Finance Internship (Summer 2027)

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

MyFlexPay access

Housing assistance

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. in Dublin, Ohio, offers a structured 10–12 week Summer Internship Program for undergraduate students entering their senior year.

As a Finance Intern, you’ll work on meaningful projects, participate in a mentoring program, and present your work to leaders at the end of the summer. Location: Dublin, Ohio; Start Date: May 17 or 24, 2027; Hours: about 40 hours/week; housing assistance provided for non-local students.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Recommended GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• Intermediate/advanced proficiency of Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills.
• Participation in extracurricular activities and/or professional associations.
• Must have unlimited work authorization in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze key account profitability and develop recommendations to improve profitability.
• Develop, analyze, and prepare reporting capabilities to support strategic initiatives in your area of the business.
• Profitability analysis on specific business or solution.
• Providing financial reporting to support the business.
• Develop a strategic pricing framework to align business strategy to pricing strategy for the region by country.
• Participation in daily FP&A activities, supporting monthly close, reporting and analysis of financials.
• Lead budget reviews for analysis of business operations and report trends to business leaders.
• Enhance existing templates to improve pricing, deal modeling, and profit improvement related work.
• Other duties upon request.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

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.

As a Finance Intern, you could potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:

• Review and analyze key account profitability and develop recommendations to improve profitability
• Develop, analyze, and prepare reporting capabilities to support strategic initiatives in your area of the business
• Profitability analysis on specific business or solution
• Providing financial reporting to support the business
• Develop a strategic pricing framework to align business strategy to pricing strategy for the region by country
• Participation in daily FP&A activities, supporting monthly close cycle, reporting & analysis of financials
• Lead budget reviews for analysis of business operations and report trends to business leaders
• Enhancing existing templates to improve the efficiency of pricing, deal modeling, and profit improvement related
• work
• 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

To be considered for the Cardinal Health Summer 2027 Internship Program, candidates should meet a combination of the following criteria:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, preferred
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, preferred
• Recommended GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale. Preferred
• Intermediate/advanced 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

Please note, applicants may redact any age‑related information.

Pay rate: $23.00 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage, Paid time off plan, Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

Application window anticipated to close: 02/28/2027

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

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.