Utah society of health-system Pharmacists

WHO CAN SERVE AS AN INTERN?

Each year, three (3) candidates will be selected to serve as USHP interns for a one-year term in an unpaid, volunteer capacity: Candidates must be in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of an ACPE-accredited / candidate PharmD program, or technicians-in-training who are students of an ASHP-accredited / candidate pharmacy technician training program. Interns will be selected such that a variety of schools/programs are represented. Interns must reside in Utah and be active members of USHP. Previous interns must reapply each year.

WHY SHOULD I BECOME AN INTERN?

USHP Interns have the unique opportunity to learn the inner workings of a professional organization. Becoming an intern of an ASHP state affiliate can facilitate networking, learning, and serve as a bridge to future job or leadership opportunities at both the state and national level.

WHAT QUALITIES ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Dedication
• Responsiveness
• Timeliness
• Team-Minded
• Receptive to Constructive Feedback

WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATIONS OF INTERNS?

• About 2 hours per week of service to USHP
• Attend annual USHP Strategic Planning Retreat
• Attend monthly USHP Board of Directors meetings, when able
• Facilitate publication of USHP Newsletter in coordination with intern team, President-Elect, and Communications Committee
• Communicate regularly with members and committees to solicit for news content and education pieces pertinent to health-system pharmacy in Utah
• Perform tasks which assist in the smooth operations of the Annual and Midwinter Meetings, and promotion of USHP
• Participate in development of member demographic, satisfaction, and needs assessment surveys
• Support student chapters at their local institution
• Assist with new initiatives to support the vision, mission and strategic priorities of USHP

HOW DO I APPLY?

A call for applications will be put out in advance of the Annual Meeting each year. Applicants are to submit a CV, Letter of Intent, and Letter of Recommendation from an instructor, supervisor, or faculty member to ushp@ushp.org. All applications must be sent to ushp@ushp.org. Past interns are encouraged to reapply.

Internship Program SOP