About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for pharmacy graduates who earned their degree outside of the United States. You will work on-site in Pennington, New Jersey, under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to complete your state board requirements. This role follows a rolling application basis.
What you'll do#
- Perform pharmacy tasks such as compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management.
- Counsel patients on medicine usage, side effects, interactions, and privacy.
- Provide preventive healthcare services, including immunizations and wellness screenings.
- Collaborate with medical providers to clarify prescriptions, dosages, and allergies.
- Support pharmacy operations by managing inventory, processing insurance claims, and maintaining systems like Intercom Plus.
- Assist the pharmacy manager with staff training, performance coaching, and workflow optimization.
- Engage with the community through outreach events and model high-quality customer service standards.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university outside of the United States.
- A Foreign Pharmacist Graduate Equivalency Certificate (FPGEC).
- An intern permit or certificate issued by the Board of Pharmacy, if required by your state.
- A willingness to obtain pharmacist licensure within 45 days of completing your intern hours.
- A current Certified Immunizer status, or the willingness to become certified within 90 days of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Pennington, New Jersey.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $33.50 to $45.30 per hour.
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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