HR Talent Acquisition Intern: Real-World Recruiting Impact

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Access to wages before pay day with my

Housing assistance

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Dublin, Ohio offers a structured Summer 2027 Internship Program for undergraduates entering their senior year. As an HR‑Talent Acquisition Intern, you’ll partner with recruiters on hiring initiatives, support operations, coordinate interviews, and help with pre‑employment tasks while gaining exposure to the healthcare industry.

The program includes mentoring, leadership development, and networking with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• 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

• Partner with Talent Acquisition advisors and recruiting team members on hiring‑related initiatives and projects
• Assist with recruiting operations and administrative activities to ensure a positive candidate experience
• Coordinate interview scheduling and support candidate communications throughout the recruiting process
• Support the pre‑employment process by reviewing documentation, tracking progress, and coordinating next steps with candidates and internal partners
• Assist with employer branding efforts, including monitoring candidate feedback channels and supporting recruitment marketing activities
• Conduct research and benchmarking on recruiting trends, candidate preferences, and market practices to support Talent Acquisition strategies
• Monitor and manage Talent Acquisition team communications, including responding to inquiries and routing requests to appropriate stakeholders
• Analyze recruiting metrics and develop insights to support process improvements and decision‑making
• Participate in special projects that support Talent Acquisition priorities and business needs
• Gain exposure to various Talent Acquisition functions through collaboration with recruiters, coordinators, and HR partners

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

Cardinal Health in Dublin, Ohio offers a structured Summer 2027 Internship Program for undergraduates entering their senior year. As an HR‑Talent Acquisition Intern, you’ll partner with recruiters on hiring initiatives, support operations, coordinate interviews, and help with pre‑employment tasks while gaining exposure to the healthcare industry.

The program includes mentoring, leadership development, and networking with senior leaders.