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University of Edinburgh
Intern in Small Animal Surgery
Closed (5 Oct 2026)
Internship
Veterinary
Pay TBCYear groups
Not specified
Deadline
5 Oct 2026
Field
Veterinary
Sector
Research & Academia
Year groups
Penultimate Year
Key facts
- Postgraduate study | Veterinary Schools Council UK (vetschoolscouncil.ac.uk). This applies to both small animal and equine internships. The role is heavily supervised by more senior vets and has formal taught components. The Specialist diplomas are awarded by either the European Board of Vet Specialists (EBVS) or the American equivalent and are recognised by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) in the UK. The curriculum is approved by the individual European colleges who sit under the EBVS, and the eligibility criteria for entering the training is also decided by the colleges, and includes a rotating internship. Below are links to the European colleges of Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Neurology and Surgery as examples of this requirement. https://ecvim-ca.college/resident-enrolment/. https://www.ecvo.eu/quickmenu/becoming-an-ecvo-diplomate.html. Training Guidelines_0.pdf (ecvn.org).
Overview
- Each intern will also be paired with a mentor, to assist with pursuing a research project and guidance on career progression.
- During the internship, there is enrol in the Higher Education Academy, to achieve a teaching qualification.
- This post is full-time (35 hours per week).
- Interns will also receive RECOVER training and certification.
What you'll do
- Make a meaningful impact Join the University of Edinburgh and you’ll be making a difference to everything around you.
Funding structure
- Salary: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum.
Application process
- Please include the following documents in your application: - CV - Cover letter.
Visa & right to work
- Specialist training is via a three year residency followed by examination.
- These are again 12 month fixed term contracts for individuals who are wanting to further their specialist knowledge, by working in their field, to strengthen their application for a residency, whilst applying for a residency programme.
Application timeline
- Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab) The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role.
- Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 5 October 2026.
About the employer
- Fixed term: For 52 weeks.
Heads up
Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.
