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Pharmacy Graduate Intern (Non-US Education)

Walgreens · Lake Zurich, Lake County

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Interview prep

Expect questions on safe dispensing, handling high-alert meds, patient privacy, and how your non-U.S. training maps to Illinois practice. Prepare examples of teamwork under a preceptor, insurance troubleshooting, and calm conflict with customers. Confirm eligibility, hour logs, and any foreign-graduate steps for the state board.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you want retail pharmacy immersion at Walgreens, can work on-site in Lake Zurich, and are actively closing the gap from non-U.S. pharmacy education to U.S. intern/pharmacist requirements. Thin public sentiment and salary data for this listing—verify pay and licensure details with the employer and Illinois Board of Pharmacy.

Day in the role

As a Pharmacy Graduate Intern (Non-US Education) at Walgreens in Lake Zurich, a typical day centers on supervised dispensing support: verifying prescriptions under a licensed pharmacist, counseling patients when allowed, managing inventory and third-party claims, and learning U.S. practice norms (counseling, controlled substances, insurance). Non-U.S. education paths usually emphasize bridging documentation, licensure prep, and store workflows.

Skills to emphasize

Build U.S. pharmacy operations fluency (verification, DUR basics, counseling), communication, and licensure readiness. Free study options listed for this resource set:

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is for Lake Zurich / Lake County, Illinois, with remote set to on-site only.

What is Walgreens Boots Alliance?

WBA is the holding company formed after Walgreens fully acquired Alliance Boots; see the company Wikipedia page.

What free learning resources are listed?

Saylor Academy Health Sciences courses (free) and Coursera audit-track healthcare courses (free to learn), per the provided CERTS data.

Company facts (cached)

Website: walgreensbootsalliance.com

Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) was an American multinational holding company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois. The company was formed on December 31, 2014, after Walgreens bought the 55% stake in Alliance Boots that it did not already own. The total price of the acquisition was $4.9 billion in cash and 144.3 million common shares with fair value of $10.7 billion. Walgreens had previously purchased 45% of the company for $4.0 billion and 83.4 million common shares in August 2012 with an option to purchase the remaining shares within three years. Walgreens became a …

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Pharmacy Graduate Intern (Non-US Education) at WalgreensLake Zurich, Lake County What This Role Involves The role of a Pharmacy Graduate Intern at Walgreens involves engaging in post-graduate pharmacy activities under the direct supervision of licensed pharmacists. You will be responsible for fulfilling State Board of Pharmacy requirements and providing pharmacy consulting services to customers regarding the effective usage of medications, awareness of drug interactions, and offering preventive healthcare services such as immunizations. Your Responsibilities Engage in post-graduate pharmacy activities under direct supervision Provide pharmacy consulting services to customers on medication usage, drug interactions, and preventive healthcare services Ensure proper compounding and handling of medications Who We're Looking For We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for pharmacy who has completed their education from non-US institutions. You should possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Working at Walgreens At Walgreens, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission of improving people's health and well-being. Our full-time position offers a supportive work environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on your community. How to Apply To apply for this role at Walgreens in Lake Zurich, Lake County, complete your application directly on this page. If you are redirected, finish submitting your application through the employer's platform. To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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