Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Job Description

Role: Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Location: PetOne Veterinary, An NVA Training Center - Addison, IL

Externship Dates: June 15 - 26, 2026

Stipend Amount: $1,500


Eligibility: Class of 2027 veterinary students currently enrolled at an AVMA-Accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Students must have PLIT insurance (free with SAVMA membership) and medical insurance to participate in this externship.

Job Description: This unique externship experience focuses on clinical training. Students will work with local rescue patients gaining skills in wellness, surgery, dentistry, and sick visits. The externship will take place at our new PetOne Veterinary training facility and include rotations through local NVA GP clinics in the greater Chicago area.

PetOne Veterinary, an NVA Training Center, is built to empower the entire NVA veterinary team with world-class training to enhance skills, inspire excellence, and enable growth as ONE community with ONE purpose: to give every pet their best life.

Students will work closely with supervising veterinarians and our Mentor Doctor Team to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, developing treatment plans including diagnostics, providing dentistry services, and observing, assisting, or performing surgical procedures, as well as patient care management.

In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients. This experience will culminate in a job fair, where students can engage with NVA leaders across our network of clinics.

This externship will be offered to a limited number of students who will go through the program together in a group setting.


About NVA: At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000+ hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.