The future of health starts with you.
At McKesson we encourage innovation and support employee development at all levels – starting with early talent! We believe we can learn just as much from our interns and associates as they can learn from us. Working with McKesson is a great opportunity for you to shape the future of health.
If you're a self-starter ready to join a fun, fast-paced environment, connect with us on Handshake to learn more about our early talent opportunities today.
Early Talent Opportunities
Our intern and full-time early talent opportunities feature a mix of job functions and position types including fully remote, hybrid, in-person, and field-based roles. Connect with us on Handshake to learn more!
Summer Internships
McKesson’s Summer Internship Program offers opportunities throughout the organization in various business units such as Sales, Business Development, Technology, Supply Chain and Distribution, and Corporate Strategy. As an intern, students are at the forefront of innovation tackling meaningful projects. With mentorship opportunities, professional development, and a supportive culture, McKesson empowers students to succeed during their 10-week experience.
Finance Leadership Program
Our Finance Leadership Program is specialized for MBA-level candidates, featuring a 10-week Summer Internship and a 2-year Rotational Associate position. This program is designed to develop and retain future finance leaders who will gain enterprise-wide experience. In this program, our diverse group of participants have the opportunity to engage with others within the McKesson Finance organization.
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Our North American Pharmaceutical segment unites our U.S. and Canadian wholesale drug distribution businesses to deliver best-in-class services across a broad customer base. We ensure medicines and therapies reach their destinations safely, reliably, and on time. Through our infrastructure and digitally connected network, we support retail and community pharmacies, specialty care, and health systems. We collaborate with pharmaceutical companies, care providers, and others to make quality care more accessible and affordable.
McKesson Medical-Surgical Solutions distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and lab equipment to non-acute care settings across the U.S. These include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, labs, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities, and online retailers. We offer over 285,000 national brand and McKesson-branded products through our U.S. distribution network. In May 2025, McKesson announced its intention to separate this segment into an independent company.
Our Prescription Technology Solutions (RxTS) segment addresses medication access, affordability, and adherence by connecting patients, pharmacies, providers, pharmacy benefit managers, health plans, and biopharma companies. We support biopharma and life sciences partners with innovative solutions, such as CoverMyMeds, that help people get the medicine they need. Our offerings include prescription price transparency, benefit insight, dispensing support, third-party logistics, and wholesale distribution services.
The Oncology and Multispecialty segment provides integrated solutions to support patient care. We accelerate drug development, expand access to high-quality care, and ensure life-saving therapies reach patients. We offer practice management, technology, specialty drug distribution, clinical trial, group purchasing, and pharmacy services for community-based oncology practices and multispecialty providers in retina and ophthalmology. We partner with healthcare providers to support their operations behind the scenes, allowing them to stay focused on their patients.
Hear from Previous Interns
McKesson Interns get to work on meaningful projects, gain valuable professional experience, and make long-lasting friendships throughout their internships with us. Read more about how we prepare students for a future in healthcare here!
A Summer of Growth
In this insightful testimonial, Brianna reflects on her summer internship with McKesson's QA Automation team. She highlights the invaluable industry insights and personal growth she experienced, thanks to her supportive team and interactions with leadership.
A Day in Distribution
Matthew gives us a glimpse into his internship at a McKesson distribution center, from morning emails to hands-on work in the bio box. Discover how interns like Matthew are gaining real-world experience and contributing to the future of healthcare logistics.
Frequently asked questions
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Our school footprint and conference schedule is always evolving. In addition to in-person recruiting events at a wide range of campuses and conferences, we also host a number of virtual events throughout the fall and spring semesters. Join our Talent Community to stay in the loop for upcoming events!
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Applications typically open in August for the following Summer Internship cycle. While we may continue recruitment in the Spring, the bulk of our recruiting and interviewing takes place between September-December.
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We recruit and hire current undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates, for internship and full-time opportunities across all lines of business (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology, etc.).
Some roles include: Field Sales Rep, Software Engineer, Distribution Center Intern, Project Manager, Business Analyst, and more. Apply via Handshake! https://app.joinhandshake.com/employers/mckesson-9416
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While specific requirements for each role vary, here are some of the general requirements:
- Enrolled as a full-time student at the time of the internship
- 18 years of age or older
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Pursuing an academic major aligned with the role you’re interested in
- Strong collaboration, communication, and writing skills
- Ability to manage priorities effectively
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At this time, there is no company-sponsored housing or relocation assistance included in our early talent programs.
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Our Summer Internship Program is a 10-week experience from June-August. Based on business needs and project outlook, there is potential for internship extensions that go beyond our August end date.
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No student visa or Green Card assistance is available at this time for McKesson’s early talent programs.
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Our Summer Intern engagement calendar means that you always have something to look forward to! In addition to attending company-wide and team-driven events, you will have the opportunity to attend an exciting suite of educational and social events.
From professional development events to fun networking sessions with McKesson leadership, we provide you with endless opportunities to get to know one another, learn something new, and contribute towards our mission of improving healthcare in every setting.
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Each Summer Intern will receive an awesome McKesson Swag Box, which includes items such as t-shirts, pens, backpacks, and drinkware. Represent yourself and McKesson in style!
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We hope so! Based on company needs, available positions, and your skills and performance during the internship, McKesson may offer you a full-time opportunity after you successfully complete the internship. Your manager will discuss available future opportunities with you. McKesson prides itself on converting our stand-out interns into full-time employees after completion of their internship experience.