ABOUT VEG

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies!

At VEG we find a way to say yes to the career you want in veterinary emergency medicine. This means transforming how ER works, from our open-concept hospitals, where you can handle emergency cases of every kind (even exotics!) to our immersive, customer-focused experience, which helps us give people and their pets the care they deserve.

This also means saying yes to creating the best experience possible for our VEGgies. Yes to working in an environment where you can find your place and feel valued for the amazing work you do. Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career. And yes to making an impact here in ways you never thought possible.

THE EXTERNSHIP

VEG’s DVM Externship Program gives veterinary students an intensive, hands-on experience in emergency medicine alongside our skilled emergency doctors. At VEG, we say YES to helping you explore what excites you most about ER, empowering you to grow and shape your career. You’ll build essential skills in client communication, diagnosing emergency conditions, creating treatment plans, and collaborating with support staff in a fast-paced environment. If you share our passion for emergency medicine, join us to dive into real-world ER challenges and take the first steps toward your unique path in veterinary care!

This is an unpaid externship, but financial assistance is available for eligible applicants. There will be an opportunity to indicate your interest in this option within your application, and our externship coordinator will follow up to request the necessary documentation.

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Work alongside highly skilled emergency doctors Collaborate with staff in a fun, fast-paced environment

You may have opportunities to:

Learn to diagnose a variety of emergent conditions Develop treatment plans & assist with medical records  Learn to effectively communicate with clients  Scrub into surgeries

WHAT YOU NEED

3rd, 4th, or final year student currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited veterinary school AVMA/PLIT personal liability insurance  Personal medical insurance

HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

Location: YOU choose your preferred externship location, based on hospital availability and financial need. Mentorship: YOU will work closely with a skilled emergency doctor who’s dedicated to guiding your growth and development. Focus: YOU will experience full immersion in the world of emergency medicine. At VEG, emergency is all we do, so we do it best. We can’t wait for you to see the VEG difference firsthand

 

At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and compassion. Our mission is “Helping people and their pets when they need it most”. And we do that better when our VEGgies (employees) feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. That's why we're dedicated to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve—where different perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated.

We are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth, promoting inclusive decision-making, and ensuring that every voice is heard, whether it's in the emergency room or the boardroom. Saying yes to VEG means helping us build a culture where your unique experiences and background contribute to a shared vision: being the world’s veterinary emergency company.