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Summer Veterinary Work Assignments in Scotland

by: Adelante Abroad

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In this 5-week summer program held yearly, qualified candidates will be placed at a local vet hospital in Edinburgh, Scotland. Experience daily veterinary practices such as intake, assessment, consultation, care of sick animals, surgeries, and urgent animal care. At the same time, gain an insight into services like grooming, billing and reception, and the day-to-day running of a successful, busy, ...

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Program Highlights

Boost your résumé with international hands-on work experience that involves full-time work hours for four days a week.

Obtain academic credit for 240 hours of research assignments, depending on university requirements.

Secure a Letter of Recommendation at the end of the program, which is available upon request.

Choose from a range of housing options: shared apartment, university residence hall, or a homestay with a local Scottish family.

Explore the stunning countryside, highlands, lakes, castles, and picturesque villages of Scotland.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Edinburgh, Scotland
Availability
Year(s) Offered2024, 2025, 2026, 2027Intern Duration:
  • Short Term
  • Summer
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Animal Sciences
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Guidelines:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Angolan
  • Antarctica
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Recognitions

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - People’s Choice

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.17

Total Reviews

6

Wonderful work placement experience

by: Mia C - CanadaProgram: Summer Veterinary Work Assignments in Scotland
10

This program was absolutely amazing. The veterinary clinic I was placed in was so welcoming and passionate. Every single day I spent in the clinic was filled with valuable learning experiences. It allowed me to fully immerse myself in the everyday life of a practicing veterinarian. Furthermore, all of the staff were happy to divulge their experiences handling various cases and answering any questions I may have. In addition, they also pointed out places to visit or things to do in Scotland on my...

My new favorite place!

by: Kristyn Delamar - United StatesProgram: Summer Veterinary Work Assignments in Scotland
9

Genuinely one of the best experiences of my life! It's amazing to be able to get hands-on experience relevant to my future career, while also being able to travel and explore new places. I've truly enjoyed my time here in Scotland both in the workplace and while traveling. Everything is so beautiful and has a deep history behind it, and it's wonderful getting to know every nook and cranny of this city.

Veterinary Research Intern in Scotland

by: Jessica Konop - United StatesProgram: Summer Veterinary Work Assignments in Scotland
7

I really enjoyed my time as an intern through Adelante Abroad. I spent six weeks living in Edinburgh, Scotland, where I spent most of my week participating in research on pig behavior. I major in animal science, and I just applied to veterinary school, so this internship was very helpful in preparing me for my future career as well as my vet application. I also had such a fun time in the city, as I had never been to Europe before, and living there for the length that I did was incredibly cool. T...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Edinburgh, Scotland

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Animal Sciences
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences

Availability

Years Offered: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027

Intern Duration:
  • Short Term
  • Summer

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Angolan

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
  • Resume
  • Letters of Reference

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