We are united by our passion for the welfare of animals. Together we create the best medical standards in an appreciative working atmosphere.

We are looking for a motivated Equine Veterinarian for an Internship in our Waikato Equine Veterinary Centre, Cambridge / New Zealand  

About our clinic:

Waikato Equine Veterinary Centre in Cambridge is a full-service equine clinic located in the heart of the thoroughbred breeding, racing and general equestrian community in New Zealand. With our state-of-the-art facility and highly experienced team, we cater to all equine athletes and leisure horses.  We are well equipped with digital imaging modalities, nuclear scintigraphy, video and dynamic endoscopy, modern theatre and hospital facilities.

If you are looking to develop and commence your career as an Equine Veterinarian then this is an
ideal opportunity to start you down that road!

We are pleased to offer a 12 month rotating equine internship. Positions are available starting in August and January. The internship position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in a busy equine hospital but to also to develop crucial first opinion skills in an ambulatory setting at our Taupo branch practice. At the purpose built hospital located in Cambridge NZ you will rotate through anaesthesia, reproduction, hospital and foal care, lameness and other performance horse work. Caseload is high and varied and includes hospital out-of-hours and weekend duties. You will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced group of practitioners with a wide range of skills, including two board-certified surgeons, a sports medicine and rehabilitation specialist and a surgical resident in training. Your responsibilities will include patient care over hospital patients, participating in rounds and treatments and all continuing education activities. In the Taupo clinic you will accompany an experience practitioner on calls as well as taking on increasing numbers of calls and emergencies as the primary veterinarian as your skills and confidence grow. During this period you will receive close guidance and support from your colleagues. You will rotate between the Cambridge hospital and Taupo, with approximately on third of your time based in Taupo.

• Regular mentor meetings for performance evaluation and feedback
• Diverse caseload across all areas of equine general practice
• Supervised and supported by specialists and experienced veterinarians
• Reimbursement for VISA and associated medical costs
• Mobile phone, NZ Veterinary Council registration fees and CPD expenses covered
• There will be access to a work vehicle for use when on-call for the practice
• Continuing education including internal training sessions
• Salary package of $70,000NZD per annum (depending on candidate)

• Applicants can be new or recent veterinary graduates and must be eligible for registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Council. We are an accredited employer with New Zealand Immigration allowing us to support VISA applications under the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme to gain entry to New Zealand.
• You will need a valid driving license.
• This role requires a motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• You must have a high attention to detail and be physically fit with good horse handling experience. A strong work ethic, passion for delivering high standards of care for equine patients and a desire to improve your skills and knowledge as an equine practitioner is a prerequisite.

Become part of a nice and motivated team and work with us for the welfare of animals!

Our intenship represents an incredible opportunity to advance your career at a world-class equine hospital and practice as well as travel and explore one of the most beautiful countries in the world!

To apply and/or to request further information please email a covering letter and your CV including the names of at least two referees to Becs Tucker at [email protected] or online. 

Find more information about us on https://www.wevc.co.nz/