Intern, Veterinary Technician, Black Beauty Ranch - Winter 2026 (2 openings)

Humane Society of the United States; Texas; Hybrid; USD 15.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-site housing

Zusammenfassung

Humane World for Animals is offering two Veterinary Technician Internships at Black Beauty Ranch (BBR) in Murchison, TX. Interns will learn and perform animal husbandry and medical duties alongside the veterinary staff, gaining valuable veterinary-related experience.

The internship runs 12 weeks during Winter (Dec 7, 2026 - Feb 26, 2027), averaging about 40 hours per week with on-site housing. Qualified applicants are veterinary technician students or recent graduates, with strong interpersonal

Qualifikationen

• Current Veterinary Technician student or recent graduate of a Veterinary Technician program (either 2 or 4 year program).
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to maintain professionalism in attitude and appearance.
• Able to work closely with CABBR staff and to think strategically to meet program needs.
• Attentive to detail with a commitment to accuracy and following directions.
• Able to work well as part of a team and use good judgment.
• Strong personal work ethic and willingness to take initiative.
• Able to represent Humane World for Animals and CABBR policies appropriately when interacting with the public.

Aufgaben

• Assisting with procedures, anesthesia, and medical rechecks.
• Conducting species research.
• Performing laboratory and other diagnostic tests with supervision.
• Maintaining instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Completing general housekeeping tasks and following opening/closing checklists.
• Assisting with setting up for and cleaning up after procedures.
• Logging inventory and handling packages.
• Driving the department SUV to transport medical supplies as needed.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication

Driving record

Ausbildung

Vet Tech program

Jobbeschreibung

December 7, 2026 - February 26, 2027

$13.39 per hour working 40 hours per week. On-site housing provided!

Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, has two Veterinary Technician Internships available for Black Beauty Ranch (BBR) in Murchison, TX. Veterinary Technician Interns will primarily learn about and perform various animal husbandry and medical duties alongside the veterinary staff while gaining valuable veterinary related experience. Internship is most beneficial to those looking to complete school internship/externship requirements or for post graduate experience with an interest in equine, domestic hoofstock, primate and exotic animals. The internship is for 12 weeks during Winter (December 7, 2026 - February 26, 2027), working approximately 40 hours a week. If selected, interns must commit to the full 12-week session.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting with procedures, anesthesia, and medical rechecks;
• Conducting species research;
• Performing laboratory and other diagnostic tests with supervision.
• Making sure instruments, equipment and supplies are maintained, prepared for use and stocked;
• Completing general housekeeping tasks and follow opening and closing checklists;
• Assisting with setting up for and cleaning up after procedures;
• Picking up packages, unboxing, and assisting with logging inventory;
• Driving the veterinary department’s SUV to transport medical supplies and medications for the veterinary team either on or off property as needed.

Learning Opportunities:

• Exposure to species specific procedures, diseases and testing;
• Learn the medical care and husbandry challenges of the animals in our care;
• Knowledge of CABBR and how the program area fits into the larger picture of animal protection;
• Exposure to the operations of an animal care center;
• Strengthen networking and time management skills including how to prioritize assignments and multi-task with good attention to detail.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Current Veterinary Technician student or recent graduate of a Veterinary Technician program (either 2 or 4 year program);
• Stronginterpersonal skills and able to maintain professionalism in attitude and appearance on the telephone and in person with staff and members of the public;
• Able to work closely with the CABBR staff and to think strategically in order to meet the program’s needs;
• Attentive to detail with a commitment to accuracy and following directions;
• Able to work well as part of a team, and use good judgment;
• Possess a strong personal work ethic and willing to take initiative on a variety of projects;
• Able to understand the Humane World for Animals and CABBR’s policies, mission, and positions regarding animal protection issues and able and willing to appropriately and accurately represent those policies when interacting with the public or otherwise representing the Humane World for Animals;
• Volunteer experience or prior internship working with and/or handling equine, farmed animals, or wildlife is helpful;
• Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States;
• Must provide proof of negative tuberculosis (TB) test; Tetanus & pre-exposure rabies vaccinations recommended but not required;
• Must have a driver’s license and an excellent driving record;
• Must wear closed-toed, rubber-soled shoes;
• Must submit the required paperwork and pass a background check before being assigned;
• Should have a phone for easy communication.

This position is located in Murchison, TX. On-site housing provided.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE