Pharmacy Grad Intern Covering the Connecticut Market Area

Northeast Grocery; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

PriceChopper is seeking a Pharmacy Grad Intern to support Connecticut market locations. You will work under a licensed pharmacist to learn prescription preparation, inventory control, and patient counseling, including immunization processes.

The role emphasizes accurate dispensing, customer interactions, and adherence to state laws. Prior pharmacy exposure is valued, with supervision ensuring compliance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete first professional year of pharmacy study.
• Preferable to have been a pharmacy teammate for minimum of 6 months.
• State licensed pharmacy intern permit where applicable.
• 1 year previous experience in a community pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• All duties performed under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Assist pharmacist with prescription preparation and inventory management.
• Counsel patients and handle prescription intake by phone from prescribers.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain confidentiality.
• Immunization counseling and documentation under state law guidance.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Pharmacy regulations knowledge

Immunization counseling

Education

First professional year of pharmacy study

State intern permit (where applicable)

Community pharmacy experience

Job description

Pharmacy Grad Intern Covering the Connecticut Market Area

Date: Jul 8, 2026

Location: Bristol, CT 06010; Torrington, CT 06790; Southington, CT 06489; Middletown, CT 06457; Glens Falls, NY 12801; Newington, CT 06111; Windsor, CT 06095; Mansfield, CT 06268; Putnam, CT 06260; Oxford, CT 06478

Company: PriceChopper

SUMMARY

All work performed will be under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to gain practical experience in how to meet the needs of patients and pharmacy business. Assists the pharmacist in all professional tasks related to preparation of prescriptions with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. Assists the pharmacist with inventory management. Counsels patients and takes prescriptions over the phone from prescribers. Provides excellent customer service including prescription intake, communicating on the telephone, assisting our customers and counseling patients in a confidential manner. Participates in all corporate programs and initiatives as requested. Provides fast, friendly, helpful and efficient service to all Price Chopper and Market 32 customers. Understands the most up to date ACIP immunization schedule and makes appropriate immunization recommendations in accordance with state law. Assists with required immunization counseling, paperwork, and documentation. Completes assigned Medication Therapy Management interventions including patient outreach, documentation, counseling, and billing. Licensed Pharmacy Interns that have completed the APhA immunization certificate training and satisfied all State and Price Chopper requirements to immunize may administer immunizations to adults under the direct supervision and consent of a licensed pharmacist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities are detailed in the SUMMARY section above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Friendly, helpful and outstanding attitude and superior customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective communications; verbal and written
• Professional communication skill with the Pharmacy Team and patients
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations pertaining to pharmacy
• Knowledge of common insurance plans and billing procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must successfully complete first professional year of pharmacy study
• Preferable to have been a pharmacy teammate for minimum of 6 months.
• State licensed pharmacy intern permit where applicable
• 1 year previous experience in a community pharmacy preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

None specified.

EQUIPMENT USED

No equipment requirements specified.

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.