Externships at Heritage Animal Hospital
Hands-On Learning. Real-World Experience. Lifelong Mentorship.
Are you a veterinary or veterinary technician student looking to gain real-world experience in a supportive, hands-on environment? Heritage Animal Hospital is proud to offer externship opportunities for DVM and RVT students of all academic years!
Who We Are Located in the heart of Terre Haute, Indiana, Heritage Animal Hospital has been family-owned for 49 years. Run by a dedicated mother-daughter veterinary team, our practice combines small-town warmth with cutting-edge veterinary care. We’re proud to be a cornerstone of animal health in our rural community while offering access to advanced technology and equipment that rivals urban clinics.
What We Offer
- Tailored externship experiences to match your clinical interests—whether you're passionate about surgery, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, or exotic species care.
- Exposure to a primarily canine and feline caseload with a growing number of exotics—including birds, reptiles, and pocket pets.
- Fantastic mentorship in a collaborative, encouraging environment.
- Opportunities for after-hour emergency cases, helping you build confidence and gain invaluable experience.
- Off-site living quarters available.
We advocate for as much hands-on experience as possible—you're not just shadowing here; you're practicing skills that will carry you into your career.
Location, Location, Location Though we’re nestled in a quiet, rural setting, Terre Haute is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts and small-town charm. Need a weekend getaway? We're centrally located within a 4-hour radius of some of the Midwest’s most vibrant cities and attractions:
- Indianapolis, IN – 1 hour
- Bloomington, IN – 1.5 hours
- Champaign-Urbana, IL – 1.5 hours
- St. Louis, MO – 2.5 hours
- Louisville, KY – 3 hours
- Chicago, IL – 3.5 hours
- Nashville, TN – 4 hours
Whether you're into live music, museums, professional sports, festivals, hiking trails, craft breweries, or just exploring new places—there's no shortage of adventure nearby.
Ready to Learn with Us? We're currently accepting applications for externships. Spaces fill quickly, so reach out today to reserve your spot!
📞 812-466-1155
Join the Heritage family—where your future in veterinary medicine begins.
