Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Kodiak Veterinary Clinic Externship

Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

An externship experience at NVA Kodiak Veterinary Clinic, will give you real-life clinical experience, emergency medicine and the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills while working alongside experienced clinicians. You will work closely with the supervising DVMs to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing your clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.

On top of learning valuable skills for your future career, you will have plenty of time to explore and learn about the wonderful island of Kodiak, Alaska! Why not take this wonderful opportunity to advance your professional and personal life at the same time.

Most externship experiences at Kodiak Veterinary Clinic range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. We have a limited number of externship slots available. Students with an interest in practicing in Alaska post-graduation will be given top priority consideration for rotations.

It is a requirement of the state of Alaska that veterinary students are in the final year of their education to obtain an externship in Alaska. The student must hold a veterinary student permit before beginning an externship in the state per 12 AAC 68.500 and 08.98.188. Instructions on how to obtain the permit can be found HERE.

DVM students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.