Friday, February 17, 2012

Cigna - Hartford, CT Summer Internship - Investment management

University Recruiting CIM Investment Management Internship Program
Cigna - Hartford, CT
See original job posting at CIGNA »
Org Marketing Statement

People want to be treated like individuals. At Cigna, we get that. That's why we embrace and encourage peoples' uniqueness, helping to give them the strength and confidence to show the world who they really are. The coverage, expertise and services we provide are at the very core of how we help people achieve their full potential - and ultimately, improve their health, well-being and sense of security.

But before we can accomplish any of that, we have to have the right people in place. People like you.

Skills, experience, talent and creativity like yours enables us to develop the meaningful, innovative solutions our customers value and expect. That's why we're committed to recruiting, motivating and nurturing the best and the brightest, whether you have industry experience or not. We're growing a workforce as unique and diverse as the millions of customers we proudly serve around the world - one individual at a time.

Role Summary

Cigna Investment Management (CIM) manages assets exclusively for Cigna's employee benefits and shareholder portfolios by leveraging expertise in public securities, private placements, commercial mortgages, equity real estate, capital markets products and alternative asset-class investing to deliver superior investment returns. The Investment Management group develops well-rounded investment professionals by offering assignments that expose individuals to a variety of disciplines and opportunities throughout our business segments.

Internship Description -

Assignments will be available in a wide range of areas and will consist of a number of challenging projects - the results of which are critical to moving our business forward.

Growth Opportunities -

In every case, the internship will offer you:
¿ The availability of on-the-job training and exposure to the investment management business, clients, products and strategy.

¿ The opportunity for visibility with senior management.

¿ One-on-one learning with investment professionals, who will share their knowledge, experience, and assume roles as Individual coaches and mentors

Potential Areas of Summer Internship Focus Include:
¿ Alternative Investments

¿ Fixed Income

¿ Portfolio Management

¿ Public Securities and Trading

¿ Real Estate

Preferred Qualifications

¿ Excellent academic credentials (3.0 GPA minimum), with a concentration in Finance, Economics or other quantitative discipline.

¿ Demonstrated leadership capabilities.

¿ Outstanding problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills.

¿ Superior written and oral communication skills.

¿ A strong desire to pursue a challenging career in investments or finance.

¿ A writing sample and transcript will be required at interview.

A writing sample and a copy of your unoffical transcript will be requested at the first round on-campus interview.

How To Apply

We encourage you to complete all questions on the candidate profile if you wish to be considered for this opportunity.

EEO Statement

CIGNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer