Who is VetEvolve?
VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.
Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.
VetEvolve Partner Practices Welcome Veterinary Externs!
A key element of becoming a veterinarian is the opportunity for students to be mentored by experienced industry professionals. VetEvolve’s focus on growing and developing our human resources extends not only to our partner practices, but beyond them to young aspiring veterinary professionals.
As the most concentrated middle-market consolidator in the Mid-Atlantic and Eastern U.S., we manage an extensive network of partner veterinary practices that allows for a variety of placement options for students. Our full family of practices allows you to be placed in an area that interests you, with options to shadow both medical and administrative roles. Our people focus means we’re invested in your growth and finding a mentor and position that suits your unique needs.
We aim to create a positive team environment in all of our practices with a foundation of strong shared values. If you’re a passionate student who is a fast learner and excels at working with others, you’ll fit right in at any of our partner practices.
If you are interested in exploring externships, browse our locations at https://vetevolve.com/our-practices/ and either apply directly via the application form attached to this listing or contact Ashley Anderson at [email protected] .
What we offer externs:
- Potential stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
- Mentorship from eager and experienced veterinarians
- Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices
Why VetEvolve:
- VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
- Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page.
- We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
- We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.
- “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.
- Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)
Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at [email protected] for more information.
Ready to Learn More?
We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school and pursuing a VMD or DVM degree
What We Do
VetEvolve is a people-first veterinary care platform and network of practices that provides industry expertise, operational support, and partnership solutions to veterinary teams and practice owners. Through customized partnerships across each partner’s career, the company helps clinics deliver exceptional pet care while supporting professionals’ personal, professional, and financial goals. Its practices operate across several U.S. states, including Virginia, Maryland, Tennessee, Connecticut, and West Virginia.
