I'm currently interning with an independent "back home" which is about 2 hours from my pharm school (which is also in a different state from my home state). I love my independent and I know I'm getting great experience here, but I also know that there are fewer pharmacist jobs avaliable in the independent sector as compared to chain retail. I've been considering trying to get an internship with a chain or a larger store (SAMs club, Costco, etc.). What are your opinions on doing this? I'd like to continue working with my independent, as I typically just work breaks (summer, Christmas) and am very lucky to have a pharmacy owner who is very flexible. I just fear that I am going to be at a disadvantage when it comes to being hired after I graduate with only independent experience (i.e. no "in" with a chain system) outside of my rotations. Thank you!
Interning in Independent vs Chain (or both!)
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What are the chances of you getting hired by the independent after you graduate? Big chain interns have an advantage because chains generally do in-house hires well before they seek out unaffiliated graduates
