Veterinary Extern - General Practice

South Park Animal Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 900 - 1,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipend

Mentorship from DVMs

Hands-on small animal care

Job summary

South Park Animal Hospital in Austin, TX, offers a veterinary student externship designed for 3rd and 4th‑year veterinary students seeking hands‑on experience in a supportive clinical setting.

You’ll work with experienced Associate Veterinarians, gaining mentorship and exposure to full‑spectrum small animal care, including exams, diagnostics, dentistry, and surgical observations. Travel stipends are available to eligible students participating in the clinical portion.

Qualifications

• Eligibility: 3rd and 4th‑year veterinary students.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and gather patient histories.
• Create treatment plans and work through diagnostics.
• Assist with dentistry services and surgical procedures.
• Observe medical case management and hospital workflow.
• Practice communication with clients and veterinary team members.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

DVM student (3rd/4th year)

Job description

Veterinary Student Externship – South Park Animal Hospital

Austin, TX | Up to $1,500 Travel Stipend | Collaborative, Hands-On Learning Environment

Are you a veterinary student eager to gain real-world experience in a supportive, high-quality clinical setting? South Park Animal Hospital in vibrant Austin, TX, offers an enriching externship opportunity designed specifically for 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students ready to apply their knowledge in practice.

As part of the NVA family, South Park Animal Hospital provides a welcoming environment focused on mentorship, teamwork, and delivering outstanding patient care. Here, you’ll work alongside experienced Associate Veterinarians who are passionate about teaching and fostering the next generation of veterinary professionals.

Externship Experience Includes:

• Performing physical exams and gathering patient histories
• Creating treatment plans and working through diagnostics
• Assisting with dentistry services and surgical procedures
• Observing medical case management and hospital workflow
• Practicing communication with clients and veterinary team members

Why Choose South Park Animal Hospital?

• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Hands‑on mentorship from knowledgeable DVMs
• Opportunities to experience full-spectrum small animal care

Program Details:

• Length: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks, flexible based on student and hospital availability
• Eligibility: 3rd and 4th-year veterinary students
• Travel Stipend: $1,500 available for students in the clinical portion of their education

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting‑related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

Benefits:

• NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.
• For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.