The DVMs I worked alongside were excellent teachers and worked with me a lot to improve my knowledge and skills. It was a great experience that gave me insight into what I can offer my clients as a future vet.
Katrina Cheney
University of Sydney
We simplify the search
As a student of veterinary medicine, you deserve to get the best hands-on experience during your summer job, rotation/externship or EMS placement. Our approach is simple – it starts with a one-on-one chat to learn more about you and your goals.
Why Join Us?
As Canada’s leading veterinary community, we will help you:
- Expand your network
- Understand the demands and rigour of the profession
- Find a placement in a city of your choice
- Cultivate relationships for future career opportunities
Rotation/Externship/EMS
What to expect:
- Hands-on experience partnered with a mentoring doctor
- Support in improving technical skills
- Gain practical experience
- Expand your network
- Understand and experience the profession first-hand
- Have a clear look into future career opportunities
Eligibility:
- Students enrolled in an AVMA accredited DVM program
- Available for the pre-determined duration of placement time
- Accommodation and personal expenses are the responsibility of the student
Selection is based on availability at your preferred hospital/clinic.
Summer Job
What to expect:
- Paid position under the supervision of the clinic manager and your mentoring doctor
- Assisting the clinic through a variety of roles, dependent on qualifications and personalized goals
- Practicing and strengthening communication skills with clients
- Providing proper veterinary care
- Training on clinic software
- Learning surgical preparation and monitoring
- Professional growth
Eligibility:
- Students enrolled in an accredited DVM program
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
- Available for minimum 10 weeks and can work within a flexible schedule of 20-40 hours each week, including evenings and weekends
Thank you for your interest! We’re in the process of finalizing which clinics will have positions available for summer 2025. Details and application instructions will be shared here in early 2025.
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