The Cigna Group is a global health company committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers, and patients. The Health Service Leadership Development Program (HSLDP) is a post-graduate general business management leadership development program that advances leadership growth through rotational experiences within the health service space, inclusive of Cigna Healthcare (health benefits provider) and Evernorth Health Services (pharmacy, care, and benefits solutions).

HSLDP Associates attain breadth and depth of experience through three to four rotational roles across multiple lines of business and functional areas. Each rotation lasts between 18-24 months in length within a 5–7-year timeframe of Program tenure. 

Key rotational areas:

Cigna US Employer Strategy & Solutions

Evernorth Pharmacy & Care Delivery

Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefit Services

Express Scripts Pharmacy

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy

Service Excellence/Operations

Digital & Analytics

Clinical Research & Innovation

Every HSLDP Program Associate’s experience is unique as roles taken during the Program are informed by The Cigna Group strategy, business needs, as well as individual personal development and aspirational goals.  As a result of the variety and spectrum of opportunity offered, HSLDP Program Associates are distinctively positioned to attain leadership opportunities upon graduating from the Program.

Key tenets of the HSLDP experience include: 

Defining, planning, and shaping strategies and initiatives that set the direction for the business

Driving financial outcomes and indicators; understanding of the financial indicators and ability to communicate to leadership

Development of leadership and growth across a specific function; measurable results and impact to the business

Exposure to customers and other key stakeholders outside the organization

Direct and indirect people leadership through project management and execution

The HSLDP creates community and cultivates The Cigna’s Group next generation of leadership with these Program Associate objectives in mind:

Assume high-demand roles with increasing levels of responsibility, leading others in the achievement of The Cigna Group mission

In adopting a growth mindset, you will discover and develop your personal leadership philosophy

Enhance your ability to influence, think strategically, and lead organizational change through proactively seeking stretch assignments

Cultivate an extensive network and your personal brand within the organization

Continuously apply training and newly learned skills as you progress through the Program

Support the development of the Program and your peers within the HSLDP community

Qualifications:

Successful completion of The HSLDP Summer Associate Program is required

Master of Business Administration (preferred), Master of Public Health, or Master of Health Administration from a competitive program

3+ years of professional, full-time work experience

Healthcare experience or demonstrated interest through full-time employment, volunteer work, or applied education extracurricular

General ​business management experience and demonstrated leadership potential

Worked in positions with multi-faceted functions and/or has explored different functional areas

Has gained increased responsibilities through promotions/role transitions

Formally or informally managed people, project teams, etc.,

Has made meaningful contributions to significant assignments in role(s) to date

Demonstrated ability to influence across a matrixed organization

Applies innovative thinking and problem-solving skills

Endeavors to become a business leader in the health service industry

Consistently leverages a global mindset and strategic approach  

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.

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.