Job Details

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Program Overview

McKesson’s Intern program is 12 weeks long, and is designed to provide:

• A real-life working environment
• A solid foundation of experience and hopeful offer of full-time employment
• A cohort experience with other interns
• Consistent senior leadership exposure and learning experiences.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Willingness to learn, develop, and contribute in a fun, demanding, fast-paced environment
• Self-starter that brings both interpersonal skills ability to identify a problem then solve it
• Passion and enthusiasm for healthcare and our customers’ success

Work Term: Summer 2025; starting May 2025

Duration: 4 months

Location: Mississauga, ON, CAN - 2300 Meadowvale Blvd

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Business Operations Intern reporting to VP for Patient Services to support strategic and operational initiatives within our Patient Support Services business. This role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, impact-driven environment, providing exposure to program management, process optimization, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Operational Strategy & Execution – Support the design, execution, and optimization of patient support programs, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and compliance.
• Data-Driven Insights – Analyze program performance, identify trends, and develop insights to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Process Optimization – Identify operational bottlenecks, propose data-backed solutions, and assist in implementing best practices to enhance service delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Collaborate with internal teams (operations, finance, business development, and IT) and external stakeholders (pharma clients, healthcare providers) to streamline workflows.
• Technology & Innovation – Support the integration of digital tools, automation, and AI-driven solutions to enhance patient and provider experience.
• Special Projects – Contribute to high-priority initiatives, including new program launches, business process reengineering, and strategic partnerships.

Qualifications:

We’re looking for ambitious, analytical, and adaptable individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to make an impact in healthcare operations.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required for this position.

• Currently pursuing an MBA or Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Healthcare Management, Business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is an asset.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• A self-starter mindset with strong project management capabilities and attention to detail.
• Passion for healthcare, patient-centric solutions, and operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside industry leaders in an organization driving transformation in patient care.
• Opportunity to influence high-impact projects and contribute to innovation in healthcare delivery.
• A collaborative, learning-focused environment where you will develop key problem-solving and leadership skills.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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