So, what is the employment outlook for Ohio State PharmD grads?

In our most recent exit survey of 2014 pharmacy graduates, we found that among those who responded to the survey, 80 percent had post-graduation plans at the time of graduation. About 37 percent of graduates accepted jobs, primarily in the community setting, and about 43 percent accepted residencies or fellowships. Student satisfaction with post-graduation plans was high: 74 percent of graduates were pleased with the offers received, and 85 percent received placement in their preferred practice setting.

What are we doing to address placement outcomes for our students? 

A big part of our effort is the work done by our career advisor, Tara McCarron. Tara helps PharmD, undergraduate, and graduate students, as well as college alumni with career search services as they prepare for the next steps on their professional journeys.

For our PharmD students, Tara recently assisted with the annual Pharmacy Career Fair, hosted by the Ohio State chapter of APhA-ASP and the college at the Nationwide Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center. She shared some highlights of the event:

The Career Fair provided over 250 current Doctor of Pharmacy students with the opportunity to network with representatives from 19 companies and featured a wide range of career opportunities including community pharmacy, hospital and health-systems pharmacy, managed care, residencies, and industry fellowships. More than 50 on-site interviews were held, helping students obtain both pharmacy internships and career employment opportunities. 

The Career Fair represents the college’s continued commitment to building relationships with employers and promoting career opportunities for students. One representative attending the event commented on the high degree of talent present within the Ohio State College of Pharmacy, and commended the Career Fair Committee and Career Services on their flexibility and ability to meet the needs of employers. Another representative, attending the Career Fair for the first time, was also impressed by the quality of students and the ability to access students’ curriculum vitae online. 

Thanks to Tara and to everyone who helped to make this year’s Career Fair a success!  We look forward to continuing to offer this and similar events in the future, and to continuing our focus on preparing our graduates find success and satisfaction in their professional endeavors beyond the College.

Best Regards,

Katherine Kelley