{"id":16556,"date":"2019-09-16T19:42:27","date_gmt":"2019-09-16T09:42:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veterinarycareers.com.au\/dev\/?p=16556"},"modified":"2019-09-16T19:42:53","modified_gmt":"2019-09-16T09:42:53","slug":"vet-student-externship-wild-sun-externship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veterinarycareers.com.au\/dev\/vet-student-externship-wild-sun-externship\/","title":{"rendered":"Vet Student Externship – Wild Sun Externship"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Wild Sun Externship<\/h1>\n
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a veterinary externship like no other<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Our 4 week vet student externship focuses on the veterinarian\u2019s role in conservation medicine.\u00a0 Follow our vets as they treat injured wildlife and give support to 2 very different yet interrelated conservation initiatives.\u00a0 You will participate and learn from a wildlife rescue center and a Scarlet Macaw reintroduction program on the same site.\u00a0 Our goal is to inspire you to be a voice for conservation and to show you how, as a future veterinarian, you can make a difference in saving wildlife and their habitats in all corners of the world.<\/p>\n

We have specialized tracks for 1st & 2nd year vet students and 3rd & 4th year vet students.\u00a0We also have a Pre-Vet Internship<\/a> for those preparing to apply to vet school.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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EXTERNSHIP APPLICATION<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Wild Sun Rescue Center<\/h2>\n

At the rescue center, in addition to practicing animal husbandry and rehabilitation in the ICU, students will assist in necessary surgeries and emergency procedures.\u00a0Students may practice proper restraint techniques for mammals, birds and reptiles, perform physical exams and hands-off evaluations, identify and treat parasites, administer fluids, perform necropsies, practice syringe and tube feeding techniques as well as suturing, wound care and identifying stages of healing. Patient rounds will be conducted often along with topic discussions and presentations.\u00a0 There will be onsite labs and demonstrations, evaluation and feedback meetings and execution of specialty projects that could include nutrition research, proper use of medications, or even enclosure design.<\/p>\n

Among other things, students will gain a deeper knowledge of what conservation medicine is and how it differs from exotic and zoo medicine, what role a veterinarian plays in conservation, and when and how animals can return to the wild.\u00a0 Animals that we often have in care are the Mantled Howler Monkey, White Faced Capuchin, Collared Anteater, White-nosed Coati, Kinkajou, Agouti, Lowland Paca, Spotted Skunk, Northern Raccoon, Nine-banded Armadillo, White-tailed Deer, Variegated Squirrel, Mexican Hairy Porcupine, Woolly and Common Opossum, and a variety of \u00a0birds. When possible, we will also participate in spay and neuter campaigns to help control the local dog and cat population, which threatens wildlife daily.\u00a0 These clinics happen 3 times a year.<\/p>\n

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\n<\/strong>If you\u2019re a 1st or 2nd year vet student, our program will give you valuable practice and hands-on experience with various and exciting exotic species. For 3rd and 4th year vet students, our 4 week externship will count for out-rotation credit in your college of veterinary medicine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Scarlet Macaw Reintroduction<\/h2>\n

As students you will learn how to care for these birds and the process it takes for a species reintroduction program to be carried out.\u00a0 Among other tasks, when applicable, you will help micro chip and extract blood for DNA testing.\u00a0 \u00a0You may even be asked to monitor the health of recently released Macaws.<\/p>\n

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We’ll also take the time out to take advantage of some of the natural wonders of Costa Rica!\u00a0 Be they waterfalls, ocean voyages or beautiful sunsets, adventure awaits.\u00a0 Students will get to visit the Montezuma Waterfalls, Isla Cabuya Cemetery Island, go horseback riding or zip lining through the jungle, dip into a cliffside infinity pool with a swim up bar and view wildlife while hiking Cabo Blanco-\u00a0Costa Rica’s first national park,\u00a0amongst other outings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How It Works<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Rolling Admissions for VET STUDENT externships starting all Sundays, November – early April.
\nFrom May-September we have set starting dates in 4 week intervals.
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Summer Sessions 2020 for vet<\/strong> or pre-vet <\/strong>students:<\/h3>\n

Session 1 M<\/strong>ay 17th – June 14th<\/h2>\n

Session 2<\/strong> June 14th – July 12th<\/h2>\n

Session 3<\/strong> July 12th – August 9th<\/h2>\n

Session 4<\/strong> August 9th – September 6th<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Program Fee: $5,850 usd <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many of our students receive grants and scholarships to attend from their schools. Please check with your student affairs and study abroad offices for what is available. We also have provided links at the bottom of the page for opportunities outside of your school. ***<\/strong><\/p>\n

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