Oudtshoorn Vet Student Internship
South Africa
This internship was specifically designed to provide clinical experience to final year vet students. The practical skills and knowledge gained will support the transition from student to qualified professional. This internship is based in a mixed (multi-disciplinary) practice, with specialists in small animal, farm animal, equine, and wildlife medicine. Students may choose to explore all fields, or track the fields that most interest them. Hands-on medical and surgical experience is essential to become a confident and competent veterinarian. The South African mindset is easy-going, friendly and welcoming- working on “South Africa time” allows for a low-stress working and learning environment. Interns are exposed to South African culture and history on a daily basis through informal lectures and discussion. Certified courses are offered every other Saturday, with alternate Saturdays spent volunteering at the local rescue & rehab center. Free local guided tours are available every Sunday.
2021 Sessions: No Availability
Cost
4-week session: $3,600 USD
Additional Weeks: $800 USD/week
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Destination
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Departure
Every Saturday from February – November -
Departure Time
Small Animal | Large Animal | Wildlife -
Return Time
Vet Students | Vet Techs & Nurses | Vets -
Dress Code
Training is provided for all activities. Interns receive a welcome packet on arrival with a full program itinerary, guide to local culture and t-shirt. Limited to 4 interns per group. -
Included
AccommodationAirport TransfersFree-time ActivitiesLaundry FacilitiesMealsOn-Site SupportPre-Departure SupportWi-fi -
Not Included
FlightsTravel InsuranceVisa Fees (if applicable)
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Join us for a thrilling veterinary adventure in South Africa!
This program offers hands-on experience with small animals, large animals and exotic wildlife.
Week 1: Small Animal
Week 2: Wildlife & Exotics
Week 3: Production Animal (Dairy & Sheep)
Week 4: Equine
Tour Location
During the week, interns stay at a 3-star luxury guest house in Riversdale, South Africa. On weekends, interns are transferred to a 4-star boutique estate on a working farm in Oudtshoorn, South Africa- this is where interns on the Vet Experience Internship stay throughout their session. In both locations, each room has 2 beds and a private bathroom. Amenities include A/C, wifi, laundry and cleaning service. The guest house is guarded and staff are available 24/7 to ensure intern safety. All meals are included in the program fee- breakfast and dinner are provided on-site and a sandwich lunch is packed each morning.
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Vet/Animal Activities:
- Wellness examinations
- Routine vaccinations
- Surgery pre-med, prep & post-op
- Anaesthetic monitoring (ECG, BP, etc.)
- Blood draws
- Observe surgeries
- Observe dental procedures
- Ultrasound
- Radiographic positioning
- In-patient care (IV fluids, blood work, lab testing)
- Faecal worm egg counts
- Microscopy of Common African Diseases (tutorial)
- Game Capture
- Bird Industry and protection education
- Pregnancy testing (ultrasound scanning, seasonal)
- Bull fertility
- Udder health and milk in-house culture
- Milk parlour routine observation
- Herd vaccination programs
- Herd management and wellbeing
- Calf rearing
- Wool and sheep industry education
- Shearing (seasonal)
- Lambing (seasonal)
- Teaser ram vasectomy procedures
- Sheep vaccination programs
- Sheep management and wellbeing
- General clinical exams
- Pre-purchase exams
- Health checks
- Pregnancy testing (ultrasound scanning, seasonal)
- Lameness workups (including nerve blocks)
- Observe dental exams & extractions
- Surgery pre-med, prep & post-op
- Ultrasound
- Radiographic positioning
Free-Time Activities:
Sundays are for students to unwind and explore the unique beauty that South Africa has to offer- guided tours are available and included in the program fee: Cango Wildlife Ranch (conservation & education center), Cango Caves, Mossel Bay (whale & seal watching, sunset cruise, shark cage diving)*, Schoongezicht Wildlife Refuge, John Benn river cruise. Other activities include safari game drives, sky diving, bungee jumping, and more!
