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NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Centennial, CO · On-site

$1.0K/wk

An externship experience at Aurora Animal Hospital will give students the unique opportunity to ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Centennial, CO · On-site

$1.0K/wk

An externship experience at Aurora Animal Hospital will give students the unique opportunity to ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Thornton, CO · On-site

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Golden, CO · On-site

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Arvada, CO · On-site

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Thornton, CO · On-site

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

NVA

Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Thornton, CO · On-site

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand ... For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and ...

Amazing Care, Inc.

Home Health Pediatric SLP

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

... externship * Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) License in the state of Colorado * Possesses and ... Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off to support work‑life balance, rest, and personal needs

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for paid externship in Colorado is $25.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.25 and $28.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CityVet Veterinarian Externship: Denver, CO

CityVet, Inc.

Thornton, CO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

CityVet rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 56 rated veterinary

Job description

CityVet Externship Program

CityVet is now accepting applications for its Veterinarian Externship Program, offering third- and fourth-year DVM students the opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience in a veterinarian-led practice environment.

This program is designed for students seeking meaningful mentorship, real-world clinical exposure, and insight into practice models centered on autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth.

Program Overview

CityVet externships provide a structured yet flexible clinical experience in small animal general practice settings, with many locations also offering urgent care exposure.

  • Eligibility: 3rd and 4th-year DVM students at AVMA-accredited veterinary schools
  • Duration: Two-week externship blocks, with flexibility to accommodate university rotation requirements
  • Stipend: Competitive stipend, paid via direct deposit on the first Friday of the rotation
  • Locations: CityVet clinics available across multiple states
  • Housing: Housing is not provided; however, CityVet can share accommodation recommendations from prior externs
  • International students: Eligible if enrolled at an AVMA-accredited university and authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
What to Expect

Externs work alongside experienced veterinary teams and receive hands-on exposure that may include:

  • Small animal general practice medicine and surgery
  • Client communication and case management
  • Collaboration with technicians and support staff
  • Exposure to clinic operations and team leadership
  • Mentorship from practicing veterinarians

Externships are customizable whenever possible, allowing students to align their experience with individual clinical interests and career goals.

About CityVet

CityVet is a veterinarian-founded, led, and owned organization focused on supporting veterinarians through clinical autonomy, personalized mentorship, and collaborative practice environments. Each clinic is locally led by a veterinarian and supported by a centralized home office team, allowing doctors to focus on patient care while maintaining independence in how they practice medicine.

Who Should Apply

This externship is well-suited for students who:

  • Are seeking hands-on clinical experience in a supportive practice setting
  • Value mentorship and professional development
  • Are exploring potential post-graduate employment or a long-term career fit
  • Want exposure to a veterinarian-led practice model
How to Apply

Interested students are encouraged to apply for the CityVet Externship Program and explore clinical opportunities across the CityVet network. Please enter your information below. 

Questions about the program can be directed to the CityVet Campus Recruitment team. campusrecruitment@cityvet.com

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