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DVM Student Externship - Westport Animal Clinic

CompanyAlliance Animal Health
LocationTopeka
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 26, 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

Westport Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced multi-doctor small animal practice located in Topeka, Kansas. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, High Speed Dentistry, Cold Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital full body radiology, Medical/Vacation Boarding and Pet Bathing.

Westport Animal Hospital is located in Topeka, Kansas. Topeka is the capital of the state and there are many museums, parks, gardens and a performing arts center and zoo to enjoy. The proximity to Kansas City allows for a easy commute to the international airport. Topeka public schools are well regarded, making it an ideal area to raise a family! Popular activities in the area include enjoying Lake Shawnee. There is hiking, fishing, waterskiing, boating, canoeing, and kayaking.  Topeka, Kansas is a wonderful place to enjoy a healthy and active work-life balance.

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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 PracticeSurgeryDentistryCold Laser TherapyDiagnosticsRadiologyCommunicationTeamworkCompassion
    Categories
    HealthcareEducation
    Benefits
    Flexible SchedulingPaid Externship HoursFuture Employment Opportunity1:1 Mentorship
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The extern will participate in a multi-doctor small animal practice to enhance their education through real-world clinical experiences. Responsibilities include assisting with preventative care, surgery, dentistry, and in-house diagnostics under the guidance of a mentor.
    📋Job Type
    intern
    📊Experience Level
    0-2
    💼Company Size
    292
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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