Internship Paard

Utrecht University; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 41.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

8% holiday pay

8.3% year-end bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible terms of employment

Zusammenfassung

Utrecht University’s University Equine Clinic offers an 18-month internship for veterinarians to gain intensive equine medicine experience in an academic setting. Two areas are offered: Internal Medicine or Orthopedics/Surgery/Anesthesia.

You’ll work day shifts initially, then rotate across departments during evenings and nights, guiding Master’s students and supporting clinical education. You will participate in rounds, perform routine procedures, coordinate diagnostics, and contribute to

Qualifikationen

• EU applicants only
• Requires veterinary degree and license to practice in the Netherlands
• Interest in equine medicine and clinical training in an academic setting
• Willingness to work day, evening and night shifts as needed
• Ability to supervise Master’s students and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team

Aufgaben

• Participate in rounds, consultations, and care of hospitalized horses
• Perform routine clinical procedures (IV lines, catheterization, medication administration)
• Coordinate and manage logistics of diagnostic procedures and samples
• Supervise Master’s students in clinical skills and patient care
• During evenings/nights, assess and stabilize emergency patients and supervise students on duty

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Motivated & proactive

Interest in equine medicine

Experience with horses

Ausbildung

Veterinary degree

Tools

Diagnostic imaging

Surgical skills

Jobbeschreibung

As an intern at the University Clinic for Equine Health, you will work together with dedicated specialists, residents, and students to deliver high-quality veterinary care for horses and other equids.

Important: Due to the short starting date this vacancy is for EU applicants only

Are you a veterinarian looking to deepen your knowledge of equine medicine within an academic environment that upholds high clinical standards? An internship at the University Equine Clinic offers a unique opportunity to gain intensive practical experience, provide clinical instruction, and work with state-of-the-art facilities alongside a multidisciplinary team of specialists. We have two positions available for the spring of 2027. Depending on your area of interest, the focus of your internship will be either Internal Medicine or Orthopedics/Surgery/Anesthesia.

Therefore, please clearly indicate your area of interest—Internal Medicine or Surgery/Anesthesia—in your motivation letter.

As an intern, you will primarily work during the day within the team corresponding to your chosen area of interest. Additionally, following an initial orientation period, you will be deployed across all departments (Surgery, Anesthesia, Internal Medicine, Reproduction, and Ambulatory Clinic) during evening and night shifts. You will also assist in other departments during the day when necessary.

Following the daily handover by the specialists, you will play a central role in the operational functioning of the Internal Medicine or Surgery/Anesthesia department. You will also play an important role in guiding and supervising Master’s students, both during clinical work and within clinical education.

Your duties will include:

• Active participation in stable rounds, consultations, and the care of hospitalized patients.
• Performing routine clinical procedures, such as placing IV lines, catheterization, administering medication, and changing dressings
• Coordinating and managing the logistics of diagnostic procedures, including laboratory samples and diagnostic imaging.
• Supervising Veterinary Medicine master's students in clinical skills and patient care
• During evening and night shifts, you are responsible for the initial assessment and stabilization of emergency patients, the treatment of hospitalized patients, and the supervision of students on duty

We have state-of-the-art facilities at our disposal, including extensive hospitalization units and advanced imaging technologies such as MRI, CT, and diagnostic radiology. In addition, there is an extensive program of groundbreaking clinical research.

• Uploadthe document of proof that you are eligible to work as a veterinarian in the Netherlands, with your application
• You are a veterinarian with an interest in and experience with horses.
• You are highly motivated to further develop yourself in the field of equine medicine.
• Practical experience is an advantage, but not a strict requirement.
• You have a proactive, positive, enthusiastic and flexible attitude.
• You have good communication skills.

Our offer

• a job for a period of 18 months, starting between 1 March and 1 April 2027;
• a working week of 36 - 40 hours and a gross monthly salary between €3.706 and €5.760 (salary scale 10 under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU)). The salary is based on a 38-hour working week;
• 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus;
• a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.

In addition to the terms of employment set out in our collectivelabouragreement, we offer attractiveadditionalbenefits, including opportunities for personal and professional growth , flexibleleavearrangements,and extravacationdays. Through the UU Terms of Employment Options Model, you can tailor your employment package to your needs. In this way, we encourage you to grow in what you do, both in your work and in your development.Read more about our terms of employment .

About us

A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University , the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes . Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow .

At the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine we train the veterinarians and researchers of the future, provide care for animals and conduct leading and societal relevant research. That is what we are good at. We see that the health and welfare of animals, humans and the environment are interconnected. By sharing our knowledge and working together, we make positive impact, both nationally and internationally. Our 1,500 students and 950 staff members inspire and strengthen each other. Our engagement connects us. The drive to, from an integral perspective, make the world a better place.

Clinical Sciences

At the Department of Clinical Sciences , you will work alongside approximately 150 veterinarians and a similar number of support staff. Approximately two-thirds of the veterinarians are specialists in various disciplines; the remaining one-third consists of interns, residents and PhD students. Together we are responsible for the education of veterinary students, provision of clinical services to horses and companion animals, and both clinical and more fundamental research in the areas of regenerative medicine, locomotion, genetics and reproduction.

More information

For more information, please contact Yteke Elte at [e-mail]

Candidates for this vacancy will be recruited by Utrecht University.

At Utrecht University, we strive to be a place where everyone feels at home. We value colleagues with different backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including differences in culture, religion or ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability and age. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute. Read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

A valid Certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required for this position. This will be requested as part of the application process.

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The application deadline is 22 November 2026.