ASPCA NYC Forensic Sciences Externship
In partnership with the New York City Police Department, the Forensic Sciences team works to support casework and advance and execute the application of veterinary medicine and forensic sciences to the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of cruelty to animals. Externs will be exposed to all the basic areas of forensic veterinary medicine through expert mentorship.
“I'm so glad I was able to do an externship with the Forensics Sciences team—I learned so much. I think it's so important to be able to recognize signs of suspected animal abuse, and I feel much more prepared to do that in my future clinics.”
Program FAQs
Begin the application process here. You can also apply for aid via the Veterinary Externship Reimbursement for NYC.
Please apply at least six months prior to the requested start date.
We can accommodate externs for 2-4 weeks. If another time frame is needed, we may be able to accommodate it.
Unfortunately, we do not offer housing accommodations or parking. We do offer reimbursement for some program expenses. Learn more. Find helpful information on places to stay in NYC.
At our facility you'll find:
- Examination room
- Photography equipment
- Digital radiographs
- Necropsy room
- Crime Scene Equipment
- Secure Evidence Locker
For additional information, please email NYCForensicExternship@aspca.org