2026 Veterinary Summer Student, Island Animal Hospital
About the role
2026 Veterinary Summer Student
Location: Nanaimo, BC
Island Animal Hospital is accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Veterinary Student positions. This is a great opportunity to apply your classroom studies within a hospital environment and acquire first-hand experience in working closely with Veterinary professionals.
Our Veterinary summer student positions will provide you with invaluable insights into your career path post-graduation. As a valued member of our team, you will develop practical and professional skills by working closely with our licensed doctors and technicians. You will be introduced to the inner workings of our hospitals while also gaining exposure and education in some of the following areas:
- Technician tasks under direct supervision
- Triage, treatments and case dynamics
- Pharmaceutical classification and inventory
- Assisting in advanced diagnostics/procedures
- Hands-on, compassionate care duties
- Patient handling and restraint
- Assisting with laboratory and imaging diagnostics
- General hospital maintenance
Requirements:
- Applicants must be current Canadian students enrolled in a DVM program
- Must be able to repeatedly lift at least 40 lbs
- Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty
- Compassionate and nurturing attitude, providing care to clients and patients
- Work effectively as a team player
- Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
- Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
Why You Should Consider Us
By joining us in a summer position, you will be starting on your journey with VCA Canada in building relationships that will take you anywhere you want to go. This is an excellent opportunity to open doors for future employment and to see what VCA Canada can offer you. We are a cross-country family and network of professionals that support ongoing growth and opportunity for professional development.
Come join us!
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for more information!
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
About VCA Canada
VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 140 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 associates provide our communities with general, emergency and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of Caring For Life’s Greatest Companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities. To learn more about us, please visit www.vcacanada.com.
2026 Veterinary Summer Student, Island Animal Hospital
About the role
2026 Veterinary Summer Student
Location: Nanaimo, BC
Island Animal Hospital is accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Veterinary Student positions. This is a great opportunity to apply your classroom studies within a hospital environment and acquire first-hand experience in working closely with Veterinary professionals.
Our Veterinary summer student positions will provide you with invaluable insights into your career path post-graduation. As a valued member of our team, you will develop practical and professional skills by working closely with our licensed doctors and technicians. You will be introduced to the inner workings of our hospitals while also gaining exposure and education in some of the following areas:
- Technician tasks under direct supervision
- Triage, treatments and case dynamics
- Pharmaceutical classification and inventory
- Assisting in advanced diagnostics/procedures
- Hands-on, compassionate care duties
- Patient handling and restraint
- Assisting with laboratory and imaging diagnostics
- General hospital maintenance
Requirements:
- Applicants must be current Canadian students enrolled in a DVM program
- Must be able to repeatedly lift at least 40 lbs
- Exceptional client service skills that build trust and loyalty
- Compassionate and nurturing attitude, providing care to clients and patients
- Work effectively as a team player
- Ability to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations
- Initiative in carrying out assignments independently
Why You Should Consider Us
By joining us in a summer position, you will be starting on your journey with VCA Canada in building relationships that will take you anywhere you want to go. This is an excellent opportunity to open doors for future employment and to see what VCA Canada can offer you. We are a cross-country family and network of professionals that support ongoing growth and opportunity for professional development.
Come join us!
Email: careers.canada@vca.com for more information!
VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
About VCA Canada
VCA Canada Animal Hospitals is a family of over 140 small animal veterinary practices located across 6 Canadian provinces. Our team of over 4,000 associates provide our communities with general, emergency and specialty services in our practices, offering compassionate care for pets and their families. Our purpose of Caring For Life’s Greatest Companions is felt in every part of the VCA Canada experience, whether it is our patients, our clients, our team members, or our communities. To learn more about us, please visit www.vcacanada.com.