VRC Specialty Hospital is excited to offer educational externship opportunities for veterinary students at all levels. During your externship experience, you’ll work alongside our board-certified specialists and experienced support staff to learn real-world case-management skills and participate in hands-on examinations, specialized procedures, and advanced surgeries. Program Overview:
Our externships are open to all veterinary students, but preference will be given to those in their clinical year. We can accommodate students in two- to eight-week program blocks, and we will work with you and your specific institution to ensure our program meets your clinical requirements. VRC is open 24/7 for emergencies, but our typical student schedule is 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Schedule adjustments may be made according to individual department and case availability.
We currently offer opportunities in the following departments:
- Emergency and critical care - *limited to students interested in ER mentorship program post-graduation*
- Surgery
- Anesthesiology
- Neurology and neurosurgery
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Diagnostic imaging
- Internal medicine
- Cardiology (limited)
- Physical rehabilitation
Why choose VRC?
VRC is fully equipped with a full suite of advanced equipment, including MRI, CT, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and a linear accelerator. Our facility attracts many tertiary referrals, allowing externs to participate in unique and challenging medical and surgical cases. While you will be assigned to a specific department, you will be exposed to other specialties as our veterinarians closely collaborate with other departments to provide our patients the most comprehensive care available.
VRC is located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia, where you can visit the famous Rocky steps and statue, grab a world-class Philly cheesesteak, or enjoy one of many museums and cultural attractions.
Are you ready to experience all that VRC has to offer? Apply now!
