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Specialty Internship positions in Internal Medicine and Surgery at the Small Animal Clinic

Website University of Bern

Your goal

Are you looking to further your clinical development in internal medicine or surgery for dogs and cats while also gaining experience in emergency medicine? At the Small Animal Clinic of the University of Bern, you will work in an interdisciplinary team and learn from specialists in various fields.

Tasks

During your training:

You will receive clinical training in internal medicine or surgery and, together with the team, care for patients in our small animal clinic. Case discussions, regular teaching sessions, and professional exchange with specialists will accompany your practical work.
50% of your time will be dedicated to emergency services. This includes night, weekend, and holiday shifts with appropriate compensation.

What you can expect from us:

Comprehensive clinical training at a university referral clinic, structured teaching, and close collaboration with Diplomates from European and American specialist colleges as well as colleagues from various disciplines.

Your profile

  • Completed studies in veterinary medicine
  • Experience in emergency services
  • Interest in emergency and intensive care medicine as well as internal medicine or surgery
  • Teamwork skills, initiative and commitment
  • Excellent oral and written German and French skills (C1 or C2) as well as English skills.

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Your benefits

Collaborative environment and ambitious team

Central location in the heart of Bern

Healthy corporate culture and good working environment

Team-oriented work

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Working at UniBE

The University of Bern offers not only exciting opportunities, but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity, and equal opportunities. Discover what makes us a great employer and how you can advance your career with us.

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Application and contact

Please apply by October 31, 2026, and indicate whether you are applying for an internal medicine or surgical internship.

Submit the following documents as a single PDF:

  • Short letter of motivation (not AI generated)
  • Tabular CV
  • Copy of the final diploma in veterinary medicine
  • Proof of completed internship or equivalent clinical experience
  • Contact details of two professional references

Questions about the position?

Franck Forterre or Simone Schuller
franck.forterre@unibe.ch or simone.schuller@unibe.ch

Questions about the application process?

Human Resources Department
dkv.personal.vetsuisse@unibe.ch

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