Cardinal Health
Operations Early Career Development Program (Embark)
Cardinal Health, Peabody, Massachusetts, us, 01960
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 2025 and June 2026
Curious, driven, and eager to learn
Interested in a career in the healthcare industry
Program Highlights 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.
Job Description Summary Location:
Peabody, Massachusetts
Start Date:
June 29, 2026
Warehouse Operations is responsible for performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage, and shipment of product. This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc. Also responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products (via prescribed service parameters) to a variety of internal and external customers.
Participants will work full‑time as an Operations Supervisor during the 12‑month program and gain hands‑on experience within a distribution center. The program provides exposure to a high‑performing distribution environment that operates one of the most efficient and cost‑effective networks in the industry. Teams may include, but are not limited to:
Inbound Department
Outbound Department
Inventory Management
Within their role, participants will potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:
Supervises the daily work assignments and performance of frontline group leads and associates.
Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels.
Proactively identifies opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks within supervised team and broader warehouse operations.
Monitors productivity and quality metrics including cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, and missed scans, among others.
Ensures that all warehouse systems are ready, scheduled, and prioritizes the work that each group lead and team of associates will complete.
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, 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 2025 and June 2026, preferred
Comfortable working in a warehouse environment
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
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:
12/31/2025 *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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Who we?re looking for:
Undergraduate students graduating between December 2025 and June 2026
Curious, driven, and eager to learn
Interested in a career in the healthcare industry
Program Highlights 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.
Job Description Summary Location:
Peabody, Massachusetts
Start Date:
June 29, 2026
Warehouse Operations is responsible for performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage, and shipment of product. This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc. Also responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products (via prescribed service parameters) to a variety of internal and external customers.
Participants will work full‑time as an Operations Supervisor during the 12‑month program and gain hands‑on experience within a distribution center. The program provides exposure to a high‑performing distribution environment that operates one of the most efficient and cost‑effective networks in the industry. Teams may include, but are not limited to:
Inbound Department
Outbound Department
Inventory Management
Within their role, participants will potentially support the organization in several of the following ways:
Supervises the daily work assignments and performance of frontline group leads and associates.
Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels.
Proactively identifies opportunities to improve operations and mitigate risks within supervised team and broader warehouse operations.
Monitors productivity and quality metrics including cycle times, lines per hour, shortages, damaged units, missed dispatches, and missed scans, among others.
Ensures that all warehouse systems are ready, scheduled, and prioritizes the work that each group lead and team of associates will complete.
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, 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 2025 and June 2026, preferred
Comfortable working in a warehouse environment
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
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:
12/31/2025 *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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