Veterinary Technician Student Externship

About the role#

The Veterinary Technician Student Externship at VEG ER for Pets provides an immersive, hands-on experience in emergency veterinary medicine. This program is designed for students to work alongside credentialed emergency veterinary technicians to gain real-world exposure to emergency care, build a professional foundation, and determine if a career in emergency medicine is the right path for them.

What you'll do#

• Learn from emergency veterinary professionals through real-time mentoring and on-the-floor training.
• Shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care.
• Practice specific clinical skills required by your school’s proficiency checklist under guidance.
• Experience the teamwork and pace of an emergency veterinary environment.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology or nursing program.
• Enrollment in a course that requires externship hours or skills.
• Proof of current rabies vaccination or titer.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.

Location & details#

• Location: Manhattan Beach, California.
• Modality: On-site.
• Term: Rolling.
• Status: Full-time.
• Compensation: This is an unpaid externship.