Veterinary Extern- Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center
TEMPORARY•Countryside Estates
About this role
Overview
🐾 Calling All Vet Med Students: Your Vermont Adventure Awaits! 🐾
Externship at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center
Looking for an externship that’s more than just shadowing and watching from the sidelines? Come get your hands (and scrubs) into the action at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center in beautiful Rutland, Vermont!
We’re a small-town clinic with big-time surgical capabilities and an even bigger personality. Our team is welcoming, wicked smart, and always ready to teach. You’ll see a wide range of cases—routine wellness, emergency medicine, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery—and you'll leave with the kind of real-world experience that makes your resume and your confidence stand out.
✨ What makes us special?
- We’re a teaching hospital at heart—expect mentorship, not micromanagement
- You’ll be part of the team, not just a fly on the wall
- Surgery, radiology, diagnostics—you’ll get exposure to it all
- We laugh a lot, we learn a lot, and we make time for real talk about life in vet med
- Located in the gorgeous Green Mountains—hike, ski, sip maple lattes...you get the idea
🎓 Who should apply?
Vet students who:
- Are passionate, curious, and ready to dive in
- Want to learn from a team that takes care of pets and each other
- Like a little humor with their hematology
- Can handle a little snow (hey, it’s Vermont!)
📅 Flexible scheduling available. Externships can be customized based on your interests and academic requirements.
Ready to make some core memories (and maybe scrub in on a TPLO)? We’d love to meet you. Come learn, grow, and laugh with us at Rutland Veterinary Clinic & Surgical Center.
👉 Apply now and let's get this externship on the books!
* This externship is intended for veterinary students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary program who are looking to complete required externship hours or earn academic credit. Please note this is a non-paid position focused on education, mentorship, and real-world clinical exposure.
What you'll do
- Externs will gain hands-on experience in various veterinary practices including surgery, emergency medicine, and diagnostics. They will be part of the team and receive mentorship throughout their externship.
About Encore Vet Group
Encore Vet Group is more than a group of veterinary hospitals. We’re reimagining what it means to support the entire veterinary profession.
Work with us.
Our community of veterinary hospitals is built on connection, collaboration, and growth. We lighten the administrative load so practices can focus on what matters most — caring for pets — while we help teams thrive through mentorship, leadership development, and operational support. Joining Encore means you get the strength of a larger network without losing what makes your hospital unique.
Learn with us.
We believe learning never stops in veterinary medicine. That’s why our onsite and virtual education programs are available to EVERYONE in vet med — from veterinary students to client service representatives, practice managers, and beyond. Our programs are designed to grow skills, spark innovation, and keep the profession moving forward.
Consult with us.
Encore Veterinary Consulting brings expert guidance to both Encore hospitals and independent veterinary practices. Our consulting team partners with leaders to strengthen culture, improve operations, and build sustainable growth strategies — helping veterinary practices reach new heights!
At Encore, we believe that when the profession grows, we ALL grow. Connect with us to see how we’re building a stronger future for veterinary medicine.
Ready to join Encore Vet Group?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Veterinary Extern- Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center do at Encore Vet Group?
As a Veterinary Extern- Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center at Encore Vet Group, you will: externs will gain hands-on experience in various veterinary practices including surgery, emergency medicine, and diagnostics. They will be part of the team and receive mentorship throughout their externship..
Is the Veterinary Extern- Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center position at Encore Vet Group remote?
The Veterinary Extern- Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center position at Encore Vet Group is based in Countryside Estates, Vermont, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Veterinary Extern- Rutland Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Center position at Encore Vet Group?
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