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DVM Student Externship - Plantation Park Animal Hospital

CompanyAlliance Animal Health
LocationClayton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 24, 2026
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

We are a very busy, small animal practice. Our core values are "GRIT" Grace, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. We have a great team fostering an excellent work environment. 

We are located in Clayton, NC, about 20 minutes east of Raleigh. We are a full service hospital with innovative and progressive treatment options, including digital X-ray, low level therapy laser, full in-house CBC, and chemistry, chemotherapy, chiropractic, surgical suite and specialize in canine reproduction. We are open M-F, 8a-6p, with 2 late nights a week (Monday and Thursday until 8pm, to help our clients with after work urgent vet appointments).

We encourage a great balance of work and family by not being open on the weekends. We have great support staff (RVT's), 30 minute appointments, dedicated lunches, and minimal drama.

To learn more about us click 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 medicineCanine reproductionSurgical assistanceRadiologyLaboratory diagnosticsChemotherapyChiropractic careCommunicationTeamworkClinical practice
    Categories
    HealthcareScience & ResearchEducation
    Benefits
    Flexible schedulingPaid externship hoursFuture employment opportunity1:1 mentorship and guidance
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The extern will participate in daily clinical operations, including surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, and client appointments. They will work under the guidance of a DVM mentor to gain real-world experience in a full-service animal hospital.
    📋Job Type
    intern
    📊Experience Level
    0-2
    💼Company Size
    294
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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