About the role
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
The Organizational Effectiveness Internship experience is an 11-week full-time opportunity that starts on May 24th, 2027, and concludes on August 4th, 2027.
This is a hybrid position with 3 days (generally Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) in the Hartford, CT office location. The other 2 days each week will be working remotely from home, office, or another location of your choice. CVS Health's hybrid work model provides office-based colleagues the ability to flex between working in the office and working from home based on the work you need to accomplish. Relocation assistance may be provided for candidates that qualify.
As a CVS Health Corporate 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 hourly rate is $26/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 to receive 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
The Executive Management Office (EMO) serves as a strategic partner to ACS leadership by supporting the execution of organizational priorities through business operations, change management, communications, workforce planning, and culture initiatives. The team works across functions to drive alignment, improve organizational effectiveness, and help leaders successfully implement strategic initiatives.
By partnering with business leaders and stakeholders throughout the organization, the EMO helps manage executive priorities, strengthen communication, support employee engagement, and ensure teams are prepared to navigate change. The team's work plays an important role in improving collaboration, accountability, and business performance across the organization.
You Will Gain Valuable Work Experience and Participate In:
- Supporting change management initiatives through stakeholder engagement, readiness assessments, and adoption planning
- Developing communication materials including leadership updates, presentations, FAQs, and employee communications
- Assisting with the planning and execution of employee engagement, culture, and recognition initiatives
- Building project management skills through meeting coordination, action tracking, documentation, and status reporting
- Analyzing survey results, stakeholder feedback, and organizational metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Supporting training and adoption activities through the development of training materials, job aids, and feedback collection processes
- Creating reports, dashboards, and presentation materials that communicate project progress and business outcomes
- Collaborating with leaders and cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and organizational change efforts
Required Qualifications
- Meet educational requirements (see Education section)
Preferred Qualifications
- Have demonstrated leadership experience. Examples include: active roles in student or social organization activities, sports, or school or work-related projects
- Have internship, work, or project experience in a related field
- Have an interest in obtaining a full-time position within CVS Health upon graduation
- Experience with project coordination, organization, and time management activities
- Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Adaptability, learning agility, and a willingness to embrace change
- Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and attention to detail, with the ability to collaborate effectively in team environments and across business functions.
- Interest in organizational effectiveness, process improvement, change management, or project management
Education
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree
- Have an anticipated graduation date between September 2027 and June 2028
- Have a major relevant to the position such as Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, Human Resources, Communications, Psychology, Management, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Public Administration, Project Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
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.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Aplyr's read
CVS Health is a healthcare giant blending retail pharmacy with insurance services, ideal for those interested in diverse healthcare roles and innovation.
What's promising
- •CVS Health's integration of pharmacy and insurance offers diverse career paths.
- •Strong focus on healthcare innovation with initiatives like HealthHUB locations.
- •Extensive national presence provides job stability and opportunities for relocation.
What to watch
- •Recent layoffs in certain divisions raise concerns about job security.
- •High-pressure retail environment may lead to employee burnout.
- •Complex organizational structure can slow decision-making processes.
Why CVS Health
- •CVS Health's acquisition of Aetna uniquely positions it in both retail and insurance sectors.
- •HealthHUB stores offer a distinctive model combining retail and healthcare services.
- •CVS Caremark provides a robust platform for pharmacy benefits management.
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About CVS Health
CVS Health is a healthcare company that provides a range of services including pharmacy benefits management, retail pharmacy, and health insurance services.
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