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DVM Student Externship - Animal Hospital of Avon

CompanyAlliance Animal Health
LocationDanville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The extern will participate in real-world veterinary experiences, including assisting with individualized treatment plans and patient care. They will work alongside a skilled team to gain hands-on clinical exposure and mentorship.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
286
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community. When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.​ Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way. Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.
About the Role

Company Description

Your Future as a Veterinarian Starts Here!

Animal Hospital of Avon is home to a passionate and supportive team that values learning and trust. We have strong resources, including close connections to local specialists, mentorship, a modern facility, and advanced equipment. This allows us to provide exceptional, customized care for our patients while ensuring personalized experiences for our clients who truly appreciate our work.

Our skilled team is made up of five Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) with over 45 years of combined experience, along with four veterinary assistants who have recently completed or are currently enrolled in a veterinary technology program. We are committed to giving back and supporting the development of future veterinary professionals by offering externships and mentorship opportunities for students.

Our team practices the highest level of medicine by creating individualized treatment plans that use multi-modal anesthesia and analgesia, along with tailored patient monitoring and nursing care. We integrate Fear Free strategies and follow AAHA, AAFP, and AVMA guidelines.


Learn More About Our Hospital here! 

Job Description

We’re looking for:

  • 3rd or 4th Year Veterinary Students
  • Compassionate, Team Player, and Strong Communicator 
  • Veterinary students looking to enhance their education through real-world experiences

We offer our Veterinary Student Externs:

  • Paid Externship Hours
  • 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance 
  • Future Veterinary Opportunity Preferences
  • Future Ownership Opportunities through our Partner Track Program
  • DVM Mentor Network
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • This Externship is paid at $15 per hour

Qualifications

  • Must be a 3rd or 4th Year Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution. 

Additional Information

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

  • Compensation: up to USD 15 - hourly
    • Key Skills
    Veterinary medicinePatient careCommunicationTeamworkAnesthesiaAnalgesiaPatient monitoringNursing careFear free strategies
    Categories
    HealthcareEducation
    Benefits
    Paid externshipMentorshipGuidanceFuture veterinary opportunity