Veterinarian Externship - Chicagoland Area

Looking for a place where you can enjoy great medicine, real work-life balance, and a welcoming community? Boughton Square Animal Clinic is a full-service general practice located in Bolingbrook, IL, a vibrant southwest Chicago suburb offering affordable living, parks and trails, great dining, and easy access to Chicago.

About Us

Since 2009, we’ve proudly served our local community with high-quality veterinary care. Our clinic is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, and an in-house Idexx lab, allowing our doctors to practice excellent medicine with confidence.

What you can expect:

Guided Mentorship

Work one‑on‑one with experienced veterinarians who help set goals aligned with your interests and future career plans. You’ll have the chance to discuss real cases, treatment options, and the reasoning behind clinical decisions.

Hands‑On Experience Across a Spectrum of Care

Be actively involved in daily patient care while learning how to practice medicine across a spectrum of care—from gold‑standard diagnostics and treatment plans to thoughtful, practical alternatives that respect client circumstances and patient quality of life.

Supportive, Ethical Culture

Learn in a welcoming, team‑oriented environment that values communication, honesty, and ethics. You’ll see how spectrum‑of‑care medicine supports strong client relationships without compromising patient welfare.

Customized Learning

Your externship experience is tailored to meet both your academic requirements and personal learning goals—whether you’re interested in general practice, client communication, surgery, or clinical decision‑making within a spectrum‑of‑care framework.

Externship Details

• Open to DVM students who have completed their first year
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary medicine program
• Ideal for students interested in general practice, community‑focused medicine, or exploring spectrum‑of‑care approaches
• Students are eligible to receive reimbursement for eligible expenses, up to $600 per week.

Take the Next Step

Whether you’re set on general practice or still exploring what path fits you best, an externship at Boughton Square offers exposure to real‑world medicine—where thoughtful care, adaptability, and client partnership matter.

It’s a place where learning feels meaningful—and life feels a little easier.

Interested? Let’s talk.
We’d love to show you why Boughton Square might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Toby@bolingbrookvet.com
https://bolingbrookvet.com/