2027 Summer Intern, Surgery Support

About the Role

The Surgery Support Intern is responsible for supporting surgical and perioperative activities involving research animals. This role assists with surgical preparation, anesthesia support, intraoperative monitoring, recovery care, equipment maintenance, and procedural documentation while ensuring compliance with animal welfare regulations, study protocols, and departmental SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and veterinary staff with preparation and execution of surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment for scheduled procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and sterile fields during surgical procedures.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and documentation as directed by veterinary and surgical staff.
• Monitor and record animal observations, vital signs, anesthetic parameters, and procedural data.
• Perform pre-operative and post-operative animal care activities in accordance with approved protocols and SOPs.
• Clean, disinfect, inspect, and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and procedure areas.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking, and organization of surgical supplies and consumables.
• Identify, document, and communicate animal health concerns, equipment issues, or procedural deviations to management and veterinary staff.
• Perform functions in compliance with applicable regulations, animal welfare standards, study protocols, and departmental procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Surgical Services.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be enrolled in an undergrad program preferably in biology, animal science, veterinary track or related field.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to accurately maintain records and documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with veterinarians, surgeons, technicians, and research staff.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to participate in rotating schedules, extended hours, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Qualifications

• HS/GED.