Junior Veterinary Internship
Program Overview
In order to give you the best experience in the clinic and to be able to give hands-on experiences to a wider range of individuals, we now offer the Junior Veterinary Internship. These are persons who are not in veterinary school, but who are studying pre-vet medicine and/or aim to get into a veterinary program, or are studying/working as vet nurses/technicians. As a junior vet, you will still ge...
In order to give you the best experience in the clinic and to be able to give hands-on experiences to a wider range of individuals, we now offer the Junior Veterinary Internship. These are persons who are not in veterinary school, but who are studying pre-vet medicine and/or aim to get into a veterinary program, or are studying/working as vet nurses/technicians. As a junior vet, you will still get experience in the clinic and nursery; however, with hands-on procedures, preference will be given to veterinary students until you have proved yourself in the clinic to our on-staff veterinarians. Veterinary internship prerequisites: At least 18 years old Can commit to at least one month Currently studying in a pre-veterinary program or working as a vet nurse/technician, or with previous studi...
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What's Included
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- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Updated Mar 30, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Dominical, Costa Rica
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered: Year Round
- Intern Duration: Summer, Winter, Short Term, Spring, 1-3 Months, 3-6 Months, Fall
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language: English
- Language: Spanish
- Education: University Senior (4th Year)
- Education: University 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
Summer, Winter, Short Term, Spring, 1-3 Months, 3-6 Months, Fall
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All interns in this area will shadow our veterinary staff and assist accordingly. Things you will experience include:
* Medicating sick animals
* Assisting with rehabilitative techniques
* Restraining animals for and assisting with clinical check-ups
* Physiotherapy
* Assisting with surgeries
* Preparing diets
* Assisting with orphan care
* Assisting in feeding/cleaning of sanctuary and rehabilitation animals
* Collecting and providing enrichment
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