Veterinarian - General Practice (Surgery)

CityVet Veterinarian Externship: Houston, TX
CityVet is now accepting applications for its Veterinarian Externship Program , offering third- and fourth-year DVM students the opportunity to gain hands‑on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment.

This program is designed for students seeking meaningful mentorship, real‑world clinical exposure, and insight into practice models centered on autonomy, collaboration, and long‑term career growth.

CityVet externships provide a structured yet flexible clinical experience in small animal general practice settings, with many locations also offering urgent care exposure.

Eligibility: 3rd and 4th‑year DVM students at AVMA‑accredited veterinary schools

Duration: Two‑week externship blocks, with flexibility to accommodate university rotation requirements

Stipend: Competitive stipend, paid via direct deposit on the first Friday of the rotation

Housing: Housing is not provided; International students: Externs work alongside experienced veterinary teams and receive hands‑on exposure that may include:

Small animal general practice medicine and surgery

Exposure to clinic operations and team leadership

Mentorship from practicing veterinarians

Externships are customizable whenever possible, allowing students to align their experience with individual clinical interests and career goals.

CityVet is a veterinarian‑founded, led, and owned organization focused on supporting veterinarians through clinical autonomy, personalized mentorship, and collaborative practice environments. Each clinic is locally led by a veterinarian and supported by a centralized home office team, allowing doctors to focus on patient care while maintaining independence in how they practice medicine.

This externship is well‑suited for students who:

Are exploring potential post‑graduate employment or a long‑term career fit

Want exposure to a veterinarian‑led practice model

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