Small Animal Rotating Internship – Vets Now Referrals Manchester(UK visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About the Role

This structured internship is ideal for recent graduates or vets with some general practice experience. Over 12 months, interns will rotate through:

Internal Medicine & Cardiology

Surgery

Emergency & Critical Care

Elective rotations (optional, depending on interests)

You’ll gain extensive clinical exposure, develop decision-making skills, and work closely with senior clinicians and specialists across a diverse caseload.

Key Responsibilities

As an intern, you will:

Actively participate in all rotations with guidance from specialists.

Carry out examinations, assist with diagnoses, and contribute to treatment planning.

Support and assist in surgeries, procedures, and emergency cases.

Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide excellent patient care.

Take part in teaching opportunities, including seminars, journal clubs, workshops, and research projects.

Requirements

To apply, you must have:

A veterinary degree recognised by the RCVS.

RCVS registration (or eligibility to register).

The right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship available for overseas applicants).

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

A proactive, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach to learning.

Benefits

Salary: £32,000 per annum

Professional costs covered: RCVS & VDS fees

Generous leave: 7 weeks annual leave, plus your birthday off

Hands-on clinical experience: Involvement in out-of-hours emergency care with case responsibility under supervision

Learning & development:

Structured induction programme (lectures, workshops, and practical training)

Weekly seminars & in-house CPD opportunities

RCVS Knowledge Library access

£500 CPD allowance

Basic & Advanced Life Support training

One-year VECCS membership

Mentorship: Dedicated clinical mentor, plus RCVS Vet GDP mentor for new graduates

Inclusive workplace: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments where required.

Application Process

Applications open: 8th September 2025

Deadline: 2nd November 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 17th & 24th November 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)

Offer date: 3rd December 2025

Start date: 6th April 2026