How to Apply

Both of our veterinary externship programs are open to senior veterinary students attending AVMA-accredited colleges, who have completed at least the course and clinical surgery portion of their veterinary training.

To apply for the program, please follow the steps below.

Indicate your course of interest to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . You will be contacted within five business days to discuss available dates.

No later than one week after dates are confirmed, submit the Extern Application, a one-page personal statement that describes your career goals and why you chose Humane Alliance's extern program, and a signed Memorandum of Understanding.

If selected, you will then be sent a pre-signed North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board Application for Interns & Preceptees (NCVMBA), and asked to submit 2 reference letters from faculty ranked assistant professors or higher (can be emailed directly by faculty or students).

At least 6 months prior to your scheduled externship, complete and mail the NCVMBA to the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board. The NCVMBA must also include:

• A check or money order in the amount of $15;
• One passport photo taken within the past six months;
• A dean’s letter verifying your good academic standing and your current student status (e.g., full-time, fourth-year student);
• A copy of your social security card.

At least 5 months prior to your scheduled externship, submit the following:

• Proof of health insurance;  
• Proof of liability insurance. If your university does not provide liability insurance, it can be obtained for $10 through the AVMA PLIT (a pre-signed application will be sent to you after Step 2 is completed).