Operations Internship (Summer 2027)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $23.00/hour

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Early pay option (myFlexPay)

Job summary

Cardinal Health is offering a Summer Internship Program in Columbus, OH. The program runs 10–12 weeks, typically 40 hours per week, for undergraduates entering their senior year.

Interns work on real projects, gain leadership exposure, and may interview for full-time roles after completion. You will partner with leaders to analyze and improve warehouse processes, develop reporting capabilities, and participate in Kaizen events while gaining hands-on supply chain experience in a

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, or related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles and Lean Six Sigma or similar methods preferred.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication/analytic skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leaders to identify, analyze, and implement new or improved processes.
• Document and present solutions to site leadership to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Develop, optimize, measure, and maintain performance and productivity.
• Assist and collaborate with functional teams such as receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, and delivery.
• Assist in managing daily warehouse operations and increasing productivity.
• Engage with KPI analysis, data visualization, and reporting capabilities.
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work on the warehouse floor daily to observe, support, and improve processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management

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.

• 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: Columbus, Ohio
• Start Date: May 17 or 24, 2027
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours a week for a minimum of 10 weeks

As an Operations Intern, you could potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:

• 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.

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

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field, preferred.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, 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 and 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.

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.

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.