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How much do purchasing intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for purchasing intern in Boston, MA is $22.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $25.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a purchasing intern do?

A Purchasing Intern supports the procurement or purchasing department by assisting with tasks such as sourcing suppliers, processing purchase orders, managing inventory records, and communicating with vendors. They help ensure that materials and products are acquired efficiently and cost-effectively. This role provides hands-on experience in supply chain management and purchasing procedures, often involving data entry, research, and administrative support. It's an opportunity for students or recent graduates to learn about procurement processes in a real-world business environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a purchasing intern?

To thrive as a Purchasing Intern, you need a basic understanding of supply chain management, analytical skills, and often a background in business or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software such as SAP, Microsoft Excel, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and organizational skills help you excel in fast-paced purchasing environments. These abilities ensure that purchasing processes are efficient, accurate, and support the organization's operational needs.

What is the difference between Purchasing Intern vs Purchasing Coordinator?

AspectPurchasing InternPurchasing Coordinator
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate with a degree in business, supply chain, or related fieldUsually requires some experience in purchasing or supply chain management, often with relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, internship setting, often part-time or temporaryFull-time, office-based role with more responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in retail, manufacturing, logistics, and corporate sectors for training and developmentCommon in similar industries for managing procurement processes

The Purchasing Intern role is an entry-level position aimed at gaining experience in procurement, often held by students or recent graduates. In contrast, the Purchasing Coordinator is a more experienced role responsible for overseeing purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement efficiency. While both roles are part of the procurement process, the intern position is a stepping stone towards a full purchasing career.

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Infographic showing various Purchasing Intern job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,111 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Pharmacy Intern

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree

Woburn, MA • On-site

$18.25 - $22.75/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Pharmacy Intern Career Opportunity


Encompass Health: Where Pharmacy Meets Heart, Home, and Healing
Looking for a pharmacy career rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? At Encompass Health, you'll play a vital role in patients' recoveries-providing individualized, compassionate care that makes a lasting impact. Here, small victories add up to monumental change, and you'll thrive in an environment built on support, advanced resources, and teamwork.

A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
  • Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
  • Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
  • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Realize Your Vision as a New Pharmacist

  • Provides inventory control including maintenance in the pharmacy according to the drug formulary.
  • Maintains formulary, including ordering, receiving, storage and all necessary paperwork.
  • Replaces medication including dispense machine refill (24-hour supply), using unit-dose system.
  • Replaces floor stock items on a routine basis according to policy including narcotic inventory.
  • Maintains necessary paperwork for the pharmacy's reporting and tracking.
  • Reviews pharmacy profiles and collection of drugs dispensed to patients for accurate billing.
  • Reconciles narcotic including monitoring of doses administered according to medication.
  • Manages Administration Record in the narcotics sign-out file.
  • Ensures floor stock (medication and IV's) are maintained at appropriate par levels.
  • Ensures emergency boxes are maintained in accordance with pharmacy policy.
  • Maintains and completes pharmacy inspection manual.
  • Transfers pharmacy charges to the business office.
  • Prioritizes orders on basis of drug schedule or necessity, and delivers STAT orders promptly.
  • Enters and fills all orders for verification by pharmacist.
  • Conducts daily rounds to check emergency drug box and med dispense machines.
  • Handles all pharmaceutical generated protected health information.

Qualifications

  • Meets State board of pharmacy registration or licensure requirement in the state of employment.
  • Enrolled in a professional degree program of a school or college of pharmacy that has been approved by the Board and satisfactorily progressing toward meeting the requirements for licensure as a Pharmacist; OR
  • A graduate of an approved professional degree program of a school or college of Pharmacy or a graduate who has established educational equivalency by obtaining a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee™ (FPGEC®) Certificate, who is currently licensed by the Board of Pharmacy for the purpose of obtaining practical experience as a requirement for licensure as a Pharmacist; OR
  • Qualified applicant awaiting examination for licensure or meeting Board requirements for re-licensure.
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.