Veterinary Student Externship

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 5,600 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipends for travel and lodging costs

Hands-on clinical experience

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Ridgefield, Connecticut invites veterinary students for hands-on externships. You'll gain practical experience working alongside experienced veterinarians in diverse situations across various animal species.

This externship requires current enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school and offers students a chance to integrate theoretical knowledge with clinical practice. Students will engage in surgical and medical procedures under supervision, advancing their skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current veterinary student at an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Proof of professional liability insurance required.
• Must provide proof of professional liability insurance. SAVMA members qualify for no cost insurance by applying at the following link: SAVMA Member Benefit and Resources | AVMA PLIT

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in cases under supervision.
• Involved in surgical cases, dental procedures, and medical appointments.
• Have cases discussed with supervising veterinarians to verify exam findings and plans before moving forward as a team

Job description

Overview:

United Veterinary Care is delighted to host veterinary students for externships across our network of over 100 hospital locations in more than 20 states. This clinical experience allows you to apply your classroom knowledge in a real-world hospital setting of your choice.

Our hands‑on externships are designed for clinical‑year students at AVMA‑accredited schools, typically in their 3rd or 4th year. You will share your goals at the start of your rotation and be quickly integrated into the team through participating in case discussions, collaborative problem‑solving, and hands‑on patient care in GP, ER, and specialty settings.

With opportunities across a wide variety of partner hospitals, you will gain diverse experience, mentorship, and confidence in your clinical skills. Students often describe their externships as transformative and highly supportive.

To help make these opportunities accessible, stipends are available to offset travel and lodging costs (unless prohibited by your veterinary school).

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a current veterinary student at an AVMA‑accredited veterinary school
• Priority scheduling is given to students in their clinical years on official externship blocks for school credit
• Must provide proof of professional liability insurance. SAVMA members qualify for no cost insurance by applying at the following link: SAVMA Member Benefit and Resources | AVMA PLIT

Hospital information:

Quarry Ridge welcomes 3rd and 4th year veterinary medical students.

Quarry Ridge Animal Hospital is located in beautiful Ridgefield, Connecticut. We are pleased to offer comprehensive medical and surgical care for a wide variety of species! Among our doctors’ various interests, they have a special focus on acupuncture, exotics, surgery, and ultrasonography. Our commitment to medical excellence is high and we strive to provide friendly, compassionate service to our clients. If you are looking for an externship site that will further your skills, training, and confidence in a wide array of advanced veterinary medicine within a general practice setting, Quarry Ridge Animal Hospital would make an ideal option!

Species treated:

Dogs; Cats; Exotics (avians, reptiles, small mammals)

Services offered:

Ultrasound; Acupuncture; Soft tissue surgery; Dentistry; Wellness/Preventative care; Medical appointments

What to expect from your externship:

During your externship, you can expect to actively participate in cases and further your development towards becoming a veterinarian. Throughout your time with us, you will always be supervised by an experienced veterinarian and skilled support staff. Expect to be included in surgical cases, dental procedures, emergencies, sick patient workups, and routine medical appointments. You will discuss these cases with your supervising veterinarian and have them confirm your exam findings to verify whether you are on the right track with your plans before moving forward with the case as a team. We truly enjoy hosting externs and having new graduates join our teams since with new team members comes new shared knowledge!