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Veterinary Internship
It is our goal to allow our interns to grow in the direction of their interests and work towards their long-term goals. Will be expected to shadow veterinary staff and assist with the daily running of the center. We require that applicants are studying or have graduated from a veterinary-related field and have clinical experience. Common Experiences: Interns for one month: Feeding neonate and juv...
It is our goal to allow our interns to grow in the direction of their interests and work towards their long-term goals. Will be expected to shadow veterinary staff and assist with the daily running of the center. We require that applicants are studying or have graduated from a veterinary-related field and have clinical experience. Common Experiences: Interns for one month: Feeding neonate and juvenile animals Assisting and observing animal emergencies and triage Observing surgeries Observing and learning about necropsies (may be qualified to perform necropsies) Loading syringes and administering medications to animals Assisting with animal husbandry Preparing diet and nutritional needs Record keeping Collecting browse and leaves for the animals Taking part in educational lectures/worksh...
Program Highlights
Assist with feeding, husbandry, and medical care for neonate, juvenile, and adult animals.
Observe surgeries, triage emergencies, and learn necropsy procedures, with opportunities to perform independent tasks for longer-term interns.
Gain experience in administering medications, fluid therapy, bandaging, catheter insertion, and suturing under professional supervision.
Prepare diets, collect browse and leaves, and support animal enrichment programs to promote health and wellbeing.
Participate in lectures, workshops, and independent projects to deepen knowledge in veterinary care, wildlife medicine, and conservation.
Quick Details
- Dominical, Costa Rica
- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Dominical, Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Availability
- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Independent living
Salary & Compensation
No Salary
Qualifications & Experience
- Spanish
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
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