Veterinary Internship on South Africa Wild Coast
Program Overview
RECRUITING FOR 2023
Develop your practical skills and knowledge while contributing to the preservation of South Africa’s abundant wildlife. You will have the opportunity to work on wildlife and experience game capture, work with small animals in a community setting, and handle care for agricultural livestock. Intensive mentor sessions will also be conducted and you will get a lot of hands-on practical experience during your internship.
You will be supervised by a highly trained and qualified individual with experience in Zoology, conservation management, and specifically trained for dealing with dangerous species.
This veterinary internship is designed for second and third-year vet students. Students participating in this internship must be flexible with the type of animals they will be assisting with
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- Animal Sciences
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
- Animal Welfare
- Human Rights
- Veterinary Science
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
- Canadian
- Cypriot
- Czech
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Greek
- Hawaiian
- Hungarian
- Icelandic
- Irish
- Italian
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuanian
- Maltese
- Manx
- Polish
- Scottish
- Slovak
- Slovenian
- Spanish
- Swedish
- Swiss
- The Vatican
- Welsh
Updated Jan 15, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- East London, South Africa
Eligible Nationalities
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
- Canadian
- Cypriot
- Czech
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Greek
- Hawaiian
- Hungarian
- Icelandic
- Irish
- Italian
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuanian
- Maltese
- Manx
- Polish
- Scottish
- Slovak
- Slovenian
- Spanish
- Swedish
- Swiss
- The Vatican
- Welsh
- This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Other
- Resume
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 1-3 Months
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Are there any specific qualifications needed for this internship?
This internship requires second and third-year veterinarian students. In addition, students who will take part in this internship must be flexible with the type of animals they will be assisting.
What will be the role of a Veterinary Intern?
Interns will work with a vet mentor in various aspects of veterinary medicine. Tasks may include care for caged animals, administration of anti-parasitic medicines, surgical observations, conservation, and disease control.
How do I apply for the Veterinary Internship?
Check first to determine if the program matches your interests and skill set. Click "Apply Now" if you think this program is a good fit for you after reviewing the requirements and deadlines.
What is not included in the program fee?
Flights, insurance, visas, and any pre-departure and in-country COVID-19 PCR testing is not included in the program cost.
What can interns do in their free time?
Interns can go on exciting and well-known activities such as visiting the Addo Elephant Reserve, bungee jumping, wild coast adventure, quad biking, or horseback riding.
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