Description

You've invested a lot of time and energy in your education. Now you want the chance to make your mark. We offer challenging opportunities for you to learn and grow professionally. In our programs, you'll be immersed in a culture of continuous improvement, with the goal of changing health care for the better.

Position Summary:
Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand- with heart at its center- our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver.

As a CVS Health Intern you will participate in:

• Projects that contribute to the success of our business
• Community service activities
• Professional development workshops
• Mentorship and networking opportunities
• Interaction with senior leaders

The Operational Excellence (OpEx) internship experience is a 10.5-week full-time opportunity that starts on May 27th, 2026, and concludes on August 7th, 2026. This is an on-site position with 5 days (Monday - Friday) in one of the following CVS Health distribution center locations: La Habra, CA or Orlando, FL.

Interns who live more than 50 miles from their assigned location may be eligible for a one-time relocation stipend.

The pay rate is $25/hr with 40 hours/week, no work on July 4th (company holiday), and two days of paid leave. Additionally, our corporate interns have an increased likelihood of receiving an offer for a future role with CVS Health.

Sponsorship:

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role. This includes participation in Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and F-1 Visa programs.

About this business area:

CVS Health's Supply Chain & Logistics organization is at the heart of delivering our promise to help people on their path to better health. Whether supporting our retail stores, pharmacy services, or distribution centers, our team ensures that products are available where and when they're needed efficiently, accurately, and reliably. Our interns play a vital role in driving innovation and operational excellence across our supply chain network.

You will gain valuable work experience and participate in:

• Hands-on experience, exposure to real-world challenges, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Practical experience in one of the nation's largest healthcare supply chains
• Ownership of impactful projects that build decision-making, communication, and technical skills
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma principles and distribution center operations
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams across corporate and field environments
• Development in data analysis, project management, and process improvement

In this role, you'll help drive continuous improvement in supply chain operations by applying Lean methodologies, using data to guide decisions, and collaborating across teams. Key responsibilities include enhancing safety, quality, and delivery performance, managing labor and warehouse systems, and leading change initiatives across the distribution network.

Required Qualifications:

• Meet educational requirements (see Education section below)
• Availability to work full-time for the duration of the internship program
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship (see above)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in data analytics tools such as Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Access, SQL, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma principles or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus
• Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, volunteer work, or academic projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively
• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or a related business/technical field
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Education:

• You should be currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree
• Have a graduation date between September 2026 and August 2027
• Major, minor or concentration relevant to the position such as related majors: Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$25.00 - $25.00

Whether in our pharmacies or through our health service offerings, we are pioneering a bold new approach to total health care. As health care innovators, we are making quality care affordable, accessible, simple and seamless. We await your fresh ideas, new perspectives, and the unique contributions you will make to our organization.

This job does not have an application deadline, as CVS Health accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.