Vet Externship: Mentored, Hands-On Small Animal Clinic

CityVet; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Housing recommendations provided

Job summary

CityVet offers a Veterinarian Externship Program for 3rd- and 4th-year DVM students to gain hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment across multiple states. Externs will be mentored by practicing veterinarians and work closely with clinical teams to gain exposure to small animal medicine, surgery, and client communication.

The program emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, with customizable externship blocks to align with university

Qualifications

• Eligible students are 3rd or 4th-year DVM at AVMA-accredited schools.
• Externship blocks are two weeks long with rotation flexibility.
• Housing is not provided; accommodation recommendations may be shared.
• International students eligible if enrolled and authorized to work; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside veterinary teams with hands-on exposure in small animal medicine and surgery.
• Collaborate with technicians and support staff.
• Learn clinic operations and practice leadership under mentorship.

Skills

Clinical exposure

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Hands‑on practice

Education

3rd- and 4th-year DVM students at AVMA-accredited veterinary schools

Job description

CityVet offers a Veterinarian Externship Program for 3rd- and 4th-year DVM students to gain hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment across multiple states. Externs will be mentored by practicing veterinarians and work closely with clinical teams to gain exposure to small animal medicine, surgery, and client communication.

The program emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, with customizable externship blocks to align with university