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 a Technology Intern, you could potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:

• Develop, test, and enhance software applications and technical solutions using modern development tools and technologies
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product teams, and technical partners to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions
• Create and maintain technical documentation, process flows, system specifications, and support materials
• Participate in Agile project delivery, including planning, backlog management, risk tracking, and status reporting
• Design and execute testing activities, document results, and support defect resolution
• Analyze data, identify trends, and develop recommendations that support business decision-making
• Research emerging technologies and innovative solutions that create value for Cardinal Health and its customers
• Utilize approved AI and automation tools to improve workflows, analyze information, and support project delivery
• Support cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with technical and business teams to deliver project objectives
• Present recommendations, project outcomes, and key learnings to leaders and stakeholders

• Assist with technology operations by troubleshooting issues, analyzing recurring trends, and recommending process improvements
• Collect, analyze, and visualize operational data through reports and dashboards that support business and technology decisions
• Support project implementations through documentation, knowledge management, service readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Other duties upon request

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 Computer Science, Computer or Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, preferred

• Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and analytical skills
• Experience gained through coursework, projects, internships, or personal learning with programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, SQL, or similar technologies, preferred
• Awareness of generative AI concepts and responsible-use practices, including prompt development, critical evaluation of outputs, source verification, and appropriate handling of confidential information, preferred

• 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: $25.00 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.

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 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.

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