Internship Sharjah Equine Hospital
The Sharjah Equine Hospital is offering young veterinarians a possibility to enhance their
basic knowledge and skills acquired during their studies as well as to integrate them in
clinical activities.
The hospital interns rotate through the surgery, medicine and anesthesia services. Primary
responsibilities will include diagnostics and care of hospital patients, emergency duty,
anesthesia, radiology, assisting with pre-purchase and lameness examinations, medicine
procedures and surgery. The interns will also assist and observe routine reproductive
work, neonatal and foal evaluation and medicine. The intern will work under the
supervision of and will be supported by Diplomates (ECVS / ACVS) and recognized
specialists.
Interns will participate actively in the organization of the hospital. They will also be
encouraged to set and meet personal goals such as preparing case reports and / or
scientific presentations.
All applicants must be DVM or have an equivalent degree in Veterinary Medicine.
Preference might be given to individuals with equine experience or credentials in this
field. A good knowledge of English is necessary.
Internships are for 6 months and can be extended for an additional 6 months by mutual
agreement. An internship is a salaried position with benefits such as free housing and
availability of a car for personal and professional use.
To apply for this internship position, please fax or mail curriculum vitae, letter of intent
and 2 letters of reference to Dr. Mieke De Rijck (miekedr@emirates.net.ae), Hospital
Director. If you have any questions regarding this position, please direct your inquiry to
Ruth Soley (ruthsoley@gmail.com), Hospital Administrator.
Dr. Mieke De Rijck, DVM.
Sharjah Equine Hospital
PO Box 29858
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Tel. 00971/ 6 531 18 81
Fax. 00971/6 531 16 16