Veterinary Internship - Equine

Sussex Equine Hospital is offering an exciting internship for motivated veterinarians looking to gain hands-on experience in a busy referral hospital. You will work under the guidance of board-certified specialists, assisting with a wide range of lameness, medical, and surgical cases. Your responsibilities will include:

Located in beautiful West Sussex, our state-of-the-art, purpose-built referral hospital offers a stunning working environment. Explore the South Downs, relax at nearby beaches, or enjoy city life in Brighton and London with excellent train links.

Our hospital features three hospital barns, a separate isolation facility, a modern surgical suite, advanced imaging facilities including CT, MRI, and nuclear medicine, and on-site laboratories, Also Free accommodation will be provided during your Internship. You can see more about our facilities on our website: www.sussexequinehospital.co.uk.

Our team is made up of highly trained specialists (4 Surgeons, 2 Internists, 1 Theriogenologist, and 1 Sports Medicine Specialist), along with dedicated equine nurses, trainee nurses, grooms, administration staff, 12 ambulatory vets, and 3 resident trainee vets. We pride ourselves on a friendly, supportive environment where learning and professional growth are a priority.

IVC is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC , we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Intern, you will gain valuable exposure to a referral or advanced clinical environment, working collaboratively with experienced veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support teams to deliver high-quality patient and client care.

This role is designed to support your clinical development, build confidence in managing more complex cases, and deepen your understanding of evidence-based veterinary medicine. You’ll actively participate in ward rounds, case discussions, and clinical governance activities, while being supported by senior clinicians and mentors.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a motivated and enthusiastic veterinary surgeon who is keen to develop their clinical skills within a supportive referral or advanced-care setting. You’ll bring:

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your clinical development and future career progression. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

What We Offer Our Team

How to Apply