Operations Automation Engineering Internship - Summer 2026 (Undergrad)

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 Operations Automation Engineering Internship experience is a 10.5-week full-time opportunity that starts on May 27th, 2026, and concludes on August 7th, 2026. This is a hybrid position with 3 days (generally Tuesday - Thursday) in the Northbrook, IL ATP (Advanced Technology Pharmacy). The other 2 days (generally Monday and Friday) will be working remotely from home or the corporate office.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 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 Caremark Operations Automation Engineering team runs highly automated systems that help get prescriptions delivered with the highest accuracy and safety, while making sure every step is smooth, accurate, and easy to scale. Our intern will play a vital role by contributing fresh perspectives, supporting operational initiatives, integration of new dispensing technology, and learning from real-time engineering challenges. You will gain valuable work experience and participate in:

• Supporting engineering projects in the development and testing of new automation technology.
• Assisting project management execution by developing project plans, activity follow ups, and status reports to team members and senior management.
• Under direction from Director of Process Engineering, make and recommend planning decisions that will affect the overall status of critical projects.
• Work with key engineering team members in developing Functional System Descriptions (FSDs) to be used in the development of new automated processes affecting quality and throughput in prescription dispensing.

This role supports automated engineering projects that improve pharmacy operations by helping design and test new systems and processes. It assists project management through planning, tracking, and reporting to keep leadership informed. Under guidance, it contributes to critical decisions and documentation that shape how prescriptions are dispensed with greater speed, accuracy, and quality. 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 with sponsorship (see above)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in project management, engineering (industrial, mechanical, or electrical)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar platforms
• 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
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Must have a current passport and the ability to travel, if needed

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: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$25.00 - $25.00Whether 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.

Client-provided location(s): Northbrook, IL

Job ID: CVS-R0710209

Employment Type: INTERN

Posted: 2025-09-06T19:49:49