Technology Development Program (TECDP) - Artificial Intelligence Track - Start Date: July 12, 2027

Cigna; Bloomfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cigna Group in Bloomfield, CT is launching the Technology Development Program (TECDP) – Artificial Intelligence Track for recent graduates and early‑career technologists. This two‑year program blends hands‑on AI projects with mentoring and cross‑functional exposure to healthcare technology.

You will work with Python, AI/ML tools, and generative AI to build human‑centered solutions while developing leadership and business insight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree completed by hire date.
• Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, or R and experience with AI/ML frameworks.
• coursework, internships, or projects involving ML, LLMs, NLP, CV, or related AI disciplines.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

R

AI/ML frameworks

LLMs

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/AI/DS/CE

Tools

Copilot

GitHub

Cursor

Job description

Technology Development Program (TECDP) - Artificial Intelligence Track - Full Time Associate

Our Technology Development Program (TECDP) is a two-year program designed to build technical expertise and a holistic understanding of how technology fuels transformation across the healthcare industry. 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. This role is designed to support your transition from academia to industry. The program is ideal for recent graduates and early‑career professionals who are curious, motivated, and eager to apply their academic knowledge in a real‑world setting.

The Artificial Intelligence Track is designed for individuals passionate about leveraging AI to create intelligent, human‑centered solutions that drive better healthcare outcomes.

What you'll do

• 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.

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. Additional degrees such as Math or Statistics will be considered if paired with coding experience and exposure to AI Code Generation.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with languages such as Python, JavaScript, or R and experience with AI/ML frameworks. Knowledge of Generative AI tools (Copilot, GitHub, Cursor, etc.).
• 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. Hands‑on application of AI concepts.
• 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.
• Well Rounded: Leadership or involvement in clubs, organizations, or technical competitions such as Hackathons, AI challenges, or research symposiums.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• AI Development Experience: Preferred experience building, fine‑tuning, evaluating, or deploying machine learning models, LLM‑based applications, AI agents, or generative AI solutions through coursework, research, internships, or personal projects.
• Clear Communication: Effectively share ideas with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Collaboration & Inclusion: Build strong relationships and work well on diverse teams.
• Critical Thinking: Analyze complex problems and create innovative solutions.
• Curiosity: Understand how technology supports healthcare and connects to business goals.
• Strength‑Based Leadership: Leverage personal and team strengths to drive results.
• Growth Mindset: Pursue continuous learning and career development.
• Technology Fluency & Ethics: Use foundational and emerging technologies responsibly to deliver value.

Additional Information

Location: This position is based in one of the following office locations: Bloomfield, CT |Morris Plains, NJ | St. Louis, MO | Austin, TX. The role requires a hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of three days per week working onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, and one additional day of the employee's choice), and the option to work the remaining days remotely. Relocation assistance is not offered, and employees must be able to meet the onsite schedule for their assigned office location.

Schedule: Full‑time, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday starting July 12, 2027 .

Work Authorization: One goal of this leadership development program is to prepare and identify qualified candidates for leadership roles with The Cigna Group upon program completion. Therefore, this position is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who do not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship including, but not limited to, H-1B, CPT/OPT/STEM.

Timeline: Process includes a recruiter screen and up to two interviews. Application window closes by mid‑October 2026 or once filled.

Compensation: Expected base salary is $86,