DVM Student Externship

Alliance Animal Health

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San Marcos, CA, us on site Until 8/23/2026 1+ years exp First posted June 24, 2026 Last posted June 24, 2026
Job description

At East & West Animal Hospital, we combine the best of Eastern and Western veterinary medicine to provide compassionate, whole-pet care in a collaborative and supportive environment. From urgent care to holistic therapies, our team focuses on treating the root cause of illness while also supporting each patient’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Our team is passionate about building meaningful relationships with clients and empowering pet owners through education and collaboration. We’re looking for a DVM student who is eager to grow, loves client education, and is passionate about delivering high-quality, personalized care. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a team that values empathy, teamwork, and innovative medicine, we’d love to meet you!

Our hours of operation are:

  • Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Closed on Sundays

To learn more about us, click here!

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
  • Must be an Active Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution. 

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 (from employer):
Up to 15 USD

About this role

Summary

Assist in patient care, learn from mentors, and gain real-world veterinary experience.

Job title

DVM Student Externship

Experience level

1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

veterinary

Location requirements

onsite in San Marcos, CA, no remote work allowed

Salary

Up to 15 USD

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active veterinary studentcommunicationcompassionteam player

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

client educationholistic therapiesurgent carecollaborative environment
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Marcos, CA, USA

On-site City