About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Pharmacy Graduate Intern position based in San Jose, California. You will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to fulfill State Board of Pharmacy requirements while gaining experience in a retail pharmacy setting. This role operates on a rolling basis.
What you'll do#
- Perform pharmacist tasks including compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers, including medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare.
- Support pharmacy workflow efficiency and assist the pharmacy manager with inventory management and financial optimization.
- Handle pharmacy opening, closing, and shift change duties.
- Engage with patients to resolve issues and provide clinical services such as immunizations, flu shots, and diabetes awareness.
- Ensure pharmacy operations follow all regulations, company policies, and standards.
- Assist with staff hiring, training, and communication of corporate health and wellness strategies.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacy information technology and systems.
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 Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- Willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure in the district within 45 days of completing intern hours.
- Certified Immunizer status or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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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