Centre County PAWS is offering the opportunity for a limited number of Penn State undergraduate students to obtain hands-on shelter medicine experience. Students will work with PAWS’ on-site veterinarian assisting with and observing health care for a variety of feline and canine conditions.
Participants can expect the following:
- Assist with a wide range of extensive surgical procedures
- Help with pre/post op animal care
- Assist with dental procedures
- Learn Fear-Free handling techniques
- Understand herd health management
- Learn proper disinfection protocol in a veterinary & animal shelter setting
- Possibly obtain a Veterinarian letter of recommendation dependent upon performance
Candidates for this position should meet the following qualifications:
- Enrolled full time at Penn State in a major that prepares them for admission to veterinary school and is currently at a junior or senior level of study.
- Can commit to attend at least two weekday mornings per week at PAWS from approximately 9AM-12PM for a full semester
- Has transportation to/from our facility.
- Intends to pursue a career in veterinary science.
This is a volunteer position designed to give exposure and experience to individuals intending to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Applications for the Fall 2025 semester are accepted through July 15, 2025. Interested individuals should send a letter-of-intent outlining their interest in and qualifications for the position to PAWS’ Medical Manager, Colin Assadinia, at colin@centrecountypaws.org.
