General information
City: Houston
State: Texas
Hospital Name: Wilcrest Animal Hospital
Job Type: Veterinary Extern
Employment Type: Externship
Description & Requirements
Veterinary Externship — Wilcrest Animal Hospital (Houston, TX)
🔹 Up to $2,000 Travel/Living Stipend Available
🔹 Mentorship | Diverse Case Exposure | Fun, Supportive Team
About the Clinic:
Located in vibrant Houston TX, Wilcrest Animal Hospital is a well-established small animal practice with a dedicated team of support staff and experienced Veterinarians. We’re proud of our collaborative culture, strong mentorship, and the fun we bring to high-quality patient care.
Externship Experience Includes:
Externs will work closely with our veterinarian and team members to gain valuable, real-world experience in:
Taking patient histories and performing physical exams
Developing diagnostic and treatment plans
Assisting with (or performing) surgical and dental procedures
Participating in internal medicine, wellness, and behavioral case workups
Practicing communication skills with both clients and the veterinary team
You won’t just shadow—you’ll be actively engaged in the day-to-day clinical work, with mentorship tailored to your interests and experience level.
Program Details:
📍 Location: Houston, TX
🕒 Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4weeks (flexible based on student/hospital schedules)
🎓 Open to: veterinary students
💵 Stipend: Up to $2,000 available for students in the clinical phase
🏥 Practice Focus: Small animal general medicine, surgery, dentistry, behavior