Operations Internship (Summer 2027)

Cardinal Health; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Job summary

Cardinal Health’s Summer Internship Program offers a 10–12 week hands-on Operations Internship in Valencia, CA. You’ll work with leaders to identify and implement improved processes, document solutions for efficiency, and help optimize performance across warehouse operations.

Gain mentorship, exposure to healthcare industry operations, and opportunities to interview for full-time roles upon successful completion. This paid internship runs about 40 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field, preferred.
• Expected graduation between December2027 and June2028, preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles, Lean Six Sigma or other improvement techniques, preferred.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leaders to identify, analyze, and implement new or improved processes.
• Document and present solutions to site leadership to make our processes more efficient, consistent and cost effective.
• Develop, optimize, measure, and maintain performance and productivity.
• Assist and collaborate with leaders in functional teams such as receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc.
• Assist in the management of daily warehouse operations, optimizing workflow and increasing productivity.
• Exposure to processing orders including accurately picking, performing quality control checks, sorting, consolidating freight, building, and wrapping pallets, packing, loading, and preparing orders for shipment.
• Cross‑training in multiple areas of the warehouse and participating in projects as needed.
• Analyze existing key performance indicators (KPI).
• Design and document workflows to ensure operational effectiveness.
• Identify and develop reporting capabilities and data visualization tools to analyze metrics and ensure operational effectiveness.
• Participate in a Kaizen event and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work directly on the warehouse floor each day to observe, support, and improve operational processes while gaining firsthand experience in warehouse and supply chain operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Knowledge of supply chain principles

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field

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 December2027 and June2028
• 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: Valencia, California

Start Date: May17 or24,2027

Hours: Approximately40hours a week for a minimum of10weeks

Operations Intern – Key Responsibilities

• Partner with site leaders to identify, analyze, and implement new or improved processes.
• Document and present solutions to site leadership to make our processes more efficient, consistent and cost effective.
• Develop, optimize, measure, and maintain performance and productivity.
• Assist and collaborate with leaders in functional teams such as receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc.
• Assist in the management of daily warehouse operations, optimizing workflow and increasing productivity.
• Exposure to processing orders including accurately picking, performing quality control checks, sorting, consolidating freight, building, and wrapping pallets, packing, loading, and preparing orders for shipment.
• Cross‑training in multiple areas of the warehouse and participating in projects as needed.
• Analyze existing key performance indicators (KPI).
• Design and document workflows to ensure operational effectiveness.
• Identify and develop reporting capabilities and data visualization tools to analyze metrics and ensure operational effectiveness.
• Participate in a Kaizen event and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work directly on the warehouse floor each day to observe, support, and improve operational processes while gaining firsthand experience in warehouse and supply chain operations.

Key Accountabilities

• 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 Business Administration, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field, preferred.
• Expected graduation between December2027 and June2028, preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles, Lean Six Sigma or other improvement techniques, preferred.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
• 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 & Benefits

Pay rate: $23.00 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

• 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.

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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Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance

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.

Fair Chance Initiative: Cardinal Health is a Fair Chance employer.

Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. Cardinal Health will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

Background Check: Cardinal Health is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. Cardinal Health will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.