Hands-On Vet Student Externship: Casework & Mentorship

United Veterinary Care; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 8,900 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Externship stipend

Job summary

United Veterinary Care hosts externships for veterinary students across a network of over 100 hospital locations. The program is designed for AVMA-accredited schools, typically 3rd or 4th year, with hands-on patient care in GP, ER, and specialty settings under supervision.

Stipends are available to offset travel and lodging costs, and students share goals at the start of rotations to tailor the experience. Veterinary students gain diverse mentorship and practical case exposure.

Qualifications

• Must be a current veterinary student at an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Priority scheduling for clinical-year externship blocks for school credit.
• Must provide proof of professional liability insurance (SAVMA members qualify for no-cost insurance).

Responsibilities

• Participate in case discussions and collaborative problem-solving.
• Hands-on patient care in GP, ER, and specialty settings under supervision.
• Be involved in surgical cases, dental procedures, emergencies, sick patient workups, and routine medical appointments.

Education

Currently enrolled veterinary student at AVMA-accredited school

Job description

United Veterinary Care hosts externships for veterinary students across a network of over 100 hospital locations. The program is designed for AVMA-accredited schools, typically 3rd or 4th year, with hands-on patient care in GP, ER, and specialty settings under supervision.

Stipends are available to offset travel and lodging costs, and students share goals at the start of rotations to tailor the experience. Veterinary students gain diverse mentorship and practical case exposure.