About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will learn to provide patient care by assisting the pharmacist and the pharmacy team. You will follow state, federal, and company regulations while gaining experience in pharmacy operations. This role involves direct customer interaction and hands-on work with pharmacy systems.
What you'll do#
- Process prescriptions by entering, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing medications.
- Use pharmacy systems to retrieve patient and drug information.
- Engage with customers and patients to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Deliver patient care services, such as counseling and health services, within the scope of your internship.
- Report prescription errors immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Handle inventory management tasks, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceutical shipments.
- Register sales on the cash register and handle telephone calls.
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy department.
- Follow the Pharmacy Code of Conduct and Good Faith Dispensing policy.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Ewing, New Jersey.
- This is an on-site, paid, full-time position with rolling start dates.
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.
How to get in at Walgreens
Applying early to Walgreens roles gives you a clear advantage before the applicant pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you submit your application among the first candidates. Getting your materials in early ensures they are seen before the pile grows. You can also use Intern Insider to surface the recruiters behind these roles. Reaching out directly to ask about a position or a referral often improves your response rates compared to submitting into a general queue. Connecting with the right person at Walgreens shows initiative and helps you stand out.
