PathConnexx is one of the ways we at IDEXX remain committed to supporting the training and education of future veterinary pathologists. We understand how important it is to gain diverse experiences during your residency, and we’re excited to once again offer the opportunity to peek behind the curtain at IDEXX through our hands-on PathConnexx externship program, now in its 11th year.
What is PathConnexx? A unique learning experience for a veterinary pathology resident currently enrolled in an anatomic pathology residency program and beginning their final year in the fall of 2026.
Residents will gain real-world experience working virtually alongside our pathologists, who provide pathology diagnostics and consultation services to practicing veterinarians. During your externship, you will be integrated into our global professional pathology team with exposure to a wide range of interesting pathology cases, specifically selected for you based on your interests and goals for your program.
What to expect:
Externship will take place either the week of January 25th or February 1st, 2027, at a mutually agreeable time
You’ll participate in the digital diagnostic evaluation of specimens, related consultations, and other activities
You’ll interact virtually with several IDEXX pathologists of various backgrounds and areas of interest
You’ll attend and participate in pathology-related meetings, as available (i.e. rounds)
What you’ll need:
DVM or equivalent
18+ years of age and two completed years of an Anatomic Pathology residency with a track record of academic success and potential
Familiarity with current topics and issues in diagnostic veterinary medicine
Successful completion of Phase I of the ACVP board exam highly desirable
Please include the following with your application:
Resume or CV
Letter of intent or cover letter
1 letter of recommendation from a current or previous advisor, mentor, or employer
*Please note: you’ll need to upload these documents in the ‘Additional attachments’ section of the application process. You will have to upload one document at a time.
Deadline for applications is Friday, August 6th 2026.
For questions, please contact us at [email protected].
To learn more about Pathology at IDEXX, you can…
Read about the experiences of former PathConnexx participants: https://careers.idexx.com/us/en/pathology
Watch videos where other IDEXXers talk about their work: https://vimeo.com/366554051
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws
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Skills Required
- DVM or equivalent
- 18+ years of age
- Completed two years of an Anatomic Pathology residency
- Successful completion of Phase I of the ACVP board exam (highly desirable)
IDEXX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEXX and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEXX.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes multiple medical options, dental and vision, and robust add‑ons such as mental‑health support, virtual care, and specialty navigation programs. Feedback suggests these elements, often available from day one, are broadly seen as comprehensive and valuable.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings feature a 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% after six months. Feedback suggests this consistent match is a notable anchor of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave with adoption assistance. Feedback suggests this structure, alongside supportive family programs, contributes meaningfully to work‑life support.
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What We Do
10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock. We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries. Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and to build more economically successful practices. We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
