Analytics Leadership Development Program (ALDP) Summer Internship

Analytics Leadership Development Program (ALDP) – Summer 2027 Intern  The Cigna Group, together with its wholly owned subsidiary Evernorth, is seeking highly motivated graduate students to join the Analytics Leadership Development Program (ALDP) as Summer 2027 Interns.  This internship is designed for candidates with a strong foundation in analytics and data science, meaningful hands-on experience, and an interest in developing as future analytics leaders. The ALDP offers an immersive learning experience that combines real-world analytical work with business strategy, professional development, and leadership exposure, preparing interns for full-time analytics roles following graduation.  At Evernorth, data and analytics play a critical role in improving health outcomes, advancing equity, and driving affordability across the healthcare system. ALDP interns contribute to impactful work that supports smarter, data-driven healthcare solutions while building both technical and leadership capabilities.  Internship Experience  As an ALDP Intern, you will be embedded within an analytics team and work on real business problems that strengthen your analytical thinking, technical skills, and ability to communicate insights. Interns are supported by experienced leaders, mentors, and peers throughout the program.  Example project areas may include:  Developing predictive models to identify customers who may benefit from targeted clinical or support programs  Applying machine learning techniques to segment populations and enable personalized engagement strategies  Analyzing drivers of medical cost trends and recommending data-driven mitigation strategies  Measuring the impact of business initiatives using experimental or quasi-experimental methods  Modeling the financial impact of changes to provider contracts or healthcare delivery models  Required Qualifications  Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Analytics, or a closely related discipline  Prior hands‑on experience gained through internships, co‑ops, research assistantships, paid employment, or applied academic projects involving analytics, data science, statistics, or quantitative modeling (experience may include coursework, capstone projects, research labs, consulting or contract work, or part‑time roles)  Experience applying analytical methods, including:  Programming in Python or R  Building, evaluating, or interpreting analytical or statistical models (e.g., linear or logistic regression, decision trees, or introductory machine learning models)  Applying statistical concepts such as hypothesis testing, experimental design, or A/B testing  Experience working with relational data and writing SQL queries to extract, manipulate, and analyze data  Foundational understanding of machine learning concepts, including supervised vs. unsupervised learning, feature engineering, and model evaluation  Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop data‑driven approaches  Demonstrated interest in leadership development, shown through academic, professional, teaching assistant, research, or extracurricular experiences  Ability to clearly communicate analytical insights to both technical and non‑technical audiences  Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑based environment, incorporating feedback and diverse perspectives  Availability to work 40 hours per week for the full 12‑week internship program  Preferred Qualifications  Exposure to machine learning tools or frameworks through graduate‑level coursework, projects, or internships (e.g., scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or large language models)  Exposure to more advanced evaluation, experimental, or causal analysis methods gained through coursework or academic projects (e.g., matched case‑control analysis or introductory causal inference)  Experience working with large or complex datasets in an academic, research, or project setting, including data cleaning, preparation, or basic feature engineering  Familiarity with tools or libraries used to visualize and communicate analytical insights (e.g., Python visualization libraries, Tableau, or Power BI)  Interest in or prior exposure to applying analytics in healthcare, insurance, or other regulated industries through coursework, projects, or internships  Additional Information  Locations: This position is based in Bloomfield, CT. 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. Employees must be able to meet the onsite schedule. Program Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week beginning May 24th, 2027. Working days are Monday – Friday. Compensation: The anticipated hourly pay range for this role is $33.00 - $40.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and location. Work Authorization / Visa Sponsorship: 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. Pre‑Employment Requirements: Selected candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment tasks approximately 45 days prior to the program start date. Completion of the drug test requires availability within the United States during this timeframe. Equal Employment Opportunity & Pay Transparency  The Cigna Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable wo