Category Management Internship (Summer 2027)

Location: OH-Dublin-Cardinal Place

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

Analyze product, inventory, and customer purchasing data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities within assigned product categories

Monitor SKU performance and inventory movement, including identifying discontinued products and potential inventory risks

Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards to track key category management metrics and support business decision-making

Track customer purchasing activity following new product placements and distribution opportunities

Investigate instances where expected demand has not materialized and partner with cross-functional teams to understand root causes

Present findings and recommendations to category management, sales, and business stakeholders, demonstrating strong communication and executive presence

Collaborate with sales teams to drive alignment and gain buy-in on category strategies and recommendations.

Apply a curious and analytical mindset to uncover business challenges, ask thoughtful questions, and identify opportunities for improvement

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 Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, or related field, preferred

Expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2028, preferred

Microsoft Excel experience, 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: $22.00 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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