Job Description
Make an impact this Spring 2026. The Cigna Group's Actuarial Executive Development Program (AEDP) offers a unique part-time actuarial internship designed to immerse you in the work of a full-time actuary while balancing your academic schedule. Over the course of the semester, you'll take ownership of a business-relevant project, collaborate with experienced actuaries, and gain exposure to the dynamic world of healthcare. This internship is a key pipeline into further opportunities within the AEDP-our primary pathway for developing top actuarial talent.
What You'll Do: You'll own and present a high-impact project aligned with business needs. Past intern projects have included: - Analyzing cost drivers and forecasting financial trends
- Evaluating the effectiveness of medical policies through data analysis
- Supporting pricing and reserving strategies with actuarial modeling
- Enhancing tools that improve business decision-making
Beyond your project, you'll participate in: Developing Business Acumen : Job shadows, leadership lunches, and trainings that deepen your understanding of actuarial work at The Cigna Group. Professional Development : Mentorship, career coaching, and hands-on experience to build your actuarial toolkit. Community & Culture : Join an inclusive network of AEDP associates and alumni focused on connection and growth.
What We Look For: - Progress toward a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, with preference for sophomores or students who have completed at least 2 semesters of relevant coursework
- Minimum 3.2 GPA
- Strong technical and analytical skills; Excel proficiency preferred, coding experience (Python, R, SQL) a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and curiosity
- Commitment to professional development and learning the business of healthcare
Program Logistics: Location : Cottage Grove Road, Bloomfield, CT Work Schedule : January 20 - May 1, 2026
- Part-time: 15 hours/week typical, flexible between 10-20 hours/week based on class schedule
- Hybrid: Two days in-office per week, remainder remote
Compensation :
- Hourly rate starting at $28.00
- Transportation assistance for in-office days
- Paid study materials for one upcoming actuarial exam
Work Authorization : One goal of this internship program is to prepare and identify qualified candidates for roles with Cigna post-graduation. Therefore, this temporary internship is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who would not require visa support including H-1B, CPT/OPT/STEM, etc., now or in the future.
If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
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.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.
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.
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