About the role#
We are looking for a pharmacy student to join our VMC Pharmacy team for a 10-week summer internship. This is a full-time, paid position based in Kansas City, Kansas. You will gain direct experience across various aspects of pharmacy operations while working with our team.
What you'll do#
- Ensure compliance with federal and state pharmacy regulations.
- Analyze financial components of profit and loss statements.
- Study pharmacy disruptors, including DIR fees, PBM networks, and market competition.
- Manage the marketing and social media presence for the VMC Pharmacy Program and Buying Group.
- Present your insights and findings to our Executive Leadership Team at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a pharmacy major, with preference given to junior or senior students.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- High attention to detail, a willingness to ask questions, and the ability to follow up on tasks.
- Initiative, enthusiasm to learn, and the ability to follow direction.
- A genuine interest in pharmacy, pharmacy operations, and pharmacy law.
Location & details#
- Location: Kansas City, Kansas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: May 25, 2027, through July 30, 2027.
- Commitment: Full-time, 40 hours per week, with the possibility of overtime as needed.
- Compensation: $21 per hour.
- Dress code: Business casual.
About Associated Wholesale Grocers
Associated Wholesale Grocers is a cooperative food wholesaler that supplies independently owned supermarkets. Founded in 1924, the company operates across 33 states. It supports 1,100 member companies and 3,500 locations through nine wholesale division centers. Beyond distribution, the company provides real estate services, supermarket development, and pharmaceutical products. It is based in Kansas City, Kansas, and employs over 2,500 people.
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