At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in equine veterinary care and advanced clinical practices.
- Company: Join Fyrnwy Equine Clinic, a leading specialist in equine veterinary services.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, healthcare plan, and discounts on pet care.
- Other info: Structured mentorship and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while developing your veterinary skills.
- Qualifications: Must have a veterinary degree and be registered with the RCVS.
The predicted salary is between 45293 - 55359 £ 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 in August 2026 (a 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, an operating theatre, a 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 CertAVPs. 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.
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. During Weeks 1 and 3, you will be based in our clinic, where you will contribute to inpatient care, assist with surgical procedures, perform general anaesthesia, and take part in lameness investigations. You'll also gain experience using our extensive diagnostic facilities, including MRI, ultrasonography, digital wireless radiography, endoscopy, gastroscopy, and in-house laboratory diagnostics. These weeks include participation in a shared clinic on-call rota. Weeks 2 and 4 are spent in our ambulatory service, delivering high-quality care to patients in the field. Week 2 focuses on routine and emergency ambulatory work, including preventative healthcare, dentistry, passporting, stud work during the breeding season, and emergency call-outs. We actively encourage interns to take responsibility for their own cases, with continuity of care when patients are referred to the clinic. Week 4 is dedicated to the ambulatory out-of-hours rota, covering emergencies from 5:00 pm to 8:00 am while being off during the day. A dedicated and experienced second on-call vet is always available to provide support and advice.
Key Responsibilities
As an intern, you will play an active role in all aspects of equine veterinary practice, including inpatient care, anaesthesia, surgery, lameness work-ups, advanced diagnostic imaging, and laboratory diagnostics. You will also develop your ambulatory skills through routine preventative care, emergency medicine, stud work, and case management in the field. Throughout the programme, you'll be encouraged to build confidence, develop clinical decision-making skills, and take ownership of your cases, while working alongside an experienced and supportive team committed to your professional development.
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, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Clear and confident communication skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork
- A positive and proactive attitude to learning and development
- An interest in evidence-based veterinary medicine and clinical best practice
- Professionalism, resilience, and the 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 aspiring 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 throughout Internship
Key Dates
- Applications Open: 14/07/2026
- Application Deadline: 31/07/2026
£27,500 Plus Benefits
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