Hospitals/Clinics
Yorba Linda Regional Animal Hospital
Volunteer at one of the biggest animals in the area. Tasks include: working in kennels, handling pets, and communicating with clients.
Website: http://www.yorbaregionalvets.com
Phone: (714) 921-8700
Animal Medical Clinic
Located on Imperial HWY and Associated Rd. in Brea Looking for volunteers for their clinic. Mostly a vaccine clinic but is a small animal practice.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 990-1411
Aquarium of the Pacific
Get involved and be an intern at the Aquarium of the Pacific. The following internships are available during fall, spring, or summer terms.
For more information about the program, click on the link below for more details.
Website: http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/volunteer/college_internships/
Volunteer at one of the biggest animals in the area. Tasks include: working in kennels, handling pets, and communicating with clients.
Website: http://www.yorbaregionalvets.com
Phone: (714) 921-8700
Animal Medical Clinic
Located on Imperial HWY and Associated Rd. in Brea Looking for volunteers for their clinic. Mostly a vaccine clinic but is a small animal practice.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 990-1411
Aquarium of the Pacific
Get involved and be an intern at the Aquarium of the Pacific. The following internships are available during fall, spring, or summer terms.
For more information about the program, click on the link below for more details.
Website: http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/volunteer/college_internships/
Santa Ana Zoo
The Santa Ana Zoo, through fun, adventure, and learning, empowers the community to save wildlife and wild spaces.
The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park has been known as "a jewel of Orange County" since its opening in 1952. Today, this small zoo is an oasis in the city where families can play, learn, and spend time connecting with nature together. Featuring plants and animals of South America, the Santa Ana Zoo is home to many species of primates and a variety of endangered species from the region. Volunteers play an important role in many departments of the Zoo and Friends of Santa Ana Zoo (FOSAZ, a non-profit support organization). We truly could not do everything we do for the community without our volunteers. Everything we do contributes to our mission "To instill a passion for the natural world through recreation, conservation and education."
Welcome to SAZOO, The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park
The Santa Ana Zoo, through fun, adventure, and learning, empowers the community to save wildlife and wild spaces.
The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park has been known as "a jewel of Orange County" since its opening in 1952. Today, this small zoo is an oasis in the city where families can play, learn, and spend time connecting with nature together. Featuring plants and animals of South America, the Santa Ana Zoo is home to many species of primates and a variety of endangered species from the region. Volunteers play an important role in many departments of the Zoo and Friends of Santa Ana Zoo (FOSAZ, a non-profit support organization). We truly could not do everything we do for the community without our volunteers. Everything we do contributes to our mission "To instill a passion for the natural world through recreation, conservation and education."
Welcome to SAZOO, The Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park
Shelter/Rescue Volunteer Opportunities
Lions Tigers & Bears
An exotic animal sanctuary and educational facility in Alpine, CA. Situated on 93 acres outside of Alpine, California, on the edge of the Cleveland National Forest, Lions Tigers & Bears is an animal sanctuary for rescued big cats, bears and other exotic animals in beautiful San Diego County. Nestled in a scenic landscape of majestic oak trees, meadows, and rolling hills, our sanctuary offers an idyllic, natural habitat for more than 60 animals who have been neglected and abused in captivity across the country. The ranch provides a peaceful refuge for the animals to live with dignity in a safe, nurturing environment, where they can run, play, swim and enjoy fresh air. Your membership, sponsorship, and support mean the world to us and ensure the animals get a second chance at a better tomorrow.
Volunteer/Intern (lionstigersandbears.org)
An exotic animal sanctuary and educational facility in Alpine, CA. Situated on 93 acres outside of Alpine, California, on the edge of the Cleveland National Forest, Lions Tigers & Bears is an animal sanctuary for rescued big cats, bears and other exotic animals in beautiful San Diego County. Nestled in a scenic landscape of majestic oak trees, meadows, and rolling hills, our sanctuary offers an idyllic, natural habitat for more than 60 animals who have been neglected and abused in captivity across the country. The ranch provides a peaceful refuge for the animals to live with dignity in a safe, nurturing environment, where they can run, play, swim and enjoy fresh air. Your membership, sponsorship, and support mean the world to us and ensure the animals get a second chance at a better tomorrow.
Volunteer/Intern (lionstigersandbears.org)
Critter Care Wildlife Society
Internship:
Want to partake in an internship in Canada while gaining animal experience?!
Apply for an internship with Critter Care Wildlife Society where you will work in a mammal rehab center.
You will have the opportunity to care for animals such as skunks, squirrels, raccoons, etc.
This opportunity is a great experience so apply while space is limited for each term.
For more information about the program, click on the link below for more details.
Website: http://www.crittercarewildlife.org/index.php/intern/internship
Volunteer: Volunteer at Critter Care (crittercarewildlife.org)
Internship:
Want to partake in an internship in Canada while gaining animal experience?!
Apply for an internship with Critter Care Wildlife Society where you will work in a mammal rehab center.
You will have the opportunity to care for animals such as skunks, squirrels, raccoons, etc.
This opportunity is a great experience so apply while space is limited for each term.
For more information about the program, click on the link below for more details.
Website: http://www.crittercarewildlife.org/index.php/intern/internship
Volunteer: Volunteer at Critter Care (crittercarewildlife.org)
LA Animal Services
We are looking for volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of abandoned and orphaned animals in our care. We need friendly, outgoing and personable volunteers to assist the public and work with the staff in our animal shelters and at on-site and off-site adoption events.
Our dogs, cats, rabbits, and other animals are in need of care, attention, walking, playing, socialization and engaging with people in order to help them find homes to go to. You may choose to work with any or all of our animal populations. Volunteers are also needed to assist with other important roles such as: adoptions, kennels, greeting customers, photography, videography, playgroups, grooming, humane education, public relations and some office tasks.
Volunteer opportunities are available during our business hours; Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. and Sunday, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Shelters are closed on Mondays and on holidays.
Phone: (323) 224-2350
Website: About Volunteering | LA Animal Services
We are looking for volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of abandoned and orphaned animals in our care. We need friendly, outgoing and personable volunteers to assist the public and work with the staff in our animal shelters and at on-site and off-site adoption events.
Our dogs, cats, rabbits, and other animals are in need of care, attention, walking, playing, socialization and engaging with people in order to help them find homes to go to. You may choose to work with any or all of our animal populations. Volunteers are also needed to assist with other important roles such as: adoptions, kennels, greeting customers, photography, videography, playgroups, grooming, humane education, public relations and some office tasks.
Volunteer opportunities are available during our business hours; Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. and Sunday, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Shelters are closed on Mondays and on holidays.
Phone: (323) 224-2350
Website: About Volunteering | LA Animal Services
I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue
As a 100% volunteer organization, I.C.A.R.E. enthusiastically welcomes all volunteers who share our goal of providing the best possible care for all our rescued dogs. Besides fostering or adopting a dog in need, there are many other ways in which you can make a meaningful contribution. Tasks include such activities as transporting dogs to and from adoption events or medical appointments, caring for our dogs at the events, or performing home checks. We always make every effort to find a position that matches an individual’s interests, skills, and availability.
For more information on how to volunteer, click the link below
Website: Volunteer — I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue (icaredogrescue.org)
As a 100% volunteer organization, I.C.A.R.E. enthusiastically welcomes all volunteers who share our goal of providing the best possible care for all our rescued dogs. Besides fostering or adopting a dog in need, there are many other ways in which you can make a meaningful contribution. Tasks include such activities as transporting dogs to and from adoption events or medical appointments, caring for our dogs at the events, or performing home checks. We always make every effort to find a position that matches an individual’s interests, skills, and availability.
For more information on how to volunteer, click the link below
Website: Volunteer — I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue (icaredogrescue.org)
OC Animal Care (OC Animal Shelter)
OC Animal Care is extremely fortunate to have hundreds of dedicated volunteers that assist our shelter on a daily basis. Each year, our volunteers contribute more than 100,000 hours of service to the shelter. Volunteers assist by hosting donation drives, socializing and grooming available animals, leading shelter tours, educating the public about responsible pet ownership, attending community events, and participating in special shelter events.
Our volunteers play an integral role in placing animals and promoting shelter adoption. We couldn’t do everything that we do without their support! We truly appreciate their choice to join our team in helping more animals find their forever homes!
If you would like additional information about our community service projects or volunteer opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities | OC Animal Care (ocpetinfo.com)
OC Animal Care is extremely fortunate to have hundreds of dedicated volunteers that assist our shelter on a daily basis. Each year, our volunteers contribute more than 100,000 hours of service to the shelter. Volunteers assist by hosting donation drives, socializing and grooming available animals, leading shelter tours, educating the public about responsible pet ownership, attending community events, and participating in special shelter events.
Our volunteers play an integral role in placing animals and promoting shelter adoption. We couldn’t do everything that we do without their support! We truly appreciate their choice to join our team in helping more animals find their forever homes!
If you would like additional information about our community service projects or volunteer opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities | OC Animal Care (ocpetinfo.com)
Travel Veterinary Shadowing Opportunities
Loop Abroad
"Loop Abroad is a student travel organization that began with a singular mission: provide the best hands-on study abroad for students pursuing careers working with animals."
*You can reach out to Destiny if you would like to hear from someone who has gone through the program
Loop Abroad - Unforgettable Veterinary Study Abroad and Service
*You can reach out to Destiny if you would like to hear from someone who has gone through the program
Loop Abroad - Unforgettable Veterinary Study Abroad and Service
Doctors in Italy
"The Doctors in Italy Pre-Vet Fellowship Program is a unique experience to appreciate the breadth of opportunities that a degree in Veterinary Medicine can offer while immersed in Italian culture and stunning natural landscapes. By shadowing veterinary professionals specialized in different disciplines, you will learn about animal welfare and behavior, basic clinical examination skills, animal nutrition, zoonotic diseases, the importance of the human-animal interactions and many other topics."
*You can reach out to Nicole if you would like to hear from someone who has gone through the program
Pre-vet Program | Doctors In Italy
*You can reach out to Nicole if you would like to hear from someone who has gone through the program
Pre-vet Program | Doctors In Italy
Scholarships
Minority Students in Veterinary Medicine Scholarship
More information at: Minority Students in Veterinary Medicine Scholarship - 365 Pet Insurance
More information at: Minority Students in Veterinary Medicine Scholarship - 365 Pet Insurance
Additional Opportunities
UC Davis Pre-Health Conference
October 14th, 2023
The UC Davis Pre-Health Student Alliance (formerly AMSA ARC/UCD) is a partnership between the pre-medical and pre-health student organizations, fraternities, and sororities at UC-Davis and other local colleges in Sacramento. All are committed to expanding the educational influence of the annual pre-medical and pre-public health conference.
For more information about the conference: http://www.ucdprehealth.org
October 14th, 2023
The UC Davis Pre-Health Student Alliance (formerly AMSA ARC/UCD) is a partnership between the pre-medical and pre-health student organizations, fraternities, and sororities at UC-Davis and other local colleges in Sacramento. All are committed to expanding the educational influence of the annual pre-medical and pre-public health conference.
For more information about the conference: http://www.ucdprehealth.org
APVMA SYMPOSIUM
March 24-25 2023
The APVMA Symposium is an annual two-day event that brings together prospective pre-veterinary students from all over the country. This event is a great opportunity for students to learn more about the field of veterinary medicine. It is a great experience because it exposes and provides students with an opportunity to speak with representatives from different veterinary schools while attending. The National Symposium this year will be hosted by Kansas State University with both virtual and in person options for those still unable to travel.
The APVMA Symposium comes with many learning prospects, new friendships, and a greater sense of how to achieve the dreams of becoming a veterinarian. An entire day of the symposium is filled with lectures and hands-on labs pertaining to advances, techniques, and opportunities in the field of veterinary medicine. Hopefully this year, we will provide a similar aspect that we've achieved in past symposiums. Although we will not have hands-on labs, but they will be virtual so you can still learn an abundant amount of information. Lectures will be given by individuals in the field of veterinary medicine that have made significant contributions to the profession. Additionally, there are sessions about the veterinary application process, preparing for veterinary school and much more!
This Year's APVMA Symposium - TO PROMOTE AND STIMULATE INTEREST IN THE FIELD OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
March 24-25 2023
The APVMA Symposium is an annual two-day event that brings together prospective pre-veterinary students from all over the country. This event is a great opportunity for students to learn more about the field of veterinary medicine. It is a great experience because it exposes and provides students with an opportunity to speak with representatives from different veterinary schools while attending. The National Symposium this year will be hosted by Kansas State University with both virtual and in person options for those still unable to travel.
The APVMA Symposium comes with many learning prospects, new friendships, and a greater sense of how to achieve the dreams of becoming a veterinarian. An entire day of the symposium is filled with lectures and hands-on labs pertaining to advances, techniques, and opportunities in the field of veterinary medicine. Hopefully this year, we will provide a similar aspect that we've achieved in past symposiums. Although we will not have hands-on labs, but they will be virtual so you can still learn an abundant amount of information. Lectures will be given by individuals in the field of veterinary medicine that have made significant contributions to the profession. Additionally, there are sessions about the veterinary application process, preparing for veterinary school and much more!
This Year's APVMA Symposium - TO PROMOTE AND STIMULATE INTEREST IN THE FIELD OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
Western University College of Veterinary Medicine Open House
Saturday April 15th, 2023, 9am- 2 pm
"A fun filled day packed with activities and animal demonstrations. Learn about becoming a veterinarian and pet care."
Event Flyer
WesternU College of Veterinary Medicine: A College Without Walls
Saturday April 15th, 2023, 9am- 2 pm
"A fun filled day packed with activities and animal demonstrations. Learn about becoming a veterinarian and pet care."
Event Flyer
WesternU College of Veterinary Medicine: A College Without Walls
Vet Med Survival Guide
Link to Pre-Vet Student resources
Resources – Pre-Vet Students - VetMed Survival Guide
Link to Pre-Vet Student resources
Resources – Pre-Vet Students - VetMed Survival Guide
