Phi Lambda Sigma Elections

Interested about taking a more active role in PLS Leadership? Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming PLS elections. Applications will be available here once the process opens! See the links below for more information about various positions within PLS.

PLS Student Intern Application

What is the Phi Lambda Student Intern?

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and energetic student intern who is eager to learn about the Society and assist with various activities. The student intern will be a contractor of Phi Lambda Sigma and will have responsibilities to support the mission of the Society. This individual will be working closely with the Executive Director, Associate Executive Director, Elected Officers and Appointed Committee Chairpersons to support the daily operations of the Society.

The newly hired student intern will sign a contract lasting approximately 18 months, which will likely last until the end of their next school year.

Position Responsibilities

Website Management Intern

Great if you have experience with WordPress.
Fulfill tasks sets out by the Executive Director and Associate Executive Director.
Update website and coordinate content with the social media & marketing intern.
Attend selected Board Committee meetings and take minutes.

Order & Membership Management Intern

Great position for Chapter Treasurers.
Fulfill tasks set out by the Executive Director and Associate Executive Director.
Gain experience in national organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

The student intern shall be committed to Phi Lambda Sigma’s mission and should have track record of exceptional teamwork experience.

Specific requirements include:
- An active collegiate member of Phi Lambda Sigma.
- Eager to learn and work with various officers and committee within the Society.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Cloud, Canva, and various social media platforms.
- Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
- Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.

Benefits of the Student Intern Position

Direct involvement with an International Organization, Board of Directors, Board Committees, Regional Liaisons, Local Chapter Officers, and Staff.
Gain invaluable association management experience.
Ability to serve and lead within Board Committees.
Opportunity participate in Leadership Development Training.

Additional Information

Additional Information:

Job Title: Student Intern

Reports To: PLS Executive Director

Employment Type: Contract

Wage: $18.50/hr

Hours: This is a contract position and work hours will vary based on Society needs and Executive Director direction. We anticipate about 10-20 hours of work hours per month with a portion of these hours being in the evening and/or on weekends.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Typical to office environment plus bending, stooping, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Disclaimer: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification at the time this description was written. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. All contractors may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This job description will change from time to time as tasks, organization and technology change. Accordingly, the employer reserves the unlimited right to revise all or any part of this job description and the essential functions of the job and to add or eliminate essential functions of any position.

Application Review: Each completed application will be reviewed by PLS staff members. This team will then reach out to potential candidates to request a virtual interview. All applicants will be notified after the chosen candidate has accepted the position.

Timeline: Applications will remain open until we have found the right candidate(s), but if we find the right candidate(s) quickly, the application may close quickly. Please do not delay in applying, because we will begin interviews for this position as soon as possible.

Questions

For general questions regarding the PLS Student Intern position, please reach out to the PLS Executive Director at brandon@philambdasigma.org.

For questions regarding specific positions available, please feel free to reach out to the respective current interns:

Website Management Intern: Rebecca Axson, rebecca@philambdasigma.org
Order & Membership Management Intern: Kendall Kerr, kendall@philambdasigma.org

Board of Directors 24-25

Description of Duties

The Board of Directors consists of current pharmacy students and recent graduates who are/were members of Phi Lambda Sigma. The offices of President-Elect, Board Member-At-Large (2), and Speaker of the House are elected annually at the House of Delegates. The Board Member-At-Large (2) and the Speaker of the House serve one year terms. Once elected as the President-Elect, the member serves a 3-year term as President-Elect, President, and then Immediate Past President.

This form is used to express interest in running for a Board of Directors (BoD) position within Phi Lambda Sigma, the Pharmacy Leadership Society. BoD Members and Committee Leaders are expected to actively participate in monthly BoD meetings (as well as leading monthly Committee meetings, according to position) and remain in close email communication with PLS staff and the rest of the BoD (i.e., emails checked daily). In addition, it is important to note that BoD Members and Committee Leaders are not eligible to receive Awards that are funded and chosen by PLS Awards Committee, due to an unavoidable conflict of interest.

There will be an Application Q&A Session December 16th at 6:30PM ET. Click HERE for the link to the session.

Application Submissions

Please click the button below to be taken to the application form.

Applications are due January 17th 11:59pm ET.

Please contact Chrissy Kim (christina@philambdasigma.org) or Jane Cole (janie@philambdasigma.org) with any questions related to the application process.

Meet the Board of Directors Webinar

Want to learn more about the positions from the Board of Directors? Check out the recording of the “2023 Meet The NEC Webinar” that took place via Zoom on March 7, 2023 at 7 PM ET.

Disclaimer: Video from the 2022-2023 Board of Directors; however, the position descriptions are the same for the 2024-2025 Board Year.