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DVM Student Externship - Ayers Animal Hospital

CompanyAlliance Animal Health
LocationHuntington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The extern will participate in daily clinical operations, including medical, surgical, and preventive health procedures. They will receive 1:1 mentorship and guidance from experienced veterinarians while gaining real-world experience.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
292
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

Welcome to Ayers Animal Hospital, where we treat your pet as our own. Dr. Mark Ayers and his associates are licensed veterinarians, treating small companion animals and pocket pets. 

Ayers Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital, and we are equipped to handle emergency cases as well as non-emergency medical, surgical, preventive health and dental cases. Dr. Mark Ayers, Dr. Candie Baker, Dr. Amber Lilly, Dr. Rebecca Metz and Dr. Julie Tackett are experienced in all types of medical, surgical, and preventive health conditions. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our hospital comfortable, kid-friendly and provide a very calm environment so pets can relax in our space. We are passionate about mentorship and looking for the next generation of students to teach! 

Check out our day to day here!

Job Description

We’re looking for:

  • 1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students
  • Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
  • Students looking to enhance their education through real world experiences
     

We offer our Veterinary Student Externs:

  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Paid Externship Hours
  • Future Employment Opportunity Preferences
  • DVM Mentor Network
  • 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance

Qualifications

  • Must be an Active 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 MedicineSmall Animal CareSurgical AssistancePreventive HealthDental CareEmergency CareCommunicationTeamworkMentorship
    Categories
    HealthcareEducationScience & Research
    Benefits
    Flexible SchedulingPaid Externship HoursFuture Employment OpportunityDVM Mentor Network1:1 Mentorship and Guidance