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Monterey Bay Aquarium

Location: Monterey , California , United States

Application Deadline: Oct-01-2022

Program Description

Students will assist veterinary and animal care staff with clinical cases, daily rounds, diagnostic and surgical procedures, participate in necropsies, clinical pathology, as required. The student is required to prepare and present a case report, literature review, or other topic pertinent to the Aquarium.

Animals Typically Seen at Organization, Institution or Clinic

Sea otters, fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians and aquatic invertebrates

Knowledge or Experience Required

This externship is open to currently enrolled in a veterinary program and in their clinical year of veterinary studies at the time of their stay at the Aquarium. Priority will be given to students from underrepresented cultures, races, or religions.

Information on when this externship runs, duration and start / end dates (if applicable)

Veterinary Externships are offered from March 1 to October 15 of each year. Students should plan to spend two to four weeks at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Priority for choosing time slots is according to rank during the selection process.

How to Apply

Go to the link at the bottom of this page. Click "Apply now." Upload your resume/CV and letter of interest. Submit 2 letters of reference via email. (NOTE: Please have your referees send their letters of reference directly to: vetsvcs@mbayaq.org )

For More Information

Website

Email: VetSvcs@mbayaq.org

Phone: +1 831-647-6839