Operations Early Career Development Program (Embark)

Cardinal Health’s Embark Program is an entry-level professional development and capability building program. Through a robust career readiness journey, participants gain the skills needed to navigate the organization, forge meaningful connections and take ownership of their career paths. The program offers challenging, hands-on work that fosters both personal and professional growth. Tailored for new college graduates with a passion for the healthcare industry, Embark provides a rewarding launchpad for those seeking to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Who we’re looking for:

• Undergraduate students graduating between December 2026 and June 2027
• Curious, driven, and eager to learn
• Interested in a career in the healthcare industry

Tailored Development

Embark participants receive personalized training to build their skills, knowledge, and capabilities—setting the foundation for long-term career success.

Mentorship

Each participant is paired with a dedicated mentor who will guide your growth and help you navigate your early career.

Networking & Collaboration

The program fosters a strong professional network by connecting participants with peers, business leaders, and cross-functional teams. As a cohort, participants collaborate on a capstone project that tackles real business challenges—building teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Leadership & Professional Development

Through a blend of formal and self-led learning, participants enhance their leadership potential and develop critical professional competencies that prepare them for future roles.

• 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

To be considered, candidates should meet a combination of the following criteria:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, management, operations, supply chain or a related field, preferred
• Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027, preferred
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment
• Ability and willingness to work day, evening, or overnight shifts based on operational requirements
• Knowledge of supply chain principles, Lean Six Sigma or other improvement techniques, preferred
• Previous internship 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.

Anticipated salary: $86,000

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 12/31/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

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.

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