Operations Internship (Summer 2027)

Cardinal Health; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

myFlexPay access to wages before pay

Job summary

Cardinal Health in Madison, Mississippi, offers a Summer Internship Program designed for undergraduates entering their senior year. You will work on impactful, real-world projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and present your work to business leaders.

Start dates are in May 2027 with a 10‑12 week duration, about 40 hours per week. Interns gain formal mentoring, network with professionals, and explore full-time career paths.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles or related methodologies.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills.
• Participation in extracurricular activities, community organizations or professional associations.
• Unlimited work authorization in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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 warehouse leaders across receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and related areas.
• Help manage daily warehouse operations to increase productivity.
• Assist in processing orders including picking, QC checks, and packaging for shipment.
• Cross-train in multiple warehouse areas and participate in projects as needed.
• Analyze KPIs and design workflows to improve operational effectiveness.
• Develop reporting capabilities and data visualization for metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Warehouse environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree related field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

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

Operations Intern 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

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 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 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

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-driven 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.