About the role#
As a Veterinary Student Ambassador, you will represent Vetco Total Care at your school. This role is a short-term contract designed to support student engagement through events and outreach. You will act as a bridge between your school and our Educational Outreach team.
What you'll do#
- Plan, coordinate, and advertise four live events for classmates each year, such as lunch and learns or wet labs.
- Connect student program advisors or professors with the Educational Outreach team and Area Medical Director.
- Encourage participation by communicating event details to classmates.
- Ensure events run smoothly by managing pre-planning and ordering necessary supplies.
- Provide feedback and ideas to the Educational Outreach coordinator regarding future programming.
- Represent Vetco Total Care at career fairs and alumni events.
- Share information about externships, mentorship, and job opportunities.
- Attend a monthly 30-minute check-in call with your Educational Outreach Coordinator via Zoom.
- Attend a monthly personal development call with a local Area Medical Director.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year Veterinary Student in good academic standing.
- A genuine interest in general practice.
- Strong organization and communication skills.
- The ability to work well with others.
- A desire to motivate peers to participate in learning and social events.
- You must not currently hold a conflicting student ambassador role.
Location & details#
- This is a remote position.
- The term is rolling with the possibility of annual renewal.
- This is a paid, part-time contract role.
About Petco
Petco is a retail company that sells pet supplies and provides animal health services. Founded in 1965, the business operates from headquarters in San Diego, California. It employs nearly 20,000 people across the United States. The company offers a wide range of products for dogs, cats, fish, and small animals.
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