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CVS Health — A Gen Z-Focused Career Destination

Why Gen Z?

CVS Health stands at the intersection of healthcare innovation, community impact, and corporate opportunity, making it a compelling choice for purpose-driven Gen Zers seeking roles with meaning, growth, and real-world impact.

1. Company Snapshot

CVS Health is a leading U.S. healthcare company encompassing CVS Pharmacy, MinuteClinic, CVS Caremark, Aetna, HealthHUB, and other key divisions. As one of the largest global healthcare firms, CVS combines pharmacy services with care delivery and insurance solutions.

2. Culture & Gen Z Alignment

Employee Ratings:

Overall: ~3.2 / 5
Work‑life balance: ~3.1
Pay & benefits: ~3.1
Job security & advancement: ~3.0
Culture: ~3.1

Employee Feedback:

“Manager is kind and coworkers are chill… Very cool.”
“Nice place to work… people are friendly… place is neat and clean.”

These suggest a generally welcoming and approachable workplace, qualities important to Gen Z.

3. Departments & Career Pathways

CVS Health offers a wide array of entry and career opportunities across:

Retail & Pharmacy — e.g., Pharmacy Technician, Shift Supervisor, Cashier
Clinical Services — e.g., MinuteClinic roles, Medical Assistants
Corporate Functions — e.g., Data Science, HR, DEI, Digital Innovation
Internships & Early Career Development — for instance, the InnoTech Undergraduate Internship (11-week full-time, May–August 2025), which increases post-grad full-time offer potential

4. Employee Reviews: Pros & Cons

Pros:

Friendly, supportive environments
Managers and peers described as “kind,” fostering a comfortable work vibe
Provides on-the-job learning and growth opportunities

Cons & Labor Updates:

In California, over 7,000 workers are pushing for better pay, affordable health coverage, and safety supports, spotlighting areas for improvement around benefits and workplace support

5. Salary & Compensation Insights

Typical Salaries (annual):

Pharmacy Technician: $39K–45K
Pharmacist: $123K–143K
Shift Supervisor: $35K–41K
Store Manager: $60K–79K
Customer Service Representative: $36K–43K Glassdoor

Hourly Ranges (Indeed):

Entry-Level Pharmacy Tech: ≈ $14.81/hr
Pharmacy Specialist: up to ≈ $77.14/hr
Roles span from ≈ $27K/year (Certified Pharmacy Tech) to ≈ $154K/year (Director of Pharmacy)

Entry-Level NYC Estimates (Glassdoor):

Average: $58K/year ($28/hr)
Range: $48K–73K yearly

National Average (ZipRecruiter):

Avg hourly pay: $24.15 (~$50K/year)
Range: $15–$28 for most roles

6. Why CVS Health Resonates with Gen Z

Mission-Driven Work: Healthcare, wellness, and community, values deeply aligned with Gen Z priorities.
Role Diversity: From retail service to tech, clinical, and corporate functions.
Growth Opportunities: Internships like InnoTech create pathways into full-time careers.
Flexibility & Impact: Options span part-time retail to professional roles, appealing for multitasking students or early-career talents.