Veterinary Externships

Shelter Medicine Externship

The DVM externship program in shelter medicine at San Diego Humane Society extends to fourth-year DVM students from any AVMA-accredited veterinary college. Students will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on experiences in surgery and medicine throughout the shelter alongside our team of talented veterinarians. Students will also participate in various other activities during their rotation such as patient rounds, educational rounds, scholarly discussions and critical-thinking assignments.

Please note that due to the overwhelming popularity of this program, student scheduling requests can only be accommodated as space allows. Scheduling and availability are subject to change.

For more information or further assistance, please contact [email protected].

Wildlife Medicine Externship

The wildlife medicine externship program at San Diego Humane Society accepts fourth-year DVM students enrolled at any AVMA-accredited veterinary college. Students will learn more about wildlife medicine while working side by side with our wildlife veterinarians to care for many of San Diego’s diverse wildlife species. Students can also expect to participate in patient rounds, educational rounds and scholarly discussions during their rotation and so much more!

Please note that due to the overwhelming popularity of this program, student scheduling requests can only be accommodated as space allows. Scheduling and availability are subject to change.

For more information or to apply, please visit our Medical Externship Application. For any questions or further assistance, please contact [email protected].