SVP DVM Student Programs

As a company built & led by Veterinarians, SVP understands the importance of gaining hands-on clinical experience. With SVP GO, you gain beneficial work experience while obtaining valuable advice, mentorship and exposure - not only to medicine but to important skills such as business operations, management, and client communication.

SVP GO offers student jobs and externships/preceptorships to 1st - 4th year DVM students. Typically, these placements are 2 - 4 weeks long, but we are flexible and can meet your schedule's demands. And, you don't have to worry about any application deadlines. You simply tell us where you'd like to learn and where you have specific medical interests, and we work with you to find the perfect opportunity.

With 420+ hospitals and specialty centers, you can find the perfect location to gain that hands-on, real-world experience.

• Receive broad clinical experience under the supervision of experienced veterinarians including internal medicine, surgery, and any other services the particular hospital offers
• Observe and participate in medical and surgical procedures, diagnostics and their interpretation, and direct client communication when possible
• Interpret fecal samples, blood smears, radiographic images, urinalysis, and CBC/Chemistry panels
• Fine-tune your technical skills
• Participate in case management, diagnostic interpretation, and therapeutic drug selection

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must be actively enrolled in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program from an accredited university

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude

The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members

Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets

Compassionate team player who can uphold great reputation with clients

A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics