About the role#
As a Pharmacy Graduate Intern, you will engage in post-graduate pharmacy activities under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role helps you fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements while you provide pharmacy consulting services to customers. You will contribute to the efficient operation of the pharmacy and assist the pharmacy manager in optimizing inventory, financials, and the overall customer experience.
What you'll do#
- Counsel patients on medication usage, side effects, interactions, and contraindications.
- Review, interpret, and dispense prescribed medications.
- Provide preventive healthcare services, including immunizations.
- Support pharmacy workflow by coordinating activities and assigning roles.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy systems such as Intercom Plus, registers, automation, and StoreNET.
- Process insurance claims accurately and follow up with medical providers to clarify prescriptions.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff hiring, training, and performance coaching.
- Participate in community outreach events to promote pharmacy services.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside the United States.
- Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- An intern permit or certificate issued by the respective Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure from the Board of Pharmacy within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Current Certified Immunizer status, or a willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
- This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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