DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Grad Opportunity

Mission Pet Health; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenwich Animal Hospital in Greenwich, CT is offering an externship track for DVM students Class of 2027. This paid externship features a $1,000/week stipend, hands-on experience, and mentorship from experienced veterinarians in a supportive, high‑quality small animal practice.

The program leads toward a potential full‑time role, with exposure to urgent care, diagnostics, surgical procedures, and client communication.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at an accredited university.
• Graduating in 2027.
• Strong interpersonal and professional demeanor.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Gain broad clinical experience under mentorship from experienced veterinarians.
• Observe and participate in medical and surgical procedures, diagnostic processes, and client communication when possible.
• Develop diagnostic and hands-on skills in a supportive environment.
• Contribute to high-quality small animal care including urgent care as part of a premier practice.

Skills

Mentorship

Communication

Team player

Clinical reasoning

Education

DVM program

Job description

At Greenwich Animal Hospital, we are seeking compassionate professionals dedicated to excellence in veterinary medicine. Joining our team means committing to the highest standards of care, reflected in our status as an AAHA-Accredited practice. The community recognizes our commitment, evidenced by our excellent Google rating of 4.7 stars. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where every teammate feels valued and inspired to deliver outstanding patient care. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to do your best work alongside some of the industry’s most talented individuals. We believe that supporting you professionally is central to providing exceptional medicine. As part of a broader network, Greenwich Animal Hospital offers stability and resources designed to help you grow your career. We actively foster a culture of education and mentorship, ensuring all teammates have access to development programs. Whether your goal is to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership role, or master a new clinical skill, we provide the pathways and support you need to succeed and achieve your long-term career goals. Our focus is strictly on delivering high-quality small animal care, including essential urgent care services for our community. Being AAHA-Accredited ensures that our medical protocols, facility, and equipment are routinely held to the highest possible standards. Furthermore, our clinical teams benefit from access to internal specialty consultations and cutting-edge resources provided by our larger organization. This robust support structure empowers our veterinarians and technicians to pursue complex cases and continually expand the level of advanced medicine we provide to every patient. Located in the historic and prestigious town of Greenwich, Connecticut, you will find an ideal balance of professional challenge and sophisticated coastal living. Greenwich offers scenic beauty, renowned dining, and easy access to both New York City and the tranquility of the New England coastline. This community is affluent and deeply values high-quality service, meaning our hospital holds a respected position within the area. Joining us in Greenwich allows you to build a fulfilling life in a premier location while focusing on meaningful work.

DVM Mission Launch: Externship + New Graduate Opportunity

$1,000/Week Stipend | Open to the Class of 2027

We’re doing more than offering a great externship—we’re looking for the veterinarians who will join our team. This is an externship track designed for students who are ready to start thinking about where they’ll launch their careers.

Externs in this track receive an enhanced stipend of $1,000/week—double our standard rate—because this experience is tied to a hiring opportunity. This hospital has an open new-grad doctor position, and your externship here is a genuine first step toward a full-time role. You get paid, hands‑on experience, and we both get the chance to see if this is the right fit for your career.

This externship is designed to give you a real, working look at what it’s like to practice here—the team, the caseload, the community, and the day-to-day. Think of it as a two‑way conversation. You get to evaluate whether this is where you want to begin your career, and we get to know you as a future colleague. There’s no obligation, and there’s no pressure. But if it clicks, the path from extern to full‑time doctor here is a short one.

What To Expect

• Gain broad clinical experience: Receive mentorship & supervision from experienced veterinarians
• Observe & participate: Get involved in medical and surgical procedures, the diagnostic process, and (when possible) client communication
• Genuine mentorship: You won't get lost in the shuffle. Our team invests in the students who train here
• Enhance your diagnostic skills: Practice interpreting fecal samples, blood smears, radiographic images, urinalysis, and CBC/Chemistry panels
• Fine‑tune your technical skills: Put your classroom knowledge to the test and develop your hands‑on abilities in a supportive environment

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Active enrollment in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at an accredited university, graduating in 2027
• Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude.
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
• A compassionate, team‑player attitude and a respect for clients and their pets.
• Authorization to work in the United States.