The Summer Internship Program requires a minimum commitment of nine consecutive weeks onsite, with interns typically beginning during the last week of May or the first week of June. The program generally concludes in late July, although specific start and end dates may vary depending on the assigned position.

Interns must be available for the full nine-week commitment. Any required Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE) rotations must be completed either before the internship begins or after it concludes.

If you anticipate any scheduling conflicts related to your pharmacy school's academic calendar or experiential education requirements, we encourage you to contact us before assuming you are unable to participate. We can often work collaboratively with colleges and schools of pharmacy to explore scheduling adjustments that allow students to fulfill their academic requirements while completing the required nine consecutive weeks onsite.

On average, the intern class is ~ 20 pharmacy students.

Yes, this is a paid internship. Pay rate is based on your professional year in school and will be shared during the interview process.

Since you will become an employee of the Johns Hopkins Health System, you must complete pre-employment health screening and physical. More information regarding timeline will be provided when you are offered a position.

Once you receive notice that you have been accepted into the internship program, you should apply as soon as possible. This process is expected to take approximately 8 weeks, but may take longer. You must be registered with the Maryland Board of Pharmacy prior to your start date. If not registered, you cannot start the internship program, including orientation. Upon acceptance into the internship, more detailed information will be sent on how to become registered. For more information regarding the application process, including fingerprinting with the CJIS, visit the following web site: https://health.maryland.gov/pharmacy/Pages/intern.aspx.

** Your application to the Maryland Board of Pharmacy should be submitted no later than the end of March to ensure that it is processed in a timely manner.**

The internship is a full-time position requiring approximately 40 hours per week. Work schedules vary by assigned practice area and are determined by each intern's preceptor. Depending on the assignment, schedules may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Requests for time off must be discussed with and approved by the assigned preceptor. While reasonable requests will be considered, approval is not guaranteed, and interns may be required to adjust their schedules or make up missed hours to meet program expectations. All questions regarding work schedules should be directed to the assigned preceptor.

 

A typical workday varies depending on the intern's assigned pharmacy practice area. Interns spend the majority of their time working alongside pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other health care professionals, participating in daily operations, departmental meetings, and projects relevant to their assigned area. Responsibilities may include supporting clinical or operational activities, collecting and analyzing data, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, and assisting with other departmental projects.

In addition to their primary assignments, interns participate in scheduled educational and professional development sessions, pharmacist-led discussions, and shadowing experiences across various pharmacy specialties. Approximately 25% of the internship is dedicated to these structured learning opportunities, providing exposure to pharmacy practice beyond the intern's assigned area.

While each intern's experience is unique, the program is designed to provide a balance of practical experience, professional development, and opportunities to explore diverse career pathways within health-system pharmacy.

Summer interns participate in a variety of projects designed to support departmental initiatives and advance pharmacy practice. Depending on their assigned practice area, projects may focus on improving pharmacy operations and workflow, optimizing medication-use processes, enhancing patient safety, improving patient care and clinical services, or supporting research and quality improvement initiatives.

Projects are typically identified by the assigned preceptor based on departmental priorities and the intern's learning opportunities. While some projects may be completed during the internship, others may contribute to larger, ongoing initiatives that extend beyond the summer.

At the conclusion of the program, each intern delivers a formal presentation to members of the Department of Pharmacy highlighting one of their projects and prepares a written abstract summarizing their work. Select projects may also lead to opportunities for poster presentations at professional conferences, such as the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting, or potential publication.

Requests for time off during the internship may be considered but must be approved in advance by the assigned preceptor. Approval is not guaranteed and will depend on the intern's assigned responsibilities, work schedule, and program expectations.

Any approved time off will be unpaid, and interns may be required to make up missed hours at the discretion of their preceptor. We encourage interns to communicate any anticipated scheduling conflicts as early as possible.

Interns are assigned to a primary pharmacy practice area at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, or Johns Hopkins Care at Home. Specific work locations and arrangements vary depending on the assigned practice area and daily responsibilities.

Due to shared workspace arrangements within the pharmacy department, interns should not expect to have a dedicated desk or private office. Instead, interns may have access to multiple workstations or shared workspaces throughout their assigned area. Work locations may change during the internship, and interns may share workspace with pharmacists, preceptors, pharmacy residents, other interns, or pharmacy students completing clinical rotations.

To accommodate these flexible work arrangements, interns are expected to bring a personal laptop for use when appropriate.

Summer interns are responsible for arranging and securing their own housing during the internship, as housing is not provided by the program. However, upon acceptance into the program, interns receive a comprehensive housing guide designed to assist them in finding suitable accommodations in the Baltimore area.

The guide provides information and resources to help interns explore housing options and navigate the search process. When considering accommodations, we encourage interns to research neighborhoods, evaluate proximity to their assigned internship location, consider transportation options, and carefully review rental terms before making a commitment.

Interns may also find it helpful to connect with former interns or other students familiar with the Baltimore area for additional recommendations and insights.

We encourage accepted interns to begin their housing search early, as short-term summer accommodations may be limited

Your position will be at one of three different sites so you may require transportation.

• The Johns Hopkins Hospital, East Baltimore Campus
• Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center*
• Johns Hopkins Care at Home

*Shuttle services from the East Baltimore campus is available

Parking on campus: paid parking options are available at the hospitals.

• For interns working on the hospital campus, you can pay monthly. You will register during hospital orientation.
• Students working for JHHCG, your parking is reimbursed.

We seek motivated, enthusiastic, and well-rounded student pharmacists who demonstrate a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in exploring health-system pharmacy. Successful interns are self-directed, adaptable, and eager to take initiative while remaining receptive to feedback and new learning opportunities.

We value individuals who communicate effectively, work collaboratively with others, and demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude. Above all, we are looking for students who are engaged, willing to step outside their comfort zones, and excited to make meaningful contributions to the pharmacy department while growing both personally and professionally.

Applications are accepted during October and November, with the review and selection process beginning in December. Applicants selected for further consideration will typically be contacted by email in December, with interviews generally conducted in January.

Final selection decisions are typically made by mid-February. All applicants will be notified of their application status via email once decisions have been finalized.

We appreciate your patience throughout the selection process, as our team carefully reviews applications to identify candidates who will benefit from and contribute to the Summer Internship Program.

Applicants must be enrolled in a Doctorate of Pharmacy program in a College of Pharmacy that is ACPE accredited. Use link to check the status of your school https://www.acpe-accredit.org/shared_info/programsSecure.asp. Must have completed 1 year of professional pharmacy education (i.e. you must be IN your 2nd year in a 4 year program or 4th year in a 6 year program) when applying.