Accounting & Audit Internship (Summer 2027)

Cardinal Health; Dublin, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Early wage access

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Dublin, Ohio is offering a 10‑12 week Accounting and Audit Internship for undergraduates entering their senior year. You'll support audit workpapers, data analysis, and internal controls while partnering with business contacts and external auditors.

The program includes formal mentoring, professional development workshops, and networking with leaders. Housing assistance is available for students not local to the internship location.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, preferred.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Excel, preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills.
• Participation in extracurricular activities, community organizations and/or professional associations.
• Must have unlimited work authorization in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Maintain a proactive, results‑oriented approach to work.
• Prioritize tasks efficiently, recognize urgency, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Work independently with moderate guidance, showing initiative and ownership.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and evolving business needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summer Internship Program Overview

Cardinal Health’s Summer Internship Program is a structured 10-12 week experience designed for undergraduate students who will be entering their senior year and are eager to make an impact. As an intern, you’ll work on meaningful, business-critical projects that contribute to real outcomes while gaining exposure to the healthcare industry.

What you’ll gain:

• Hands-on experience through impactful projects
• Exposure to Cardinal Health’s business and culture
• Development of leadership and professional skills
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders
• A chance to interview for full-time roles upon successful completion

Who we’re looking for:

• Undergraduate students graduating between December 2027 and June 2028
• Curious, driven, and eager to learn
• Interested in a career in the healthcare industry

Program Highlights

Real‑World Experience: Interns collaborate with Cardinal Health professionals, business partners, customers, and vendors on impactful projects and daily responsibilities. Each intern also serves on a planning committee to enhance leadership skills and concludes the summer by presenting their work to business leaders.

Professional Development: Interns participate in a formal mentoring program, connect with employees across the organization, and attend workshops to strengthen business acumen. The program also provides opportunities to explore full‑time career paths.

Networking Opportunities: Through the Executive Speaker Series and various networking events, interns engage with senior leaders and build relationships with professionals across the company.

Community & Camaraderie: Interns participate in social, team‑building, and community service events designed to build a strong peer network and enrich the overall internship experience.

Job Description Summary

Location: Dublin, Ohio

Start Date: May 17 or 24, 2027

Hours: Approximately 40 hours a week for a minimum of 10 weeks

*Assistance with temporary housing is provided for students not local to the internship location.

Accounting and Audit Internship Responsibilities

As an Accounting and Audit Intern, you could potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:

• Partnering with business contacts to obtain necessary audit support
• Preparation of audit workpapers in accordance with departmental standards
• Analysis and clean‑up of audit master data
• Collaborate with external auditor partners or other stakeholders on specific internal controls
• Assisting with financial and operational audit engagements, including evaluation of internal controls and identification of control deficiencies and weaknesses
• Collaborating with Internal Audit (IA) management to develop remediation plans for identified control failures
• Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with business partners throughout the audit process
• Assist with the preparation of the annual 10‑K filing, which includes gathering data from various departments and preparing documentation to support the filing
• Work with supervisors to facilitate process improvement projects
• Work with segment accounting departments (GMPD, Pharma, Other) on month‑end tasks and/or one‑off transactions
• Other duties upon request

Accountabilities in this role

• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail in all tasks
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Maintain a proactive, results‑oriented approach to work
• Prioritize tasks efficiently, recognize urgency, and consistently meet deadlines
• Work independently with moderate guidance, showing initiative and ownership
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and evolving business needs

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, preferred
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, preferred
• Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Excel, preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills
• Participation in extracurricular activities, community organizations and/or professional associations
• Must have unlimited work authorization in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Pay & Benefits

Pay rate: $23.00 per hour

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Bonus eligible: No

Eligibility

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background.

We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Company Overview

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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