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Position: Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Internship Summer 2027
Internship dates: May 18th – June 26th, 2027
Application Deadline: no later than 11:59pm EST December 18th, 2026
The MAHEC Pharmacy department is seeking applications from pharmacy student candidates interested in pursuing a career in ambulatory care. This 6-week internship will provide the pharmacy student with the opportunity to engage in a structured learning experience and gain exposure to a broad range of practice sites and models of care.
Interns will devote time to observation of patient care with a licensed pharmacist preceptor, professional development and a longitudinal project intended to improve the quality of care provided to our patients. Specific activities include discussions regarding “hot topics” in ambulatory care, participation in primary care clinical meetings, inter-professional enrichment events and more. Please note that occasional evening activities may be required.
Objectives Include:
- Introducing the concept of team-based, patient-centered care
- Cultivating pharmacy and self-leadership skills
- Involvement in interdisciplinary education and collaboration Development of skills related to project management.
Position Qualifications:
- Candidates must have completed their second professional year of pharmacy school by the start of the program.
- GPA of 3.0 or greater as of the end of Fall Semester 2026 are strongly preferred.
- Must be able to demonstrate interest in direct patient care.
- Must have excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and phone communication skills, as well as a high level of proficiency and accuracy, organizational skills, and a strong patient-centered orientation. Spanish/English bilingual persons are strongly encouraged to apply.
For Consideration, please submit the following documents at the "UPLOAD RESUME" section of the application process:
- A letter of interest (submitted online at time of application)
- Curriculum Vitae (submitted online at time of application) One (1) letter of reference
Application Instructions:
- You may enter fields manually or upload your CV to auto-populate
- You may upload more than one document at the UPLOAD RESUME section of the application. Alternatively, you can scan your letter of interest + CV + letter of reference onto one PDF and upload all required files as a single document. Please return to your "Candidate Home" in Workday if you need to revisit your application to upload an additional documents. You may also email your letter of reference directly to: sarah.steedman@mahec.net
Position Compensation:
$15.00 per hour over the course of the 180-hour paid internship.
This internship is temporary, part-time, unbenefited position from May 18th – June 26th, 2027, at 30 hours per week.
To be considered, all candidates must have all required application documents complete and submitted in full by the application Deadline: no later than 11:59pm EST December 18th, 2026
At MAHEC , we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay + benefits) to honor their service, support their health, manage their financial security, build their career, and thrive.
MAHEC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Employees who meet federal requirements may be eligible to have remaining student loan balances forgiven after 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time at MAHEC.
If you are interested in this role, and you have related experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply or reach out to AskTalent@mahec.net for support in your job search process. You could be the talent we are seeking for this or other opportunities
All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption.
Position: Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Internship Summer 2027
Internship dates: May 18th – June 26th, 2027
Application Deadline: no later than 11:59pm EST December 18th, 2026
The MAHEC Pharmacy department is seeking applications from pharmacy student candidates interested in pursuing a career in ambulatory care. This 6-week internship will provide the pharmacy student with the opportunity to engage in a structured learning experience and gain exposure to a broad range of practice sites and models of care.
Interns will devote time to observation of patient care with a licensed pharmacist preceptor, professional development and a longitudinal project intended to improve the quality of care provided to our patients. Specific activities include discussions regarding “hot topics” in ambulatory care, participation in primary care clinical meetings, inter-professional enrichment events and more. Please note that occasional evening activities may be required.
Objectives Include:
- Introducing the concept of team-based, patient-centered care
- Cultivating pharmacy and self-leadership skills
- Involvement in interdisciplinary education and collaboration Development of skills related to project management.
Position Qualifications:
- Candidates must have completed their second professional year of pharmacy school by the start of the program.
- GPA of 3.0 or greater as of the end of Fall Semester 2026 are strongly preferred.
- Must be able to demonstrate interest in direct patient care.
- Must have excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and phone communication skills, as well as a high level of proficiency and accuracy, organizational skills, and a strong patient-centered orientation. Spanish/English bilingual persons are strongly encouraged to apply.
For Consideration, please submit the following documents at the "UPLOAD RESUME" section of the application process:
- A letter of interest (submitted online at time of application)
- Curriculum Vitae (submitted online at time of application) One (1) letter of reference
Application Instructions:
- You may enter fields manually or upload your CV to auto-populate
- You may upload more than one document at the UPLOAD RESUME section of the application. Alternatively, you can scan your letter of interest + CV + letter of reference onto one PDF and upload all required files as a single document. Please return to your "Candidate Home" in Workday if you need to revisit your application to upload an additional documents. You may also email your letter of reference directly to: sarah.steedman@mahec.net
Position Compensation:
$15.00 per hour over the course of the 180-hour paid internship.
This internship is temporary, part-time, unbenefited position from May 18th – June 26th, 2027, at 30 hours per week.
To be considered, all candidates must have all required application documents complete and submitted in full by the application Deadline: no later than 11:59pm EST December 18th, 2026
At MAHEC , we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay + benefits) to honor their service, support their health, manage their financial security, build their career, and thrive.
MAHEC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Employees who meet federal requirements may be eligible to have remaining student loan balances forgiven after 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time at MAHEC.
If you are interested in this role, and you have related experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply or reach out to AskTalent@mahec.net for support in your job search process. You could be the talent we are seeking for this or other opportunities
All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption.
Tips for Your Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist Internship Search
Apply months before the start date
Large health systems and pharmacy benefit organizations open their summer ambulatory clinical pharmacist intern cohorts the preceding fall. Smaller outpatient clinics and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so new roles appear year-round. Check listings consistently and submit applications as soon as a role matches your schedule and location.
Build clinical proof before you apply
Hiring teams for ambulatory clinical pharmacist interns expect limited work history, so documented evidence of clinical thinking matters more than your resume length. A completed medication therapy management case study, a pharmacotherapy project with clearly stated outcomes, or a patient counseling summary with the disease states and drug classes you covered gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured health system and managed care programs tied to your pharmacy school, and professors with clinical practice sites often know which employers recruit from your program before roles go public. Apply directly to smaller outpatient clinics and specialty pharmacy groups running their own cohorts alongside campus activity, since those programs rarely fill through university pipelines alone.
Practice your clinical interview out loud before you apply
Ambulatory clinical pharmacist intern screens typically involve patient case presentations or drug therapy problem-solving questions, not just knowledge recall. Practice walking through your clinical reasoning out loud, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as your final recommendation. Record yourself or practice with a classmate to catch gaps in your verbal reasoning before the real screen.
Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an ambulatory clinical pharmacist internship?
Lead with coursework and clinical projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented patient case portfolio or a completed therapeutic drug monitoring project gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications to health systems and pharmacy networks with campus career fairs, where clinical recruiters often move faster for pharmacy students they meet in person.
Can an ambulatory clinical pharmacist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For ambulatory clinical pharmacist interns, what drives it most is demonstrable impact on patient outcomes, fit with the clinical team, and whether a funded position opens at the right time. Treat the internship as a long audition, perform well on every rotation, and ask your supervisor early about the return-offer timeline without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for ambulatory clinical pharmacist internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large health systems and pharmacy benefit organizations recruit summer ambulatory clinical pharmacist interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller outpatient clinics and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role fits your availability and location.
Are ambulatory clinical pharmacist internships paid?
Most professional ambulatory clinical pharmacist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by employer size, care setting, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Academic medical centers, large pharmacy chains, and managed care organizations tend to publish structured stipend or hourly ranges, while smaller outpatient clinics may share compensation after initial contact.
What should an ambulatory clinical pharmacist internship resume include?
Lead with two or three completed clinical or academic projects, naming the drug classes or disease states you worked with, the tools you used, and where the work can be reviewed, such as a linked case study or documented medication therapy management session. Add relevant coursework in pharmacotherapy and patient counseling, any IPPE or APPE rotation experience, and keep the whole document to one page.
Can international students get ambulatory clinical pharmacist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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