International opportunities in veterinary medicine
Are you looking to combine foreign travel or cultural immersion with training, education, or service projects? Do you want to donate supplies, equipment or textbooks to those in need? Or maybe you’re seeking a job with global reach? These resources can help you find the opportunity that’s right for you.
AVMA resources connect you globally
- Veterinary Career Center (search “International” under location)
- International opportunities for U.S. students
- Student externship locator
- Donate unused journals, textbooks, and supplies
- One Health opportunities
- AVMA-AFSCAN Twinning Program
Opportunities in the U.S. and abroad
The following organizations offer service and educational opportunities for veterinary professionals and students interested in international affairs:
- Christian Veterinary Mission
- Equitarian Initiative
- International Veterinary Students’ Association exchange programs
- Mazunte Project
- Project Samaná
- Remote Area Medical Veterinary Program
- Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS)
- Silent Heroes Foundation
- South Pacific Animal Welfare
- Vet Treks Foundation
- Veterinarians Without Borders U.S.
- ViDAS
- World Vets
Ways to support veterinary medicine without travelling
Can't take the time away from your practice or studies at home? These are just some of the organizations that could use your support—in donations of money, supplies, or expertise without travelling—to benefit animal and human health:
Note: These links are provided as a convenience only and don’t constitute an endorsement or approval by the AVMA. Please contact the external sites for answers to questions regarding their content.