THE CALFTERNSHIP

What is the Calfternship?

• Paid, 2–3-week externship, focusing on the calf raising sector, for second-, third-, and fourth-year veterinary students interested in bovine medicine and research.
• $500 travel stipend, plus $500 per week; housing provided by CalfCare.
• Work alongside veterinarians and staff on client consultations, research trial design and support, research animal care and processing, emergency calls, vaccination protocols, diagnostics, and necropsy.
• Contribute to case discussions as a “Junior DVM” to build critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• On the final Thursday, present an externship case or topic at the morning veterinarian meeting.

How are Calfterns selected?

• Apply for Fall 2027 and/or Spring 2028 through the ATS link by February 28, 2027.
• Submit the application, resume, cover letter, and three references.
• A committee of CalfCare employees will select up to four Calfterns for the 27-28 school year.

Who is CalfCare?

• We are a calf-exclusive veterinary practice in northern Indiana and a member of the Heritage Vet Partners network.
• Service provided to clients raising dairy and dairy-cross feeder calves, dairy replacement heifers, and dairy and beef feeder cattle across Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, and Illinois.
• Services include preventive medicine, vaccine protocols, diagnostics, management consultation, contract research and development, and supplies to support client success and profitability.

Questions? Email kim@calfcarevet.com or call Kim at (260) 982-7596. Visit www.calfcarevet.com.