Internships for Veterinary Students - Ecuador
Program Overview
ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs is pleased to provide pre-veterinary, veterinary, and graduate students with international internship programs. These are opportunities to undergo training in animal healthcare issues, helping improve their veterinary skills. They gain valuable hands-on experience to boost their résumé.
During the internship program, participants will assist the local staff of professional vets in carrying out daily duties such as:
- General animal health consultation
- Diagnostic and clinical treatments
- Laboratory tests and analysis
- Spay and neuter programs
- Surgery: performing or assisting in surgical procedures
- General care of animal patients: monitoring, administering medicine, etc.
Our Veterinary Internships are based in Quito and run from 2 to 12 weeks. Start dates are every Monday all year round, and we accept interns 18 years old and up. Knowledge of Spanish is highly recommended.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
- Animal Sciences
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Updated Jul 14, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Quito, Ecuador
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Spanish
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Resume
Age Requirement
18-30
Duration
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
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