Equine Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Towcester

purovets; Towcester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Towcester seeks enthusiastic recent veterinary graduates for a 12-month equine internship starting Summer 2026. Interns will receive hands-on clinical training, extensive exposure across varied cases, and robust mentorship from an experienced team. The internship features a balanced rota, attractive benefits including a salary of £25,000, accommodation, private healthcare, and a CPD allowance. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals eager to develop a career in equine practice.

Benefits

£25,000 salary

Accommodation provided

Private healthcare

£1,000 CPD allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Recent veterinary graduates with a proactive attitude.
• Strong interest in equine medicine.
• Willingness to seek guidance and improve skillset.

Responsibilities

• Engage in lameness investigations and surgical procedures.
• Participate in intensive inpatient management.
• Take part in routine ambulatory work.
• Attend Clinical Club meetings and case discussions.

Skills

Motivated graduates

Strong communication skills

Resilience

Passion for equine practice

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Equine Internship Opportunities – Summer 2026 Start
Towcester, Northamptonshire & Warwickshire

• Structured 12-month internship designed for new and recent graduates, with tailored hands‑on clinical training
• Extensive clinical exposure across lameness, surgery, medicine, intensive inpatient care, reproduction, and ambulatory work
• Strong mentorship and support, including guidance from certificate holders, advanced practitioners, and a dedicated VetGDP Advisor
• Balanced rota offering experience in both hospital and ambulatory settings, plus every second Friday off to support work–life balance
• Attractive benefits package, including £25,000 salary, accommodation, private healthcare, paid RCVS fees, CPD allowance, and mileage reimbursement

An established independent mixed practice, proudly RCVS-accredited and spread across four sites in and around the historic town of Towcester, Northamptonshire, is inviting applications for its 12-month Equine Internship Programme starting in Summer 2026.

With a reputation for delivering high‑quality veterinary care with a personal touch, the practice is home to a warm, supportive, and forward‑thinking team.

Their equine services are based at a fully equipped hospital site offering comprehensive inpatient facilities, including a surgical theatre and dedicated reproduction services with an indoor stallion collection facility. A second, modern equine clinic in Warwickshire further enhances their clinical capabilities.

About the Internship

This is a full‑time, structured programme designed for new and recent veterinary graduates who are keen to build a strong foundation for a successful equine career. Interns will join a team of 11 experienced vets—including certificate holders in medicine and surgery—alongside a skilled and committed nursing team. A trained VetGDP Advisor supports each intern throughout the year, ensuring smooth completion of the VetGDP requirements.

The internship offers an excellent balance of hands‑on experience, mentorship, and professional development. Interns will enhance their diagnostic and therapeutic skills through a well‑supported, practical approach that can be tailored to individual clinical interests.

Clinical Exposure & Training

Working with a diverse caseload of leisure and competition horses, interns will be actively involved in:

• Lameness investigations and poor‑performance workups
• Standing and general anaesthesia surgical procedures
• Intensive inpatient management, including isolation cases
• A variety of equine medical presentations
• Routine ambulatory first‑opinion work

Clinical development is further supported through regular rotations: one week ambulatory followed by one week in‑clinic, with participation in a 1‑in‑2 weekend and weeknight on‑call rota. Interns will also gain valuable experience in reproduction work during late Spring and Summer 2027, working closely with the dedicated reproduction vet on fertility assessments, stallion collection, and semen processing.

The practice encourages collaboration and reflective learning through frequent Clinical Club meetings, case discussions, and morbidity and mortality rounds.

The Ideal Candidate

The team is seeking motivated, enthusiastic graduates who are ready to embrace the opportunity, work hard, and make the most of a highly supportive environment. Successful past interns have been proactive, inquisitive, and keen to seek guidance while recognising and addressing gaps in their skill set. Strong communication skills, resilience, and a genuine passion for equine practice are key to thriving in this role.

For those interested, the practice is happy to arrange an informal, honest conversation with a current intern.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £25,000
• Accommodation provided as part of the remuneration package
• Every second Friday off, supporting work–life balance
• Private healthcare
• RCVS fees paid
• £1,000 CPD allowance (can be used towards BEVA membership)
• Staff discount scheme
• Mileage paid (vehicle not provided)

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-56362