CityVet Veterinarian Externship: Denver, CO

CityVet; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Housing recommendations provided

Job summary

CityVet offers a Veterinarian Externship Program for 3rd- and 4th-year DVM students to gain hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment across multiple states. Externs will be mentored by practicing veterinarians and work closely with clinical teams to gain exposure to small animal medicine, surgery, and client communication.

The program emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, with customizable externship blocks to align with university

Qualifications

• Eligible students are 3rd or 4th-year DVM at AVMA-accredited schools.
• Externship blocks are two weeks long with rotation flexibility.
• Housing is not provided; accommodation recommendations may be shared.
• International students eligible if enrolled and authorized to work; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside veterinary teams with hands-on exposure in small animal medicine and surgery.
• Collaborate with technicians and support staff.
• Learn clinic operations and practice leadership under mentorship.

Skills

Clinical exposure

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Hands‑on practice

Education

3rd- and 4th-year DVM students at AVMA-accredited veterinary schools

Job description

CityVet Externship Program

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
• Locations: CityVet clinics available across multiple states
• 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