Inventory Management Internship (Summer 2027)

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Access to wages before pay day

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Dublin, Ohio, offers a 10-12 week Summer Internship Program for undergraduates entering their senior year. The Inventory Management Intern will tackle data-driven analyses, forecasting, and supply chain support while gaining exposure to Cardinal Health’s business and culture.

The program includes mentoring, professional development, and networking with senior leaders, with a pay rate of $23.00 per hour and housing assistance for non-local students.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Analytics, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Experience with analysis and data visualization tools is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete data-driven analyses on supply chain challenges to provide solutions.
• Gain exposure to business forecasting, logistics, and general supply chain processes.
• Learn demand planning systems and create short- and long-term forecast plans.
• Develop reports and provide analytical insights to support strategic initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Data Analytics / Logistics / Supply Chain

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Python

SQL

MS Excel

R

Looker

Tableau

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 an Inventory Management Intern, you could potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:

• Complete data-driven analyses on supply chain challenges to provide solutions
• Gain exposure to business forecasting, logistics, and general supply chain processes
• Learning demand planning system, learning to create short- and long-term demand forecast plans, and shadow cross-functional meetings to drive demand consensus
• Analyze and identify trends and establish opportunities for business impact and drivers of change
• Support business objectives and projects by developing and presenting analytical insights
• Develop, analyze and prepare reports to support strategic initiatives
• Create dynamic data visualizations to support data driven decision making
• Provide support with data analytics, root cause analysis, and problem resolution of inventory concerns or issues

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 Business, Data Analytics, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field, preferred
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, preferred
• Experience with analysis and data visualization tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI, Python, Sequel (SQL), MS Excel, R, Looker, Tableau and data mining, 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 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

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.