Pharmacy Intern Year

Walgreens

Mar 21, 2025

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Customer Relations
Healthcare
Jeffersonville

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program.
Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico).
Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens.
Prefer good math skills so you can fill prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring and weighing.
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Responsibilities

Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
Develops strong relationships with customers.
Learn from store and pharmacy team members, field leadership, team members and customers/patients
Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct.
Performs duties as assigned and supervised by the pharmacist in accordance with Walgreens standard operating procedures for entering, third party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
Assists pharmacists and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care and services that are within the state scope of practice for pharmacy interns including patient counseling and other health services (i.e. blood pressure, medication therapy management).
Immediately reports prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program.
Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing
Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products.
Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs.
Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance.
Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
Complete required training
Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens?

The primary role of a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens is to assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team members in providing the best patient experience, while learning about pharmacy operations and complying with state and federal regulations.

What are some responsibilities of a Pharmacy Intern?

A Pharmacy Intern is responsible for engaging with customers, assisting in the practice of pharmacy under a pharmacist's supervision, processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in the Pharmacy Department.

Are there any training requirements for this position?

Yes, Pharmacy Interns are required to complete necessary training to maintain knowledge and skills in healthcare and pharmacy, including keeping up with the latest news and developments.

What does the salary range look like for this position?

The current salary range for a Pharmacy Intern at Walgreens is $16.50 per hour to $25.00 per hour, depending on various factors such as geography, skills, education, and experience.

What are the basic qualifications to apply for the Pharmacy Intern position?

Applicants must be enrolled in a school of Pharmacy program, be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English (except in Puerto Rico), and be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Is prior experience in a retail environment preferred for this role?

Yes, six months of experience in a retail environment is preferred for candidates applying for the Pharmacy Intern position.

Can applicants with arrest and conviction records apply for this job?

Yes, Walgreens will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Will a Pharmacy Intern be able to interact directly with customers?

Yes, Pharmacy Interns are expected to engage with customers, assist them with products and services, and resolve any issues to ensure a positive customer experience.

What is the work schedule like for Pharmacy Interns?

Pharmacy Interns should be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings and weekend hours.

How does the Pharmacy Intern assist in patient care?

Under the supervision of pharmacists, Pharmacy Interns assist in delivering patient care services, which may include patient counseling and health services like medication therapy management and blood pressure monitoring.

Walgreens

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Walgreens is a leading pharmacy and retail company in the United States, providing a wide range of health and wellness products, prescription medications, and services. Their ultimate aim is to champion the health and well-being of communities by offering convenient and accessible healthcare solutions. Walgreens focuses on improving health outcomes and ensuring that customers have access to essential health services and products.