DVM Student Externship - PetVet Fort Lee
Listed compensation
$15/hour
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Company Description
Are you a veterinary student looking to extern in a compassionate, forward-thinking environment—just minutes from NYC, but with the charm of a close-knit community? Look no further than Fort Lee Animal Clinic!
Founded by two dedicated veterinarians, Dr. Nazar and Dr. Han, our full-service hospital is built on a shared vision: combining advanced veterinary medicine with a warm, personal touch. We're proud to offer a unique, holistic approach to pet care that truly sets us apart.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
- Cutting-edge diagnostics and treatment technology
- Personalized care plans for every patient
- Open communication and mentorship from experienced doctors
- Opportunities for professional growth
- See what our day to day is like here!
Fort Lee, NJ is a thriving, diverse town with big-city access and a small-town vibe located right at the foot of the George Washington Bridge. There are beautiful parks and trails, including nearby Palisades Interstate Park. Manhattan is just 15 minutes away if you're wanting that city experience.
Job Description
We’re Looking For
- 1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students
- Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
- Students looking to enhance their education through real world experiences
We Offer Our Veterinary Student Externs
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Externship Hours
- Future Employment Opportunity Preferences
- DVM Mentor Network
- 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance
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 daily clinical operations, including diagnostics and the development of personalized care plans. They will work under the guidance of experienced veterinarians to enhance their practical skills and education.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 98% have no call, 98% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates DVM Student Externship - PetVet Fort Lee at Alliance Animal Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,003 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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- No call
Living in Fort Lee
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $989k
- Typical market rent
- $3,872/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 35 min
- State income tax
- Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.