Technology Apprentice Program Hybrid

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 Apprentice Program serves as a launchpad for passionate technologists seeking to make a meaningful impact while accelerating their professional growth.

The Technology Apprentice Program is a full-time 16-week immersive experience designed to cultivate future technical talent in the software engineering and application development real-world projects collaborative engagement and guided development apprentices will grow their skills build lasting connections and confidently launch their careers in technology.

What Youll Do

• Participate in a comprehensive onboarding experience to equip you with the knowledge connections and technical skills needed to thrive within The Cigna Groups technology function.

• Grow your career through development workshops trainings and continued education options

• Engage and grow within the technology function through hands-on experience solving real-world challenges deepening your technical skills.

• Work alongside experienced software and/or application developers to build test and maintain applications while developing core technical and professional skills.

• Engage with peers mentors and cross-functional partners through collaborative initiatives.

Qualifications

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.

We prefer that candidates meet one or more of the following educational requirements:

• Completion of an Associates degree in software development computer science or a related technology field

• Graduation from a technical bootcamp focused on full-stack development front-end/back-end engineering or app development

• Completion of a recognized technical certification from a recognized technical organization/institution (e.g. AWS Microsoft Oracle) with hands-on experience applying those skills in real-world projects

Ideal candidates will also bring the following technical competencies and abilities:

• Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: Java Kotlin Typescript C# Python Go

• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle version control systems (Git) and basic debugging techniques

• Basic understanding of programming concepts (variables loops functions)

• Familiarity with web development fundamentals (HTML CSS JavaScript)

• Experience with agile methodologies team-based development or open-source contributions is a plus.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

We value candidates who bring:

• Effective interpersonal written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to learn new technology quickly and adapt to changing priorities

• A growth mindset focused on taking ownership of personal and professional growth through continuous learning and proactive career exploration.

• Demonstrated curiosity and creativity in solving problems.

• Collaboration and relationship building in diverse teams

Additional Program Information:

• Location:This is a Hybrid position out of St. Louis MO. 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 October 26 2026. Working hours are Monday Friday.

• Employment Continuation Clause: Employment after program completion is conditional upon: (1) fulfillment of all program requirements (2) satisfactory performance and competency verification through formal evaluation and (3) availability of a business need for the position. If these conditions are not met employment will end at the programs conclusion.

• 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.

• Compensation: For this role youll be paid a rate of $28.85/hr

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 were 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.

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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.