Resources for Aspiring Veterinarians
Learning About Veterinary Medicine
Getting into Veterinary School
Opportunities for Gaining Animal Experience
Learning About Veterinary Medicine
There are many websites and resources available for aspiring veterinarians. Below are listed a few good sites to start exploring the process for becoming a veterinarian:
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
AVMA Pre-Vet Advisor Newsletter
Little Zoo Vets – Central Park Zoo
Little Zoo Vets – Bronx Zoo
Steps to Becoming a Veterinarian
The Veterinary Information Network – I Want to Be a Veterinarian
VMANYC High School Veterinary Career Exploration Program
Summer Camp for Middle School, High School and College Students
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
North Carolina University College of Veterinary Medicine
Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Getting Into Veterinary School
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Admissions
UC Davis College of Veterinary Medicine
Veterinary Education Expense and Payment
Summer Camp for
Middle School, High School and College Students
AG Discovery Program
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
North Carolina University College of Veterinary Medicine
Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Opportunities for Gaining Animal Experience
One of the most important components in preparing for veterinary school applications is getting quality animal experience, both in animal husbandry and veterinary settings. These experiences are not only required for vet school admissions, but are critical for students to find out what the profession is like on a day-to-day basis. But these opportunities can be pretty hard to find, particularly in a big, busy city like ours. The VMA has compiled opportunites in the following categories. Please click the links or follow-up with the contact person for each of the opportunities below:
1) Formal Volunteer and Internship Opportunities
2) Veterinary Clinics and Animal Care Facilities Who Accept Volunteers
3) Veterinary Clinics with Part-time or Summer Job Opportunities
1) Formal Volunteer and Internship Opportunities
Wildlife Health Center Volunteer- Bronx Zoo – Year-round volunteer and summer positions available. Must be >18 years old. Applications are competitive and accepted on a rolling basis. Decisions for summer positions are made by May 15. Contact: Lisa Eidlin, Hospital Manager at
le*****@wc*.org
Teen internships – Bronx Zoo – Ages 13-17. Three week internships during the summer months, Monday thru Friday
Aquatic Animal Health Center Volunteers – New York Aquarium on Coney Island. Must be >18 years old.
Animal Care and Control – Volunteer opportunities. Must be >18 years old. Requires a 6 month commitment of at least 8 hours per month
Animal Care Sanctuary – Humane Education:Pre-Vet/Stem Internship for Undergraduate Students
A Program designed to give under-graduate students the opportunity to experience all facets of shelter medicine & management. The program is offered three times a year. Each session consists of a 12-week rotation through the cattery, canine care and veterinary clinic. Students also receive education on the nonprofit business model and board governance. Students are part of the Alternative Housing program in which they foster and help train shelter dogs/cats who require behavioral modification training to increase their adoptability.
ASPCA – Volunteer opportunities in animal care (16 years old and above) and veterinary medicine (21 years old and above). Requires a 6 month commitment of at least 8 hours per month. Applications are processed quarterly
Animal Medical Center – Pre-veterinary Student Summer Volunteer Program. Limited to college students on a pre-veterinary track. Most student volunteers are required to commit to 10 continuous 35-hour weeks
Brooklyn Animal Resource Coalition – Must be >21 years old
2) Veterinary Clinics and Animal Care Facilities Who Accept Volunteers
Westside Veterinary Center – Accepts internships. Mailed or faxed resumes are preferred. Contact:
Karen Cantor, DVM Director, Westside Veterinary Center, 220 West 83rd Street, New York, New York 10024. Phone – 212-580-1800. Fax – 212-362-8948
3) Veterinary Clinics with Part-time or Summer Job Opportunities
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