AI Technology Development Program - Associate

The Cigna Group; Bloomfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Job summary

The Cigna Group invites recent graduates and early-career professionals to join the Technology Development Program (TECDP) in the Artificial Intelligence Track. This two-year development program focuses on hands-on AI projects and cross-functional collaboration to accelerate growth into a technologist role within healthcare technology.

Participants gain structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to real-world AI initiatives, with a hybrid work schedule across multiple US locations and

Qualifications

• Education: Must have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or related field at the time of hire.
• Familiarity with languages such as Python, JavaScript, or R and experience with AI/ML frameworks.
• Courses & Experiences: Coursework, research, internships, or projects involving machine learning, large language models (LLMs), generative AI, natural language processing, computer vision, or related AI disciplines.
• AI Forward Mindset: Demonstrated curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging AI technologies and their potential to reshape industries. Interest in ethical AI, responsible innovation, and the intersection of AI and human-centered design.

Responsibilities

• Meaningful Work: Contribute within the Artificial Intelligence track by building impactful technical solutions that drive innovation across The Cigna Group while strengthening your real-world skills.
• Learn by Collaborating: Learn by doing alongside peers, mentors, and cross-functional partners through hands-on projects, recruiting support, innovation efforts, community initiatives, and onboarding experiences.
• Structured Learning: Grow through a blend of core and track-specific curriculum, including technical training, leadership development, and business exposure to support your development as a well-rounded technologist.
• Community & Connection: Build strong relationships across the organization through networking, mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and informal peer engagement that support both personal and professional growth.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

R

AI concepts

Communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / AI / Data Science / Computer Engineering

Tools

Copilot

GitHub

Cursor

Job description

The Cigna Group invites recent graduates and early-career professionals to join the Technology Development Program (TECDP) in the Artificial Intelligence Track. This two-year development program focuses on hands-on AI projects and cross-functional collaboration to accelerate growth into a technologist role within healthcare technology.

Participants gain structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to real-world AI initiatives, with a hybrid work schedule across multiple US locations and