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DVM Student Externship - Gateway Animal Hospital

CompanyAlliance Animal Health
LocationSt. Albans
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 26, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The extern will participate in real-world veterinary experiences at a multi-doctor practice. Responsibilities include supporting the clinical team in providing wellness, surgical, and diagnostic services to patients.
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

At Gateway Animal Hospital, we live to care, with an emphasis on top-tier services for both pets and people. We have two thriving sites in West Virginia!

  • General Practice/Small Animal clinic with some large animal
  • 3 DVM clinic with dedicated support staff
  • Rotating Saturdays and closed Sundays
  • New grad mentorship available!

Services Include: Wellness and Prevention, Advanced Diagnostics, Dental Care, Surgery, Laser Therapy, Boarding, Ultrasound, etc.!

To learn more about us click here!

Our two clinics are only miles apart in Charleston and Saint Albans, WV. Located along the Kanawha River, the locations provide beautiful, historic scenery and many opportunities for socializing and activities. With multiple state parks, this is a perfect area to explore the outdoors and take advantage of all four seasons. Whether you enjoy kayaking, hiking, the arts or festivals, this area has something to accommodate all!

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 careLarge animal careWellness and preventionAdvanced diagnosticsDental careSurgeryLaser therapyUltrasoundCommunicationTeamworkCompassion
    Categories
    HealthcareEducationScience & Research
    Benefits
    Paid externship hoursMentorshipFlexible scheduling