Veterinary Student Externship - ER and Specialty, Sugar Land, Texas (Houston)

Externships Our externship program is open to current veterinary students and typically spans 1–2 weeks, which can be completed in any year of your veterinary education. Eligibility: students within 12 months of graduating veterinary school (clinical year) will receive a stipend of $500 per week. Veterinary students in years 1–3 may also schedule externships if a willing hospital or clinic is available. We provide a limited number of hospitals that offer housing in lieu of weekly pay. Locations: we have over 75 locations across the United States offering opportunities in General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Specialty, Mixed Animal, or Equine careers. During the externship, students will observe clinical operations, assist veterinarians, and participate in case discussions to gain practical experience. This is a paid externship for fourth‑year students (or students within one year of graduation) and an opportunity to shape your own path as a veterinarian through our mentorship program. Mentorship Develop tools to contribute to a healthy workplace culture Build confidence in taking on challenging cases with enthusiasm Learn skills not taught in veterinary school to drive good medicine Learn skills to keep the "why" alive in your professional journey Coaching in veterinary financial literacy and management Learn from Lakefield mentors/doctors with advanced medicine, surgery, & dentistry skills Create new graduate groups for additional CE, leadership training, and general check‑ins Giving Back Lakefield Veterinary Group is committed to community involvement by fostering healthy relationships between pets and people. We contribute to local charities through our Unleash Joy program and partner with World Vets to send team members abroad to assist animals in need. Associate Veterinarian Opportunities After Externship Upon completion of an externship, graduates may apply for associate veterinarian positions at one of our many locations across the U.S. For current openings, visit our career page. To explore our externship offerings or discuss a potential opportunity, feel free to schedule a call with the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs