Paid Wildlife Veterinary Internship — Mentorship & Clinical Care

Jacksonville Zoo; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship by ACZM veterinarians

Learning rounds and clinical training

Research opportunities and manuscript/

Job summary

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites applications for a Veterinary Intern position in Jacksonville, FL. The internship provides hands-on clinical experience with exotic and wildlife species under ACZM-certified mentorship, including rounds, diagnostics, anesthesia, and preventive medicine.

The 12-month, full-time program offers a paid internship at an annual rate of $48,500, with opportunities for research and professional development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in zoological and conservation medicine.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration in clinical, research, or multidisciplinary settings.
• Effective communication and observational skills.
• Ability to follow established protocols and safety procedures.
• Commitment to ethical animal care and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Direct involvement in clinical care of exotic, domestic, and wildlife species.
• Work under supervision of ACZM-boarded veterinarians and veterinary staff.
• Participate in rounds, preventive medicine, anesthesia, diagnostics, emergency and rehabilitation.
• Engage in research projects with mentorship and manuscript development guidance.
• Complete a research or case-based project suitable for presentation or publication.

Skills

Interest in zoological medicine

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical observation

Safety procedures

Ethical animal care

Education

DVM or equivalent AVMA-accredited

Florida veterinary license eligibility

Job description

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites applications for a Veterinary Intern position in Jacksonville, FL. The internship provides hands-on clinical experience with exotic and wildlife species under ACZM-certified mentorship, including rounds, diagnostics, anesthesia, and preventive medicine.

The 12-month, full-time program offers a paid internship at an annual rate of $48,500, with opportunities for research and professional development within a supportive team environment.