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How much do veterinary student extern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterinary student extern in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Veterinary Student Extern vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectVeterinary Student ExternVeterinary Technician
Required CredentialsEnrolled in veterinary school, no certification requiredLicensed or certified veterinary technician
Work EnvironmentShadowing, assisting, learning in clinics or hospitalsPerforming technical tasks, assisting veterinarians in clinical settings
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary schools, clinics, hospitals for trainingVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal shelters
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Veterinary Student Externs are veterinary students gaining hands-on experience under supervision, while Veterinary Technicians are licensed professionals performing technical tasks independently. Externs focus on learning, whereas technicians provide ongoing clinical support.

More about Veterinary Student Extern jobs
Infographic showing various Veterinary Student Extern job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% Internship, and 92% Full Time. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,144 per year, or $21.7 per hour.
Veterinary Student Externship

Veterinary Student Externship

American Veterinary Group

Beverly, MA • On-site

Temporary

Posted 25 days ago


American Veterinary Group rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 45 rated veterinary


Job description

Veterinary Student Externship
Department: UrgentVet Hospitals
Employment Type: Temporary
Location: UrgentVet - Beverly
Description
The primary purpose of our Veterinary Student Externship is to provide a hands-on learning experience for 3rd and 4th year students who are enrolled in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. The program is typically scheduled for 2-week blocks at our hospital. We feel that the students who possess an open mind and a willingness to learn will benefit the most from our externship.
Key Responsibilities
The Veterinary Student Extern is responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient medical care under the direct supervision of our veterinary staff. They will be expected to perform in-house diagnostic tests (hematology, chemistry, and radiology) with competence, perform routine client education, and to assist in surgical procedures.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Participants in the Veterinary Extern Program must currently be enrolled in an AVMA-accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.

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About American Veterinary Group

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Founded in 2015, American Veterinary Group (AVG) owns and operates a network of 120+ veterinary practices throughout the South that treat and protect over 75,000 pets annually. Our goal is to provide ongoing, in-person support to ease the burden of the day-to-day operations of veterinary practices, including in-office staff training, educational and marketing tools, and back office support. We deliver high touch practice management solutions to help veterinarians focus on the needs of their patients, instead of the needs of their business. We are animal lovers above all else, and operate with the motto, "pet first, client first".

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Tampa, FL, US

Year founded

2015

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