At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as an Equine Intern and gain hands-on experience in veterinary practice.
- Company: Fyrnwy Equine Clinic, a leading specialist equine veterinary practice.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme, and discounted pet care.
- Other info: Structured mentorship and career development opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while developing your veterinary skills.
- Qualifications: Veterinary degree and RCVS registration required; teamwork and communication skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 27500 - 27500 £ per year.
Fyrnwy Equine Clinic has an exciting opportunity for an Equine Intern to join their team.
This will be an 18-month internship programme starting for August 2026 (later start date can be considered).
Fyrnwy Equine Clinic is a specialist equine veterinary practice providing both a highly experienced ambulatory service and a fully equipped surgical referral centre.
As a BEVA‑approved internship practice, we are committed to developing the next generation of equine vets while delivering exceptional care to our patients.
Our purpose‑built hospital in Baschurch, near Shrewsbury, offers outstanding facilities, including advanced diagnostic imaging, an in‑house laboratory, operating theatre, reproduction suite, specialist stabling, and extensive rehabilitation paddocks, enabling us to provide comprehensive medical and surgical care.
Our friendly and supportive team is spread across two sites and includes 19 equine vets, among them a European Specialist, an American Diplomate and two Cert AVPs.
We are supported by experienced equine veterinary nurses, student nurses, yard technicians, and a dedicated clinic and administration team, all working collaboratively to provide the highest standard of care for our patients and clients.
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
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.
Working Pattern
This role follows a varied four‑week rotating schedule, providing an excellent balance of hospital‑based and ambulatory equine practice.
Week 1 & 3: based in clinic, contributing to inpatient care, assisting with surgical procedures, performing general anaesthesia, and taking part in lameness investigations.
Gain experience using MRI, ultrasonography, digital wireless radiography, endoscopy, gastroscopy, and in‑house laboratory diagnostics.
These weeks include participation in a shared clinic on‑call rota.
Week 2: ambulatory service; routine and emergency work, preventive healthcare, dentistry, passporting, stud work during breeding season, emergency call‑outs.
Interns are encouraged to take responsibility for cases, with continuity when patients are referred to the clinic.
Week 4: ambulatory out‑of‑hours rota, covering emergencies from 5:00 pm to 8:00 am. A dedicated experienced second on‑call vet is available to support and advise.
Key Responsibilities
- All aspects of equine veterinary practice: inpatient care, anaesthesia, surgery, lameness work‑ups, advanced diagnostic imaging, and laboratory diagnostics.
- Develop ambulatory skills: preventive care, emergency medicine, stud work, and case management in the field.
- Build confidence, develop clinical decision‑making skills, and take ownership of cases.
- You Might Be a Great Fit If…
- A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS.
- Experience working as part of a clinical veterinary team.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, prioritising workload effectively.
- Clear and confident communication skills with a collaborative approach.
- Positive, proactive attitude to learning and development.
- Interest in evidence‑based veterinary medicine and clinical best practice.
- Professionalism, resilience, ability to remain calm in a busy clinical environment.
- How We’ll Support You
- Structured exposure to a referral or advanced clinical environment.
- Support and mentorship from experienced clinicians and hospital teams.
- Opportunities to participate in ward rounds, teaching sessions, journal clubs, and case discussions.
- Access to learning resources including intern and resident webinars and referral learning content.
- A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, learning, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer Our Team
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme
- Voluntary benefits package
- Discounted staff pet care
- Access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
- Accommodation available through out Internship
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we offer the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
How To Apply
Submit your CV, cover letter, and references via the application link or directly by email to: ryan. powell@ivcevidensia. com
- Key Dates
- Applications Open: 14/07/2026
- Application Deadline: 31/07/2026
- £27,500 Plus Benefits
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