DVM Student Externship

Alliance Animal Health

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Kearney, NE, us on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

West Villa Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, and fast-paced 2.5-doctor small animal practice proudly serving Kearney, Nebraska, since 1979. Our team is committed to providing exceptional veterinary care with a focus on wellness, compassion, and innovation. We are a Fear Free Certified hospital dedicated to reducing stress for our patients and enhancing the bond between people and pets.

Our Services:

  • Comprehensive Wellness & Emergency Care
  • Soft Tissue and Orthopedic Surgery
  • Urgent Care Services
  • In-House Laboratory Diagnostics
  • Digital Full-Body Radiology
  • Ultrasonography

Why Kearney?

Nestled in the heart of Nebraska, Kearney is a vibrant, family-friendly community offering:

  • Excellent public schools
  • Affordable cost of living
  • Thriving arts and cultural scene, including the Crane River Theater and Sandhill Crane migration
  • Abundant outdoor activities: hiking, biking, kayaking, and more!
  • University town energy with small-town charm

Click here to learn more about us!

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

About this role

Summary

Assist in veterinary care, diagnostics, and surgery while gaining real-world experience.

Job title

DVM Student Externship

Experience level

1st through 4th year veterinary students

Industry

veterinary services

Location requirements

Kearney, NE, with no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active veterinary studentcompassionateteam playerstrong communicator

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

small animalsurgerydiagnosticsultrasonography
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Kearney, NE, USA

On-site City