Pharmacy technician?

Question

Hi, I'm going to be an incoming sophomore in college this semester (majoring in Pre-pharmacy) and I've been sort of frustrated applying to different stores (during the summer) that were hiring Pharm. technicians. I feel like I'm not going to be able to have a lot of experience once I graduate from school and apply to pharmacy schools. I even offered to work for experience and I told them I didn't care about how much they would pay me. Still almost all of them were full with other students and no hours to give. Should I be worried? I just don't want to doubt anything in my future and I want to remain calm and be determined no matter what. Positive comments would be great.

Answer 1

If it's simply the experience you are searching for,, have you considered some off the trail travels? Such as local hospitals, long term care facilities, even military bases- they have full hospitals & pharm. in many places. And if you are already in college ask your teachers for recomendations - contacts. A lot of instructors double dip & can give you a hand while helping someone else out who might need some extra help.

Answer 2

Stores don't hire many pharm techs during the summer. Starting around now, they will starting hiring for the fall.

Answer 3

It sounds like you've done all the right things to try and get a job in your field. Just continue your studies and maybe next summer you can get a relevant job. Start applying for jobs early, maybe around May. Good luck.

Answer 4

Please don't get discouraged. Once you are actually in college you may have more doors opened for you. Especially since you are majoring in pre-pharmacy. You will surely make some contacts and if you are doing well in college THEY may come seeking you!