Paid Veterinary Student Externship - San Antonio, TX

NJVMA; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Housing recommendations

Job summary

CityVet is offering a Veterinarian Externship Program for 3rd- and 4th-year DVM students. It provides hands-on clinical experience in small animal general practice with potential urgent care exposure.

Externs work alongside experienced veterinarians and are supported by a mentorship-focused environment across CityVet clinics. The program emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, with customizable experiences aligned to students' interests and goals.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a 3rd or 4th year student in an AVMA-accredited DVM program.
• Externship blocks are two weeks, with flexibility for rotation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on exposure in small animal medicine and surgery.
• Develop client communication and case management skills.
• Collaborate with technicians and support staff during cases.
• Gain insight into clinic operations and team leadership.
• Receive mentorship from practicing veterinarians.

Skills

Clinical exposure

Mentorship

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM student (3rd/4th year)

Job description

CityVet is now accepting applications for its Veterinarian Externship Program, offering third- and fourth-year DVM students the opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment.

This program is designed for students seeking meaningful mentorship, real-world clinical exposure, and insight into practice models centered on autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

Program Overview
CityVet externships provide a structured yet flexible clinical experience in small animal general practice settings, with many locations also offering urgent care exposure.

• Eligibility: 3rd and 4th-year DVM students at AVMA-accredited veterinary schools
• Duration: Two-week externship blocks, with flexibility to accommodate university rotation requirements
• Stipend: Competitive stipend, paid via direct deposit on the first Friday of the rotation
• Locations: CityVet clinics available across multiple states
• Housing: Housing is not provided; however, CityVet can share accommodation recommendations from prior externs
• International students: Eligible if enrolled at an AVMA-accredited university and authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Externs work alongside experienced veterinary teams and receive hands-on exposure that may include:

• Small animal general practice medicine and surgery
• Client communication and case management
• Collaboration with technicians and support staff
• Exposure to clinic operations and team leadership
• Mentorship from practicing veterinarians
• Externships are customizable whenever possible, allowing students to align their experience with individual clinical interests and career goals.

About CityVet
CityVet is a veterinarian-founded, led, and owned organization focused on supporting veterinarians through clinical autonomy, personalized mentorship, and collaborative practice environments. Each clinic is locally led by a veterinarian and supported by a centralized home office team, allowing doctors to focus on patient care while maintaining independence in how they practice medicine.

Who Should Apply
This externship is well-suited for students who:

• Are seeking hands-on clinical experience in a supportive practice setting
• Value mentorship and professional development
• Are exploring potential post-graduate employment or a long-term career fit
• Want exposure to a veterinarian-led practice model

How to Apply

Interested students are encouraged to apply for the CityVet Externship Program and explore clinical opportunities across the CityVet network.

Questions about the program can be directed to the CityVet Campus Recruitment team at [e-mail]

Requirements:

• Enrolled as a 3rd or 4th year student in an accredited DVM program.
• Authorized to work in the United States.Carry professional liability insurance.
• AVMA PLIT liability insurance is free for all student members of the AVMA. You may apply for this coverage on their website. Please check to make sure your coverage is current and submit a certificate of coverage with your application.