Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago

bondvet· Nurse / Veterinary Technician
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📍 Chicago, IL

About this role

Bond Vet is on a mission to strengthen the human-animal bond through better pet care. We offer primary and urgent care, so we’re there for pets when they need us most. Our clinics are designed with pets and people in mind: warm, friendly, and highly sniffable. We balance this design with a strong focus on technology, all built in-house, which means we can easily innovate our systems to improve the veterinary team, pet, and client experience.

 

“What I love most is working with individuals dedicated to supporting one another. There's a spirit amongst the team to help each other grow, learn, and accomplish goals— both personally and professionally.” — Christina C., Senior Nurse

The Opportunity:

Are you looking to complete your externship in a state-of-the-art veterinary clinic with thoughtful mentorship and exposure to a variety of cases?At Bond Vet, we believe the role of a conventional veterinary technician has not realized its full potential in any GP or urgent-care clinical environment, and it is our mission to bring this role to the modern day. As an extern with us, you’re sure to find a supportive and successful start to your veterinary career.

Our veterinary technicians use their medical knowledge and clinical skills to provide routine and urgent care every day. You’ll participate in surgery and dental procedures, shadow appointments with credentialed veterinary technicians, and educate the pet parents who walk in our door.  

We'll look out for you and encourage you to grow your skill set, helping you learn and setting up appropriate CE events and mentorship to support you through your externship with us.  

What You'll Do:

  • Focus on patient care, with support from our veterinary assistants and remote nurse team you'll be able to concentrate on the patients in front of you. 
  • Work side by side with veterinarians pushing the boundaries of veterinary medicine and providing top-quality patient care, supporting communities across your region.
  • Your skills will be thoroughly developed through providing insights and techniques that introduce you to a full scope of practice. 
  • Use innovative technologies, new medical equipment, and more as you pilot clinic tools that have not yet broken into the mainstream.
  • Attend internal educational events provided by our Medical Operations Team.

You'll Get:

  • Competitive pay range $7.25-$17.95 per hour | Pay varies based on university policy and location
  • A place to grow: culture that is centered in learning and development, career pathing, mentorships, empowerment and trust.

You Have:

  • Must be enrolled in an AVMA accredited veterinary technician or veterinary nursing program and will be in a class that requires externship hours and/or skills.

Bond Vet is only considering applicants who have independent unrestricted valid authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer and accept new employment for this position. Bond Vet does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and cannot facilitate F-1 visa STEM OPT for this role.

At ​​Bond Vet, we’re proud to be vet founded and vet led.  We are on a mission to enhance the human-animal bond through innovative urgent and primary care combined with seasoned expertise, friendliness, and compassion. Our clinics combine modern design, seamless technology, and a collaborative culture. We believe veterinary professionals deserve a career they love, not just a job. Our unique offerings include work-life flexibility, competitive pay and the chance to shape your own path. With industry-leading NPS scores, our approach resonates. Join us for a rewarding career where we work happy, feel empowered and are obsessed with pets. bondvet.com
 
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Employment with Bond Vet is contingent upon the Company's completion of a satisfactory investigation of your background.
 

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The salary for this Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago role at bondvet is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago position at bondvet located?
This Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago role at bondvet is based in Chicago, IL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago at bondvet belong to?
This Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago position is part of the Nurse / Veterinary Technician department at bondvet. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago position at bondvet?
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When was the Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago job at bondvet posted?
This Veterinary Technician Externship - Chicago position at bondvet was posted on Apr 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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