Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Spring (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/Living stipend

Hands-on learning

Mentorship

Job summary

Champion Wood Animal Hospital in Spring, TX is offering a Veterinary Externship designed for 3rd- and 4th-year students seeking hands-on learning in a busy, high-volume small animal practice. Externs work closely with our Medical Director and receive mentoring in exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, and dentistry.

Location Spring, TX; duration 2–4 weeks; stipend up to $1,000 for travel and living expenses; participate in surgeries as appropriate; emphasis on client communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Open to 3rd- and 4th-year veterinary students.
• Externship spans 2–4 weeks depending on availability.
• Stipend up to $1,000 for travel/living expenses.

Responsibilities

• Participate in physical exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning.
• Assist with or perform surgical procedures (as appropriate to skill level).
• Gain hands-on experience in dentistry and preventive care.
• Exposure to a wide range of medical cases.
• Practice client communication and team collaboration.
• Learn about the operations of a successful small practice.

Skills

Hands-on learning

Mentorship

Team communication

Education

3rd- and 4th-year veterinary students

Job description

Hospital Name: Champion Wood Animal Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Externship — Champion Wood Animal Hospital (Spring, TX)

• Up to $1,000 Travel/Living Stipend Available
• High-Volume, Hands-On Learning in a Supportive 3-DVM Practice
• Led by an A&M Alumna Passionate About Mentorship

About the Clinic: Champion Wood Animal Hospital has proudly served the Spring, TX community since 1994. We're a busy, small animal hospital with a long-tenured, welcoming support team and a strong commitment to high-quality, compassionate care. We treat every pet like family and strive to help them live long, healthy lives.

Externs will work closely with our Medical Director,known for her passion for mentorship and clinical development. This is a fantastic opportunity for students seeking close, personalized guidance in a fast-paced, high-touch general practice setting.

Externship Highlights:

Participate in physical exams, diagnostics, and treatment planning

Assist with or perform surgical procedures (as appropriate to skill level)

Gain hands-on experience in dentistry and preventive care

Exposure to a wide range of medical cases

Practice client communication and team collaboration

Learn about the operations of a successful small practice

This externship offers an in-depth look at the daily life of a small animal veterinarian in a real-world, high-volume clinic, where every student is actively involved in patient care.

Program Details:

• Location: Spring, TX
• Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks (flexible depending on availability)
• Open to: 3rd- and 4th-year veterinary students
• Stipend: Up to $1,000 for clinical-year students (travel/living expenses)
• Practice Type: Small animal general practice

Why Champion Wood?

Supportive, experienced team that loves teaching

One-on-one mentorship with a DVM who invests in your growth

Strong client relationships and consistent caseload

Great opportunity to build confidence in a smaller, high-volume practice