Health and Safety Intern

myhrabc; Roanoke (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is offering a Summer 2027 Health and Safety Intern position in Roanoke, TX or Sugar Land, TX or Whitestown, IN. You will support the Corporate Health and Safety Manager, contribute to key safety initiatives, and gain hands-on experience implementing safety practices across distribution centers.

The role emphasizes data collection, analysis, reporting, audits, and development of safety training materials.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in Health and Safety related field.
• Preferred rising sophomore to senior status.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Less than 2 years of relevant experience in clinical operations support or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing projects, reporting, analysis, or process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business partners.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and internship program activities.
• Present project outcomes, recommendations, or key learnings at the conclusion of the internship.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Health and Safety

Rising sophomore/junior/senior status

Enrollment in degree program

US work eligibility without sponsorship

Less than 2 years in related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. As a Summer 2027 Intern, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a professional business environment while gaining meaningful, hands‑on experience within our Health & Safety team.

Throughout the internship, you will work on real business initiatives, collaborate with team members and leaders, develop professional skills, and contribute to projects that support Cencora's purpose of creating healthier futures.

• Start Date: June 7, 2027
• End Date: August 13, 2027
• Location: Roanoke, TX or Sugar Land, TX or Whitestown, IN

This internship is designed for students who are curious, motivated, and eager to learn while making a meaningful impact in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

We are looking for a dedicated Summer Health and Safety Intern to support our Corporate Health and Safety Manager in advancing key safety initiatives. This role will focus on a specific health and safety project while providing critical support to our distribution centers. The intern will gain hands‑on experience in implementing safety practices, ensuring compliance, and promoting a culture of well‑being across our operations.

At Cencora, we believe that Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is more than compliance, it's about protecting our people, our operations, and our mission of improving lives. A strong EHS culture reduces risks, enhances productivity, and creates a safer, more sustainable workplace. This internship will offer a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful safety improvements while building foundational skills for a career in EHS.

The intern will assist in project execution, including data collection, analysis, and reporting, while also collaborating with distribution centers to evaluate and enhance safety practices. Additional responsibilities may include participating in audits and inspections, developing training materials, and supporting initiatives that engage employees in proactive safety behaviors. This role is ideal for someone passionate about health and safety and eager to make a tangible difference.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing projects, reporting, analysis, or process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and business partners.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and internship program activities.
• Present project outcomes, recommendations, or key learnings at the conclusion of the internship.

Education & Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Health and Safety Management, Industrial Safety or Occupational Health and Safety.
• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior at the time of the internship preferred.
• Must not require sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future.
• Less than 2 years of experience in clinical operations support, healthcare administration, patient services, or a related field required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Highly motivated self‑starter with a strong desire to learn.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and relationship‑building skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, volunteer, or work experiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to receive feedback and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and m