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Philadelphia Animal Hospital - DVM/VMD Extern

CompanyVetEvolve
LocationPhiladelphia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Externs will receive mentorship from experienced veterinarians and have opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices. They will be involved in providing exceptional patient care and enhancing the health of animals through comprehensive care.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
104
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At VetEvolve, our goal is simple: to ensure every team member is “Happy Here” so they want to build a career with us and provide the best care possible to the pet families in the communities in which we serve. In our people-first culture, we are all about making things better for veterinary professionals. We focus on every team member as an individual to understand their unique career goals and provide them with the resources and support they need to be successful, now and in the future. Our mission is creative positive change in the veterinary profession to enhance the lives of pets and people. We live by our values to Serve, Evolve and Trust.
About the Role
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Who is VetEvolve?</strong></p> <p>VetEvolve is a people-first organization that provides industry know-how and reliable support to veterinary teams, enabling them to deliver exceptional patient care. We focus on creating a genuine, supportive, people-focused environment that prioritizes each individual to ensure they are achieving their career goals and are fulfilled personally, professionally, and financially. Our culture is driven by the core values Serve, Evolve, and Trust, and every day our mission is to make things better for veterinary professionals.&nbsp;Hear why our veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our <a href="https://vetevolve.com/resources/videos" target="_blank">videos page</a>!</p> <hr> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><h3>Veterinary Student Externship</h3> <p><strong>About the hospital: <a href="https://www.philadelphiaanimalhospital.com/" target="_blank">Philadelphia Animal Hospital</a> </strong>was founded in 1991 as a dream of Dr. Lawrence Rebbecchi Jr. to create a veterinary clinic in the city of Brotherly Love that could incorporate the best animal care, forward thinking solutions, and comprehensive care in the area.&nbsp;The Philadelphia Animal Hospital features 4 exam rooms, a therapeutic pool, and the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.phillypethotel.com/">Philadelphia Pet Hotel and Villas</a>&nbsp;kennel which features daycare and long-term boarding solutions.</p> <p>Dr. Rebbecchi’s interest in animals started in his youth, and he has passed his passion and expertise onto the next generation of his family. His daughter. Dr. Daria Rebbecchi, graduated from University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School, the same school from which Dr. Larry Rebbecchi graduated.&nbsp;Not only has Dr. Rebbecchi’s practice grown over time, but it continues every year.&nbsp;Both Dr. Rebbecchi’s and the entire&nbsp;<a href="https://www.philadelphiaanimalhospital.com/our-team">staff</a> at Philadelphia Animal Hospital strive to enhance the health of your furry family members through client education, compassionate and honest care, state-of-the-art medicine and diagnostic capabilities, and understanding your pet’s lifestyle and the human-animal bond.</p> <p><strong>What we offer externs:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel</li> <li>Mentorship from eager and experienced veterinarians</li> <li>Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why VetEvolve:</strong></p> <ul> <li>VetEvolve's <strong>Support from the Start</strong> program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.</li> <li>Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our <a href="https://vetevolve.com/resources/videos">videos page.</a></li> <li>We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.</li> <li>We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.</li> <li>“<em>They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.”</em>&nbsp;- VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.</li> <li>Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at anderson@vetevolve.com for more information.</strong></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Ready to Learn More?</strong></p> <p>We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.</p></div>
Key Skills
Veterinary CareClient EducationCompassionate CareDiagnostic CapabilitiesMentorshipTeam SupportAnimal HealthProfessional Growth
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StipendMentorshipOpportunities to Connect