DVM Students & New Grads

Looking for the perfect place to grow in your career? Explore CityVet’s opportunities for DVM students and new graduates.

Veterinary Student Programs

We offer customizable two-week externships for third- and fourth-year students and pre-clinical experiences for first- and second-year students to build confidence in clinical skills and expertise. Work side-by-side with our team and get great practical experience. Focus on the things you want to focus on and learn about your career possibilities with CityVet.

Limited space is available.

Student Ambassador Program

We are excited to collaborate with highly motivated DVM students to help promote opportunities for you and your classmates. With your help, we aim to advance the veterinary profession through educational opportunities and hands-on experiences. We maximize our outreach to connect with every student interested in expanding their knowledge and experiences.

Get a competitive stipend, first pick in mentors, join CityVet education events, and more!

new graduate opportunities

Focus on your transition from student to expert with a team dedicated to guiding YOU in acquiring best-in-class practice standards and build your confidence. We will reinforce your learning through ample mentorship, support and case options.

Mentorship Program

for Recent Grads

Our New Graduate Mentorship Program is designed to give you confidence in your clinical skills and knowledge. It consists of four phases, and guidance is provided in a one-to-one setting with one of our highly trained veterinarians.

  • Systems training for practice management software, production and scheduling tools, and payroll
  • Roundtable meetings for new team members to foster collaboration with colleagues from various locations and critical company leaders
  • Your first schedule will include 60-minute appointments, mainly for wellness visits and routine medical cases, to allow for regular check-ins with your mentor DVM
  • Initial clinical skills inventory and review with DVM mentor to determine gaps and areas of interest for development/improvement
  • “Crucial Conversations” training to expand your development in conflict management and effective communication skills
  • Personal finance consultation (optional) and set your goals (managing debt, student loans, insurance, and investment)
  • Continue roundtable meetings for Q&A and collaboration with other team members
  • Adjust appointment schedule to 45 minutes, assess caseload and procedures progress
  • Complete “Getting Things Done” training to hone your time management skills
  • Records training for best practices in maintaining quality medical records
  • Video assessments of your exam room interactions and advice from experienced practitioners to improve how you interact with others
  • Adjust appointment times to 30 minutes (or as appropriate)
  • Review of clinical skills inventory and development goals
  • Review CityVet CE calendar of events and personal CE plan for the coming year
  • Outline any areas of interest for future development (personal and professional)
  • Prepare for annual review (HR, production, and clinical metrics)