Description

The Department of Large Animal Medicine at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications of
internship positions in Large Animal Field Services.

Objectives
The internship program is a post-DVM training opportunity designed to provide the successful candidate with a comprehensive and
intensive learning experience in a truly mixed large animal ambulatory practice. The program includes significant exposure to equine
general and sports medicine, advanced dentistry, and farm animal general practice, with a varied caseload that reflects the diverse
interests and specialties of the clinical team. Daytime appointments emphasize individual patient care for equine and farm animals
(including small ruminants, camelids, pet pigs, and limited cattle), while emergency cases encompass a broad mix of large animal
species. The internship aims to prepare individuals for high-quality private practice or competitive residency programs in disciplines
such as large animal internal medicine (ACVIM), surgery (ACVS), general practice (ABVP), sports medicine and rehabilitation (ACVSMR),
or theriogenology (ACT).

Interns can expect to develop and refine their technical proficiency, clinical decision-making, diagnostic imaging capabilities, and
teaching skills in a service-oriented environment. This growth will occur under the direct mentorship of senior clinical faculty and/or
residents. Interns will actively participate in the management of the daytime ambulatory caseload and assist with any in-house
patients admitted through the service. They will also share after-hours emergency responsibilities with other Field Services house
officers, with on-call duty not to exceed one-third of total emergency coverage.

Additionally, interns may have limited opportunities to rotate through other in-hospital specialty services based on their individual
interests. Available rotations may include Large Animal Surgery, Large Animal Internal Medicine, Theriogenology, Ophthalmology,
Anesthesia, and Diagnostic Imaging.

Opportunity for research involvement and publication exist for interested candidates, however, is not required.

The internship is a non-degree graduate program leading to an official University certificate of internship. Tuition for this program is
reduced to $25 per semester, but fees are the responsibility of the individual (approximately $2314 in 2026).

The field service faculty are comprised of a series of board-certified specialists offering the highest level of care in an ambulatory
setting (2 DACT, 1 DACVSMR, 1 DACVS, 1 DACVIM, and 1 ABVP-Equine). They are supported by board certified specialists in other
disciplines including anesthesia, ophthalmology, oncology, and radiology. In addition, several clinicians are certified in acupuncture
and spinal manipulation.

Employment and benefits

Professional liability insurance is provided by the University.

Health insurance is mandatory and is the responsibility of the individual.

Proof of immunization for measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, chicken pox, hepatitis and rabies is required.

A health policy is offered through UGA Health Services with United Health Care for students
(http://www.uhs.uga.edu/insurance/index.html) for which they must enroll for unless they have received an approved waiver. If the
applicant enrolls in the University Health Policy, they are advised that it does not begin until August 1 so that interns are responsible
for securing their own health insurance that is effective through July 31, 2027. International students are required to enroll in the UGA
Health Insurance program.

More information on this program can be found here:
https://hr.uga.edu/benefits-wellbeing/health-insurance-retirement-plans/student-health-insurance/mandatory-plan/premiums/

Ten days of annual leave and 12 days of sick leave are available.

As required by University of Georgia policy, the successful candidate will be subject to background investigation.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability or veteran status in its
programs or activities.

Compensation and Fees

The anticipated salary for this position is $48,058 for 2027-2028.

The required tuition and fees listed above reflect the estimated cost for the 2027-2028 year, for a domestic resident with UGA health
insurance. In-state tuition will be $25.00/semester, $ 1,256.80/year for UGA health insurance, $392/year for student fees, and
$300/year in parking.

International residents will be assessed a $83/semester for the International Student/Scholar Compliance Fee.

An optional Graduate Assistant Payment Plan is available that allows for installment payments to be set up and automatically drafted
from a bank account or credit card (4 installments for the Fall and Spring semesters, 2 installments for the Summer semester). You are
responsible for the payment of any remaining fees on your account; it may also be possible for you to waive some of them. You are
responsible for all student activity fees for subsequent semesters.

*In addition, please note that all students on assistantship are required to have health insurance unless they qualify to opt-out of the
University System’s health insurance plan. All international residents will be required to use UGA health insurance.

Further information on premiums for the Mandatory Plan is available at
https://hr.uga.edu/benefits-wellbeing/health-insurance-retirement-plans/student-health-insurance/mandatory-plan/premiums/.

Graduate Assistantship amounts can be found under the UGA Premium Subsidy.

Additional information on student health insurance can be found at https://hr.uga.edu/benefits-wellbeing/health-insuranceretirement-
plans/student-health-insurance/mandatory-plan/summary-2/ .

Application

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. However, full consideration will be
given to those who apply by November 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time. Early submission is strongly encouraged.
Interviews will be conducted virtually between late November and early December.

The approximate starting date is 06/17/2027 and ending date is 06/30/2028.

To officially apply the applicant must send the following:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. A letter of intent that states why the UGA Large Animal Field Services (Equine Emphasis) internship program is desired and how it will help the applicant achieve future career goals.
3. Two letters of recommendation from persons that are familiar with the applicant's qualifications.

Requirements

Should you be selected for the positions, you will do the following:

1. Candidates that are selected will need to apply and be accepted by the UGA Graduate School.
   1. Provide Transcripts that notate your DVM (or your country's equivalent).
      1. You can find more information on those requirements here:
         https://grad.uga.edu/admissions/requirements/
   2. As part of the graduate school, you will need to register for a certain number of hours each semester.
   3. English proficiency exams are required  and the results must be within the last 2 years.
      1. More Information here:
         https://grad.uga.edu/admissions/requirements/international-applications/english-language-proficiency-requirement/
2. Candidates that are selected will need to apply and be issued a Georgia Veterinary Faculty License, issued by the Georgia State Board.
3. Apply and be issued an F-1 Visa.  Once accepted to the UGA Graduate School, you will have some administrative assistance in obtaining your Visa, but you will be responsible for all fees.