Pharmacy Intern - LEGACI Program - Inpatient and Specialty Pharmacies

Minimum Qualification 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an ACPE-Accredited College of Pharmacy.

Scope: The Pharmacy Intern - I is a graduate student of an ACPE-Accredited College of Pharmacy working on an “as needed” basis in the University of Texas Medical Branch Department of Pharmacy & Infusion Services.

Function: The Pharmacy Intern will be responsible for assisting in pharmacy operations in the Department of Pharmacy.

The LEGACI Program

The Longitudinal Experiential Growth And Clinical Internship Program is a unique paid pharmacy internship program designed with YOU in mind. At The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), we believe in investing in the next generation of pharmacists, so we've tailored this program to supplement your education and focus on your professional growth.

Who We Are

Mission: To advance safe, accessible, and sustainable medication use across every setting of care 

Vision: To build a best-in-class pharmacy enterprise in academic medicine recognized for quality, access, innovation and performance 

Values: RISE

• Respect & Responsibility: We value every person and hold ourselves accountable for the outcomes we create . We lead with integrity, professionalism, and empathy while taking ownership for safety, service, and results . 
• Initiative & Impact: We take action and move with purpose to make UTMB better. We anticipate the needs, solve problems, and measure our success by the difference we make for patients and teams.
• Synergy & Stewardship: We protect resources and work together as one system. We align decisions with the good of the enterprise, share knowledge, and elevate one another through teamwork and trust.
• Excellence & Empowerment: We pursue mastery in our craft and empower others to do the same. We set the bar high, execute with discipline, and create an environment where people grow and succeed.

Why You Should Apply

Unique Work Experience

Inpatient Pharmacy: 

• Academic Medical Center
• Designations: Level I Trauma Center, Level IV Neonatal ICU, Level 1 Burn Center
• Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital
• Sterile Compounding
• Transitions of Care

Specialty Pharmacy: 

• Health System Specialty Pharmacy
• Mail order pharmacy
• Serves over 100 clinics across the region
• Specialty medication management
• Prior Authorization support 

Professional Development:

• Research Opportunities
• Workshops
• Mentorship
• Networking
• Hands-On Experience

How to Apply

• Application Requirements
• Completed Application on Website
• CV or Resume
• Official Pharmacy Transcripts
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Incomplete applications will not be considered

Timeline of Application

• Applications Open: December 1st, 2026
• Applications Close: January 29th, 2027
• Interviews Start: Early February 2027
• Decision Made: Early March 2027
• Orientation: Late May 2027

Contact

• Intern Program Director - Inpatient:  Vida Ordonez DeLorenzo, PharmD, MBA
• Intern Program Director - Specialty - Pheba Varghese, PharmD
• Questions? Email us at pharmacyinternship@utmb.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.