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Right now is my favorite time of year!  We are on-boarding new graduates and interns in every part of our business.   As our new grads start their professional journey, they are excited, nervous, anxious and last but not least READY!  One thing I can guarantee if you start your profession with Target, you will be ready.  We have a five week training program that incorporates leadership and technical knowledge that prepares our new team members  to care for our guests’ healthcare needs.

Target also connects our new leaders to a network of other executives to support them along the way.  There are a multitude of resources to set them up for success.  We have a best practice and training for everything, so when you are in doubt you can look it up!

Our training is not only for technical expertise; we also start our leaders with resources for their individual development. My journey as a pharmacist started off a little different with another retailer and I am proud to say I am now part of a team that values training and a successful kickoff to a long career.  The resources we have at Target helped me gain the confidence I needed to be a successful leader and I have felt that way in every step of my Target journey.

Interested in a healthcare career with Target? Search and apply for opportunities here.

by group pharmacy leader | Jul 10, 2013

56 comments

  • Neiman Wright

    July 11th, 2013

    Hi my name is Neiman and i am a 2013 graduate. I am looking for my first job an will be very excited if its with your staff.

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 11th, 2013

    Hi Neiman-

    We’re glad to hear that you’re interested in a career with Target! Please visit http://www.target.com/careers to search and apply for jobs that fit your interests. If you’d like to know more about our opportunities for college students and recent grads, please click here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/college-students

    Thanks!
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Joe Stevens

    July 11th, 2013

    Does target offer management training programs for perspective employees with graduate degrees in computer information technology?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 12th, 2013

    Hi Joe-

    Thanks for reaching out! While we don’t currently offer the specific training that you’re referencing, a full list of all Target events (development, career fair and otherwise) can be found here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/recruiting-events

    Thanks!
    Elisa and the Target Careers team

  • David

    July 12th, 2013

    As I follow Target’s OTC medications particularly for children, I see Target more in the role of a “follower” and not so much a leader. Target OTC guidelines (labeling,dosing instructions, and dispensing devices) are established by the major pharmaceutical companies and Target accepts that as their standard. I am concerned with all the new guidelines issued by the FDA for OTC children”s medication that Target may be innocently non-compliant. As a leader in this arena, Target needs to rethink this issue. Something to think about.

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 16th, 2013

    Hi David-

    Thanks for commenting. Our pharmacies follow all FDA and other requirements/guidelines as specified by law. If you believe there is an issue, we encourage you to call our Integrity Hotline at 1-800-541-6838 with more details.

    Thank you,
    Elisa & the Target Career team

  • Amanda Buhler

    July 13th, 2013

    I will have been working for Target for 4 years in August and will graduate from pharmacy school in May 2015. I have been through many ups, downs, changes, and have worked at several locations, but through everything I absolutely love working in the Target Pharmacy team. We have a really great work environment and I have yet to find a store without a positive working environment. Although we are a little antiquated in technogy, our guest and patient relations make up for it as I feel Target pharmacy teams really get to know their clients and learn to love them. We also work well as a team and depend on each other to work efficiently , as this is the case with most pharmacies. However, because we don’t have the best system, I feel like the communication among our teams are superb because we do not depend on technology to determine workflow.
    When I graduate with my PharmD in 2015, I can only pray that Target continues to have me as part of their team and I can work as a Target pharmacist. This really is a great company, and I would not be where I am today without Target pharmacy and their team members.

    Thanks!
    Amanda Buhler
    University of the Incarnate Word
    Feik School of Pharmacy, Class of 2015

    Reply

  • Meghan

    July 14th, 2013

    Does Target offer pharmacy technician training?

    Thanks

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 16th, 2013

    Hi Meghan-

    Thanks for asking! We provide on-the-job training for all of our positions. To learn more about Target pharmacy opportunities, please click here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/healthcare

    Thanks,
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Isabelle

    July 16th, 2013

    Hi I’m Isabelle I was curious if you hire anyone that is under 18? Thanks

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 16th, 2013

    Hi Isabelle-

    Thanks for asking. The legal hiring age varies by state, and we hire according with local law. You can find job postings here: http://www.target.com/careers

    Thanks
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • crystal cage

    July 17th, 2013

    target has the best store in the worldand that are very friendly whit the meet and greet and that a beautyful thing i will always shop at target love always your most lovin person

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 18th, 2013

    Thanks, Crystal! We appreciate your support!

    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Kayte

    July 25th, 2013

    I am an advisor at South Dakota State University and am coordinating a career day, which includes a job fair. I would like to get in touch with someone about the possibility of a Target representative attending this free event in November. Thank you for your guidance!

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 29th, 2013

    Hi Kayte-

    Thanks so much for your comment! While most of our fall campus events have already been scheduled for 2013, I have passed your information and request on to our campus recruiting team for review and consideration.

    Thanks!
    Elisa

  • crystal

    July 30th, 2013

    I’m about to head out for my internship and i was wondering if target will assist with furthering my education to become a pharmacist within the company?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 31st, 2013

    Hi Crystal –

    Thanks for asking! Target does support team member education, and our programs/offerings vary based on position. This is a great discussion to have with your manager as he/she can help you find the resources that fit your personal situation.

    Thanks!
    Elisa and the Target Careers team

  • Trey Tietz

    July 31st, 2013

    I have a phone conversation with one of Target’s Pharmacy Campus Recruiters next week and I’m so excited! I have been doing a ton of research on Target Pharmacy and I really believe in the direction this company is taking toward patient care. I am so thankful for the opportunity and I hope that my dream becomes a reality next year as a Target Pharmacist!!

    Reply

  • Jung Gwak

    August 20th, 2013

    Hi, my name is Jung. I am a pharmacist in Virginia and would like to relocate to Georgia. I have been applying jobs with Target in the areas that I am interested in Georgia maybe about 20 times but nobody has any interest in my application. One time I could see my status as “no longer considered” as soon as I turned in my application. Could you please explain?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    August 22nd, 2013

    Hi Jung-

    Thank you for reaching out. We continue to post pharmacy positions as they become available and review applications from candidates who meet the job description requirements. Some of our locations receive a large number of applications, so we do encourage you to continue to apply to openings that interest you. If you would ever like to check on the status of your application, please reach out to HR Manager at the store to which you applied.

    Thank you,
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • yesenia

    August 21st, 2013

    Hi my name is yesenia. I have my pharmacy tech license put I don’t have any experience on pharmacy. Could I apply to intern program?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    August 22nd, 2013

    Hi Yesenia-

    Thanks for reaching out! We definitely encourage you to apply for pharmacy positions that match your skills and interests. You can find pharmacy positions here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/healthcare

    Thank you!
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Diana

    September 1st, 2013

    Hello!

    I just received my NJ pharmacist license last week and would love to work for Target somewhere in southeast Jersey. Are there any openings for full-time pharmacists around there?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    September 3rd, 2013

    Hi Diana-

    Glad to hear you’re interested in Target Pharmacy! All current openings can be found here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/healthcare

    Thank you!
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Maria

    September 5th, 2013

    Hi! My name is Maria.
    I would like to know if I can do my pharmacy internship as a pharmacy technician at Target? I’m a foreign graduate pharmacy student and it seems that Target only accepts interns who are currently enrolled in an accredited pharmacy school.
    Thank you!

    Reply

  • valarie

    September 24th, 2013

    hi, I am just starting off my career in pharmacy. I am currently studying to take my PTCE, but I would like to train on the job. I am trying to get into pharmacy school, and feel as if I am already in the field I will have a better chance of being accepted. Does Target offer any type of on the job training for people in my situation?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    September 25th, 2013

    Hi Valerie-

    We offer a variety of pharmacy-related careers for those at all levels. Check out our pharmacy page for more information: https://corporate.target.com/careers/healthcare

    Thanks!
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Dr.sara faisal

    January 25th, 2014

    hello madam,
    I am very gland to see the opportunity
    that u got i m really interested please give me a chance i will be very thanksfull to you.

    Regards,
    Dr.sara faisal.

    Reply

  • Jojo

    January 30th, 2014

    Hi i just like to ask if there are any opportunity for me to be one of your employees. I am a graduate of BS Nursing last 2009 but not here in the US and due to some inevitable circumstances i was not able to take the nursing board and worked as an insurance coordinator for 3 years abroad and came here to US last year. Please let me know which available position that can best fit my qualifications. Thank you

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    February 20th, 2014

    Hi Jojo-

    Thanks for your interest at Target. All of our positions have unique qualifications, so I encourage you to browse our website for current openings that may fit your skills and interests. Our healthcare related jobs can be found here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/healthcare

    Thank you,
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Minerva

    February 2nd, 2014

    Hi: Target is opening a new store somewhere here in I believe between Durham and Morrisville North Carolina.In Hwy.55.I was wondering if they are hiring for pharmacy Technician,I keep browsing at your website http://www.target.com/careers,but I’m not seeing anything about a new store opening in Hwy.55.I’m trying to find a job as Pharmacy The.Pls let me know..Thanks.

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    February 20th, 2014

    Hi Minerva-

    Thanks for reaching out! All openings will be posted on target.com/careers when they become available. Keep checking back!

    Thanks,
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Michelle

    February 22nd, 2014

    I will be a 2014 PharmD graduate. I have been looking through the current job openings and have found several I am interested in. However, all the Pharmacist position list licensing as a requirement. Can I apply for these positions prior to graduation? Or do I have to actually wait until I am licensed? Does Target hire graduating students with the agreement that they have to be licensed within a certain amount of time?…Thanks

    Reply

  • felicia

    April 30th, 2014

    Does target have a certification program to state and nationally certify pharmacy technicians through the company?

    Reply

  • Debr morar

    June 20th, 2014

    `i have an Associate Degree in Applied Science (Pharmacy) and would love the opportunity to enroll in your program.

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 1st, 2014

    Great to hear! Please visit http://www.target.com/careers to search and apply for current openings.

    Thanks!
    The Target Careers team

  • Ruel

    July 4th, 2014

    Hi,
    My wife is a foreign pharmacy graduate from the Philippines and she already has her FPGEC certificate. We’ve been trying to look for internship so that she could sit for the NAPLEX. Can you guide me how to go about this. By the way she is also an internist in the Philippines, but I don’t if this could be an asset or not for her to land an intern’s position. Thanks

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 31st, 2014

    Hi Ruel-

    Thanks for your comment! All of our internship and job openings are listed on our career site at http://www.target.com/careers

    Thanks,
    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Wael

    July 22nd, 2014

    Hi, I am a foreign pharmacist. I passed FPGEE and TOEFL iBT and I’m looking to make my internship ours here in Michigan. Do you have any available intern position?
    I can speak 2 other languages in addition to English.
    Thanks

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 22nd, 2014

    Hi Wael-

    Thank you so much for your interest in a pharmacy career with Target! All applicants are encouraged to visit our career sites to search and apply for openings.

    United States: https://corporate.target.com/Careers
    Canada: http://www.target.ca/en/careers/

    Thanks,
    Target Careers Team

  • Brittany Mikesh

    July 29th, 2014

    Hi brandi,

    Would really like to work at Target. I do have one and half year experience as a pharmacy tech. Do have current Illinois license. I was laid off,excessive miles to work,I was let go from another job. I have applied at Target in Lombard, Il. I see the job is still open and really, really need to get back to work. Any help will be great. Thank You Brittany

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    July 31st, 2014

    Hi Brittany-

    Thanks for checking in. We recommend speaking with the HR rep at the store to which you applied in order to check your application status. Additionally, you can keeo up to date with new pharmacy openings at stores in your area here: https://corporate.target.com/careers/career-areas/pharmacy

    Thanks,
    Elisa & the Target Careers Team

  • Tricia

    August 5th, 2014

    I relocated to NY state a few months ago.Due to the NY licensing process and having just graduated last year, it’s taking a long time to get licensed. Would I be able to be hired as an intern with Target, considering that I do have a NY intern license, until I get licensed? What is the application process in this case? Thanks..

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    August 6th, 2014

    Hi Tricia-

    We recommend searching and applying for positions in your area on target.com/careers. If you find an opening that you like, please contact the store and ask to speak to the HR manager. He or she can help you through the process and talk further about licensing procedures.

    Thanks,
    The Target Careers team

  • judith

    August 7th, 2014

    Am looking for a pharmacy technician job in the chicago area?any help?!!

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    August 8th, 2014

    H Judith-

    Please visit https://corporate.target.com/careers/healthcare to search and apply for current pharmacy openings in the Chicago area.

    Thanks!
    Target Careers Team

  • Mohamed Zeinelabdin

    September 7th, 2014

    Hi
    I am a registered graduate pharmacy intern, State of Kansas. I am looking for a training vacancy in Overland Park City, KS.
    Thank you
    Mohamed

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    September 15th, 2014

    Hi Mohamed-

    Thanks for your interest in Target! Please check out our website, http://www.target.com/careers, for pharmacy openings in your area.’

    Elisa & the Target Careers team

  • Curt

    November 7th, 2014

    I am a North Dakota pharmacist. In North Dakota we have the pharmacy ownership law – similar to many Canadian provinces. I noticed that Target has introduced franchise opportunities in Canada. (http://www.target.ca/en/careers/pharmacy/franchise)
    I’m curious if Target would ever consider something similar in North Dakota?

    Reply
  • elisa

    elisa

    December 5th, 2014

    Hi Curt-

    Thanks for the comment! We do not currently have pharmacy franchising opportunities in the US, but will pass your comments along to the appropriate team for future consideration.

    Thanks,
    Target Careers

  • Lanie

    January 9th, 2015

    I will be gradating pharmacy school in May 2015, and I am looking to apply to a position in the Southern California area. Where can I find the information to whom I can address my cover letter to? Thanks!

    Reply
  • Heather

    Heather Ganser

    February 5th, 2015

    Glad to hear you’re interested in Target! All of our current openings are posted on target.com/careers. You can learn more about the application process by visiting our career site.

    Thanks,
    Target Careers

  • mudaar

    January 13th, 2015

    Hi
    I was wondering if target pharmacy are hiring foreign graduate pharmacy intern who have MA intern license ?
    and if so what are the requirement

    Reply

  • Krupali

    May 28th, 2015

    Hi
    I have completed Bachelor of pharmacy from India. Can I apply any Target pharmacy positions and if so what are the requirements to get any pharmacy jobs at Target ?

    Reply
  • Pulse Blog Administrator

    Pulse Blog Administrator

    May 29th, 2015

    Hello,

    We’re glad to hear you’re interested in Target! All of our current openings are posted on target.com/careers. On the website you will be able to view openings and job requirements for pharmacy openings.

    Thank you,
    Heather

  • Matt

    November 24th, 2015

    I will be graduating as a PharmD next year and I am interesting in applying for a pharmacy intern position with Target. How do I go about this? I have searched through openings using Target’s career site but only see about a half dozen positions in my state, all for managers, float pharmacists, etc. Thank you.

    Reply

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