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Data Scientist Intern - Summer 2025

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The Cigna Group

Oct 16

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Austin

Requirements

  • Candidates working towards a Master’s degrees or a PhD in quantitative disciplines such as Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Linguistics or related quantitative disciplines
  • Excellent ability to query large datasets using ANSI SQL/HIVE SQL and working with relational databases
  • Proficient programming skills either in SAS, R, or Python
  • Proficient in Basic Probability and Statistics
  • Preference given to students with 3.0 GPA or above with demonstrated proficiency in quantitative subjects
  • Proficient with one or more quantitative data analysis languages such as R, Python
  • Demonstrated coursework / real world application of analytical methods such as Regression, Naïve-Bayes, Decision trees, experimental designs, support vector machines, machine learning and text mining, Natural Language Processing
  • Proficiency with relational database concepts and SQL preferred
  • Proficiency in data manipulation, cleansing and interpretation
  • Experience working in distributed computing and Big Data Technologies like Hive, Spark, Scala, HDFS
  • Experience with visualization tools like Tableau, Shiny, ggplot, Matplotlib
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

  • The Data Scientist Internship is an exciting opportunity to be part of Enterprise Data Science team at Evernorth Health Services.
  • The internship will involve using data science techniques that include predictive modeling, machine learning, text mining, segmentation and clustering to help in developing solutions to increase revenue and improve Member Experience.
  • Utilize machine learning for developing next generation of predictive models for targeted business solutions.
  • Support the team in application of Text Mining to mine Voice of Customer data.
  • Develop supervised / unsupervised algorithms, Big Data pipelines for making business processes efficient.
  • At Evernorth Health Services, interns will get a chance to work with a variety of large datasets including pharmacy and medical claims transactions, member information, voice call transcripts, survey data, web log data, etc.
  • Previous project examples: Develop Next Generation Supervised Machine Learning Clinical models to predict Medical Non-Adherence.
  • Training of call classification unsupervised topic models using big data platforms such as Spark and Hadoop.
  • Leverage state of the art NLP Algorithms for detection of personal health information (PHI) entities within free text comments to automatically de-identify natural language.
  • Modularize the entity-based feature engineering code base on Hadoop to leverage big data technologies such as Pyspark and Spark SQL.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for 12 consecutive weeks, beginning May 19, 2025.

Is this internship in an office or remote?

This internship is in-office, and applicants should be prepared to work at one of the specified locations.

What are the locations for the internship?

The internship locations are St. Louis, MO; Morris Plains, NJ; and Austin, TX.

What is the hourly compensation for this internship?

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is between $40.00 and $43.00, depending on relevant factors such as major and year of study.

What type of degree is preferred for candidates applying for this internship?

Candidates working towards a Master’s degree or a PhD in quantitative disciplines such as Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related fields are preferred.

What programming languages should applicants be proficient in?

Applicants should have proficient programming skills in either SAS, R, or Python.

Is prior experience with Big Data technologies required?

Yes, familiarity with distributed computing and Big Data technologies like Hive, Spark, and Scala is required.

Will this internship involve direct projects impacting the business?

Yes, the internship is designed to assign projects that have a lasting impact on the business and contribute to healthcare challenges.

Are there opportunities for professional development during the internship?

Yes, the internship program includes activities such as an executive speaker series, volunteer events, and career development workshops.

Is sponsorship for work authorization provided for this internship?

No, this internship is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and would not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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The Cigna Group

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Cigna Group is a global health company committed to creating a better future built on the vitality of every individual and every community. We relentlessly challenge ourselves to partner and innovate solutions for better health. The Cigna Group includes products and services marketed under Cigna Healthcare, Evernorth Health Services or its subsidiaries. The Cigna Group maintains sales capabilities in more than 30 countries and jurisdictions, and has more than 190 million customer relationships around the world.

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