DVM Student Externship - DMV

Bond Vet; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Vet offers a DVM Student Externship for 3rd- and 4th-year AVMA-accredited students. This program provides hands-on patient work, surgery observation, and interaction with pet parents under experienced veterinarians in a fast-paced clinic environment.

You will participate in exams, procedures, and treatments, gaining real-world experience across primary and urgent care. Externships run two to three weeks with school-driven scheduling and regional hours; no overnight shifts.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of AVMA-accredited DVM program.
• Open mind, willingness to learn, and a collaborative spirit.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Provide proof of medical insurance, rabies vaccine/titer, tetanus vaccine, and a recent TB test prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Interact with pet parents and observe treatment plans.
• Assist with procedures and surgeries under supervision.
• Perform physical exams and help with lab tests.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Independence

Confidentiality

Physical ability 40 lbs

Education

AVMA-accredited DVM program

Job description

Bond Vet is on a mission to strengthen the human-animal bond through better pet care. We offer primary and urgent care, so we're there for pets when they need us most. Our clinics are designed with pets and people in mind: warm, friendly, and highly sniffable. We balance this design with a strong focus on technology, all built in-house, which means we can easily innovate our systems to improve the veterinary team, pet, and client experience.

In July 2026, Bond Vet and Small Door Veterinary merged to build a more connected, accessible, and compassionate veterinary care experience across routine, primary, and urgent care. The combined organization will span more than 55 clinics across major Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest markets, serving over half a million pets.

This role will play an important part in shaping the next chapter of our combined organization and advancing our shared mission to transform veterinary care.

Step out of the classroom and into real-world veterinary medicine! BondVet's DVM Student Externship Program gives 3rd- and 4th-year veterinary students the chance to gain hands‑on experience in a fast-paced, mentorship-driven clinic environment.

You'll work directly with patients, assist with procedures, observe surgeries, and engage with pet parents—all under the guidance of our experienced doctors and veterinary team. This is your opportunity to sharpen your skills, explore your clinical interests, and grow as a future veterinarian.

Appointments / Client Communication

• Interact with Pet Parents
• Observe the development of treatment plan, estimate creation and presentation
• Review medical records and take patient history
• Perform physical exams

Treatments

• Assist treatment team administering medications, SQ fluids, IV fluids,etc. (Under direct supervision of LVT or DVM)

Procedures/Surgeries

• Place urinary catheters in male dogs (under direct supervision of LVT and/or DVM)
• Draw blood on stable animals from Cephalic and Saphenous veins, under supervision by a nurse
• Help in use of ultrasound to identify anatomy
• Scrub in and assist in any procedure under full supervision of the Doctor performing said procedure

Laboratory Tests

• Observe sample preparation for reference laboratory testing
• Prepare and review ear cytology samples and blood smear samples

To participate in the Student DVM Externship Program, you must:

• Currently be enrolled in your 3rd or 4th year in an AVMA-accredited DVM Program
• Have an open mind, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative spirit
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Uphold confidentiality standards for sensitive information
• Possess effective communication skills
• Be capable of lifting objects up to 40 pounds and performing physical tasks like bending, crouching, squatting, and carrying equipment
• Provide proof of medical insurance, rabies vaccine/titer, tetanus vaccine, and a recent TB test prior to starting the program

Time Commitment

• Externships are a minimum of two weeks and can extend up to three weeks based on your school requirements
• Your schedule will be created based on your school requirements and provided to you before your first day in the clinic
• Weekend hours may be required based on your school requirements and supervising Doctors schedule
• You will never be asked to work a late or early shift as all of our clinics have standard operating hours based on the region and do not offer overnight boarding

At Bond Vet, we're proud to be vet founded and vet led. We are on a mission to enhance the human-animal bond through innovative urgent and primary care combined with seasoned expertise, friendliness, and compassion. Our clinics combine modern design, seamless technology, and a collaborative culture. We believe veterinary professionals deserve a career they love, not just a job. Our unique offerings include work-life flexibility, competitive pay and the chance to shape your own path. With industry-leading NPS scores, our approach resonates. Join us for a rewarding career where we work happy,feel empoweredand areobsessed with pets.bondvet.com