearly and confidently share ideas with both technical and non-technical audiences to foster understanding and alignment.
• Collaboration & Inclusion: Work effectively on diverse teams and build strong relationships.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Analyze complex situations and develop innovative solutions.
• Curiosity: Understand how technology supports healthcare operations and outcomes. Ability to connect technical work to broader business goals.
• Strength-Based Leadership: Recognize and leverage personal and team strengths to drive results.
• Growth Mindset: Take ownership of personal and professional growth through continuous learning and proactive career exploration.
• Technology Fluency & Ethical Use: Apply emerging and foundational technologies responsibly to enhance efficiency solve problems and deliver value.
• Academic Achievement: A cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher is preferred.

Additional Information:

• Location:This is a Hybrid position out of Bloomfield CT; Morris Plains NJ; St. Louis MO; Austin TX; Bloomington MN or Scottsdale AZ. A Hybrid position means that you will be expected to work in-person for at least 3 days (Tuesday Wednesday & a 3rd day of choice) at your assigned office location with flexibility to work at home for a balance of time.
• Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week beginning July 13 2026. Working hours 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 support including H-1B or CPT/OPT/STEM etc. now or in the future.
• Timeline: Our recruitment process includes a recruiter phone screen followed by up to two interview rounds. Final interviews will be held in person with travel to one of our offices as needed. The application window is expected to close by mid-October 2025 or once all roles are filled.
• Compensation: For this position we anticipate offering a base salary of $86000 for bachelors degree candidates and $100000 for masters degree candidates along with a competitive benefit package.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

At The Cigna Group youll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment youll be offered several health-related benefits including medical vision dental and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) company paid life insurance tuition reimbursement a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs click here.

About The Cigna Group

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.

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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.