CityVet Veterinarian Externship CityVet

CityVet; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

CityVet is now accepting applications for its Veterinarian Externship Program, offering third- and fourth-year DVM students hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment. Externs work alongside experienced veterinary teams with mentorship and exposure to small animal general practice medicine and surgery, client communication, and clinic operations, fostering autonomy and collaboration.

Housing is not provided; stipend is competitive.

Qualifications

• 3rd and 4th-year DVM students at AVMA-accredited veterinary schools.
• Eligibility for externship programs in small animal practice.
• Willing to work in a veterinarian-led practice environment.

Responsibilities

• Small animal general practice medicine and surgery exposure.
• Client communication and case management.
• Collaboration with technicians and support staff.
• Exposure to clinic operations and team leadership.
• Mentorship from practicing veterinarians.

Skills

Clinical exposure

Client communication

Education

3rd/4th year DVM student

AVMA-accredited school

Job description

CityVet is now accepting applications for its Veterinarian Externship Program, offering third- and fourth-year DVM students the opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment.

This program is designed for students seeking meaningful mentorship, real-world clinical exposure, and insight into practice models centered on autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

Program Overview

CityVet externships provide a structured yet flexible clinical experience in small animal general practice settings, with many locations also offering urgent care exposure.

• Eligibility: 3rd and 4th-year DVM students at AVMA-accredited veterinary schools
• Duration: Two-week externship blocks, with flexibility to accommodate university rotation requirements
• Stipend: Competitive stipend, paid via direct deposit on the first Friday of the rotation
• Housing: Housing is not provided; however, CityVet can share accommodation recommendations from prior externs
• International students: Eligible if enrolled at an AVMA-accredited university and authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

What to Expect

Externs work alongside experienced veterinary teams and receive hands-on exposure that may include:

• Small animal general practice medicine and surgery
• Client communication and case management
• Collaboration with technicians and support staff
• Exposure to clinic operations and team leadership
• Mentorship from practicing veterinarians

Externships are customizable whenever possible, allowing students to align their experience with individual clinical interests and career goals.

About CityVet

CityVet is a veterinarian-founded, led, and owned organization focused on supporting veterinarians through clinical autonomy, personalized mentorship, and collaborative practice environments. Each clinic is locally led by a veterinarian and supported by a centralized home office team, allowing doctors to focus on patient care while maintaining independence in how they practice medicine.

Who Should Apply

This externship is well-suited for students who:

• Are seeking hands-on clinical experience in a supportive practice setting
• Value mentorship and professional development
• Are exploring potential post-graduate employment or a long-term career fit
• Want exposure to a veterinarian-led practice model