Veterinary Extern - General Practice - $2,500 Stipend

Animal Clinic of La Porte; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary clinic in Galveston offers externship opportunities for veterinary students. Gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment focused on diverse animal care, including exotics, while enjoying the coastal lifestyle. Flexible durations ranging from 2 to 8 weeks are available.

Benefits

Travel stipend for living expenses

Hands-on experience with veterinarians

Mentorship-driven team environment

Access to local attractions during time off

Qualifications

• Veterinary students in clinical education are eligible.
• All class years of veterinary students encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced veterinarians in diagnostics, surgery, and treatment planning.
• Treat small animals and exotics.

Job description

Job Description Galveston Veterinary Clinic offers up to a $2500 travel stipend for 2025 clinical year externships.
Are you a veterinary student eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment? Galveston Veterinary Clinic , located just blocks from the beach, offers externship opportunities to help you enhance your clinical skills including exotics while enjoying the coastal lifestyle.
An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them. About Us:

For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted part of the Galveston community, providing exceptional care for both small pets and exotic species. Our team is passionate about high-quality medicine, surgeries, dentistry, and diagnostics.

Externship Highlights:

• Hands-on Experience: Work alongside experienced veterinarians in diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and treatment planning.
• Diverse Animal Care: Treat small animals and exotics
• Collaborative Environment: Learn in a supportive, mentorship-driven team.
• Flexible Duration: Externships range from 2 to 8 weeks.
• Coastal Living: Explore the beach and local attractions during your time off!

All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships. Join us for a fulfilling externship and develop your veterinary skills while experiencing the unique lifestyle of Galveston Island!

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. ClickHEREto view list of stipend amounts andHEREfor details on the stipend program.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. 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.

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