DVM Externship & New-Grad Path — $1k/Week Stipend

Redwood Animal Hospital; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Animal Hospital is offering an externship track in Redondo Beach, CA for veterinary students entering the profession. Externs receive a $1,000/week stipend and gain hands-on experience while being mentored by our four DVMs.

This externship is designed as a potential pathway to a full-time role, with practical training across medical and surgical procedures, diagnostics, and client communication in a supportive, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a DVM program, graduating in 2027.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

• Gain broad clinical experience with mentorship from experienced veterinarians.
• Observe and participate in medical and surgical procedures and diagnostics.
• Receive genuine mentorship and structured guidance.
• Develop diagnostic interpretation skills on samples and panels.
• Develop hands-on veterinary skills in a supportive environment.

Skills

DVM student

Clinical observation

Client communication

Team player

Education

DVM student (enrolled)

Job description

Redwood Animal Hospital is offering an externship track in Redondo Beach, CA for veterinary students entering the profession. Externs receive a $1,000/week stipend and gain hands-on experience while being mentored by our four DVMs.

This externship is designed as a potential pathway to a full-time role, with practical training across medical and surgical procedures, diagnostics, and client communication in a supportive, collaborative team.