DVM Student Externship- North Jones Animal Hospital
Listed compensation
$15 per hour
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Company Description
Your Future as a Veterinarian Starts Here!
Welcome to North Jones Animal Hospital, where we bring outstanding care to companion animals in the vibrant town of Laurel, Mississippi! As a proud sister clinic to the historic Sawmill Animal Hospital, we’re passionate about providing top-notch medical services for your beloved cats and dogs. Whether it’s routine wellness exams or urgent emergency care, our dedicated team is here to support you and your furry friends every step of the way!
Our clinic is equipped with cutting-edge technology, enabling us to deliver exceptional services like advanced radiology, in-house diagnostics, dentistry, nutritional counseling, hospice care, and so much more!
Laurel itself is a hidden gem, brimming with charm and community spirit! Explore historic districts bursting with museums, art galleries, and delightful shopping spots. Did you know Laurel is the birthplace of former NSYNC members and opera legends? It’s also home to HGTV stars Erin and Ben Napier from “Home Town.”
The town has undergone an exciting revitalization, offering a warm, close-knit atmosphere, ample economic opportunities, and strong public schools. Make Laurel your home and experience a fulfilling work-life balance while enjoying all the splendor this lovely town has to offer!
Learn More About Our Hospital Here!
Job Description
We’re Looking For
- 1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students
- Compassionate, Team Player, and Strong Communicator
- Veterinary students looking to enhance their education through real-world experiences
We Offer Our Veterinary Student Externs
- Paid Externship Hours
- 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance
- Future Veterinary Opportunity Preferences
- Future Ownership Opportunities through our Partner Track Program
- DVM Mentor Network
- Flexible Scheduling
- This Externship is paid at $15 per hour
Qualifications
- Must be an Active Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution.
- Additional Information
We Are a DRUG-Free, Smoke-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin
Compensation: up to USD 15 - hourly
Key Responsibilities
The extern will participate in real-world veterinary experiences under the guidance of a mentor. Responsibilities include supporting the medical team in providing routine wellness exams and urgent care for companion animals.
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $131k (middle half $85k–$144k)21 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Mississippi index 87.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Mississippi | 18 active | 3,434 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,287 in the last 30 days | 483 the 30 days before (+166%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +1.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-life snapshot
Listing-based score
- Includes call
Benefits & Perks
Living in Laurel
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $181k
- Median resident rent
- $909/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 16 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.