Pharmacist Internship – 2026 at Adcock Ingram (Wadeville, Gauteng)
If you just finished a BPharm degree and want to start a real‑world career in pharmacy, Adcock Ingram is looking for two new interns to work in their Quality Assurance team in Wadeville, Gauteng. The internship is a one‑year contract that will let you complete the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) internship requirement. The role pays a market‑related salary and offers a chance to learn how a large, respected South African pharmacy company keeps its products safe and compliant.
What the internship is all about
Adcock Ingram’s Quality Assurance department checks every step of the drug‑making process. As an intern you’ll help monitor production, review data, and make sure all paperwork meets national and international rules. You’ll learn hands‑on skills that are important for anyone who wants to register with the SAPC. This isn’t just a desk job – you’ll see how medicines travel from the factory to the shelves, and you’ll learn the strict standards that protect patients.
When to apply
- Last day to submit: 16 December 2025
- Job type: One‑year contract (SAPC internship)
- Salary: Comparable to other quality assurance roles in the region
- Location: Wadeville, Gauteng
Who is Adcock Ingram?
Adcock Ingram is one of South Africa’s largest healthcare groups. They produce and distribute a wide range of medicines and medical products. They pride themselves on following good manufacturing practices and on keeping quality at the front of everything they do. Working there gives you exposure to a professional environment that values safety and learning.
What you’ll learn
- Compliance – Understand the rules that the Pharmacy Council and other regulators set.
- Quality checks – Perform inspections, test samples, and record findings.
- Data analysis – Use simple tools to track trends and spot problems early.
- Teamwork – Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other pharmacists.
- Problem‑solving – Respond to unexpected issues while staying calm and focused.
Core skills that will help you
- Shift work – You may need to work evenings or weekends.
- High‑pressure tolerance – The job can be demanding, but staying calm is key.
- Attention to detail – Small mistakes can be costly, so be careful.
- Basic data analysis – Comfortable with numbers and spreadsheets.
- Good communication – Share ideas clearly with colleagues.
- Team and solo work – Handle tasks independently and as part of a group.
- Time management – Meet deadlines and keep track of many tasks.
- Positive attitude – Bring energy and a willingness to learn.
- Open to coaching – Take feedback and use it to improve.
Minimum requirements
- Finished high school (Matric).
- Hold a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) degree.
- Having NSFAS funding while studying is a plus but not mandatory.
Privacy information
Adcock Ingram follows the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). By applying, you let us use your data to screen and evaluate you. If you don’t hear back within 30 days after the deadline, your application will be considered unsuccessful. We keep records of unsuccessful applicants for up to 12 months.
How to apply
- Click the link below to view the full posting and submit your application.
- Make sure every section of the application is filled out accurately before you hit send.
Apply now for the 2026 Pharmacist Internship at Adcock Ingram
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