DVM Student Externship - Animal Care Associates

Alliance Animal HealthAlliance Animal HealthCharleston, West Virginia, United States
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Posted

8/26/2026

Employment

Intern

Range

$15 - $15/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

Veterinary student externs will participate in real-world clinical experiences at a full-service animal hospital. They will assist in providing veterinary care for a variety of animals including cats, dogs, birds, and exotic pets.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be 1st through 4th year veterinary students currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited institution. Applicants should be compassionate team players with strong communication skills.

Key skills

Veterinary careSurgeryDentistryDigital radiographyUltrasoundLaser therapyWellness examsCommunicationTeamworkCompassion

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Education requirements

postgraduate degree

About Alliance Animal Health

Industry

Veterinary Services

Employees

292

Type

Privately Held

Size

51-200 employees

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.

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Description

Company Description Animal Care Associates is a full-service animal hospital and boarding facility that has been treating pets in the Charleston, WV area since 1984. We set a standard for excellent veterinary care that is unsurpassed. In fact, we are the only veterinarians in the Charleston area accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association. We offer a variety of services including wellness exams, surgery, in-house diagnostics, dentistry, digital radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and much more. At our practice, we treat more than just cats and dogs. We are a leading veterinary care provider in the area for birds we well as exotic and pocket pets. We see uncommon companion animals like birds, lizards, snakes, sugar gliders, and hedgehogs as well as more common pocket pets like rabbits, hamsters, and ferrets. In West Virginia you have the opportunity to enjoy numerous activities. Our state offers: hiking, scenic bike trails, white water rafting, skiing, and beautiful state and national parks for exploring. If you are into fine arts, there are symphony and ballets for your viewing pleasure. Come check out our practice at: https://www.acawv.com/. Check out our day to day here! 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 a DVM 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

Requirements

  • Veterinary care
  • Surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Digital radiography
  • Ultrasound
  • Laser therapy
  • Wellness exams
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion

Benefits

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Paid externship hours
  • Future employment opportunity
  • DVM mentor network
  • 1:1 mentorship and guidance

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