2027 Intern Pharmacist Program - Sunshine Coast

Chemist Warehouse; Morayfield; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts across Chemist Wareh…

Free annual flu vaccinations

Access to EAP and support services

Job summary

Chemist Warehouse is Australia’s leading retail pharmacy group, offering a 12‑month Intern Training Program designed to provide hands‑on experience with structured learning. The program starts January 2027 and opens pathways to pharmacist roles across the network.

Interns gain clinical and retail exposure, with dedicated onsite preceptors, exam resources, and ongoing support to build a successful pharmacy career.

Qualifications

• Self-starter and ability to work well autonomously.
• Demonstrated experience in customer service.
• Collaborative in working within a team.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the business.
• Enthusiastic about Community Pharmacy.

Skills

Self-starter

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Community Pharmacy enthusiasm

Job description

Chemist Warehouse is Australia’s leading retail pharmacy group, known for our commitment to providing accessible healthcare and exceptional customer service. We are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of pharmacists through our comprehensive Intern Training Program, operating nationally across Australia.

Join our dynamic team as a Pharmacy Intern and embark on a rewarding journey that combines hands‑on experience with structured learning. Our 12‑month program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the pharmacy profession.

Program Structure

Our 12‑month program includes full day of monthly training sessions, covering a wide range of topics such as clinical pharmacy, retail management, pharmacology, and Over‑The‑Counter product knowledge. These topics are broken down into 11 manageable interactive sessions during of the year’s program.

Practical Experience:

Interns gain hands‑on experience in various clinical services and retail pharmacy operations. This practical training is designed to complement the accredited Intern Training Program, and will include assisting with scripts, dispensing medication, providing customer service and advice on medications, inventory control as well as other administrative duties in the pharmacy.

Support and Resources:

Interns have access to exclusive exam resources, practice oral exams with immediate feedback, and ongoing support from program facilitators and coordinators. Each intern is also assigned a dedicated onsite preceptor.

Career Pathways:

Upon completion there are extensive employment opportunities within Chemist Warehouse. Career pathways include roles such as Pharmacist, Pharmacist in Charge, Pharmacist Manager, Area Manager, and even Pharmacy Owner opportunities.

Employment Opportunities:

Chemist Warehouse is the largest employer of Pharmacy Students and Intern Pharmacists in Australia, offering opportunities for career progression nationally.

What are we looking for?

Passionate employees are the key to our success. The successfully shortlisted applicants will possess the following attributes and experience:

• Self-starter and ability to work well autonomously
• Demonstrated experience in customer service
• Collaborative in working within a team
• Willingness to learn and grow with the business
• Enthusiastic about Community Pharmacy

What’s on offer?

In addition to being provided with ongoing training and professional development throughout the duration of the program, you’ll also be eligible for:

• Staff discounts across all Chemist Warehouse Retail brands
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Access to EAP and support services

While our Intern Training Program begins in January 2027, candidates eligible to undertake their pre-registrant year can commence earlier than this anticipated date.