Veterinary Career Day

Interested in working with animals? Explore careers in veterinary medicine, meet veterinary professionals, tour the Oregon Humane Society, and get a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work in animal care. You’ll also take part in hands-on activities and learn about different pathways into the veterinary field. Great for students interested in: animals, veterinary medicine, animal care, science, or healthcare.

How to attend:

Step 1: Fill out the student interest form ASAP. (Type your email address and cell number carefully so we can reach you!)

Step 2: Have your parent/guardian fill out the parent/guardian permission form ASAP. (Your application can’t be considered until this is done.) Students who do this early have much better luck at being accepted.

Step 3: PWA will contact you to let you know if you’re accepted or waitlisted, or if the career day is full.

Step 4: Show up and have an amazing time!

Who can attend:

High school students in the Portland metro area are encouraged and welcome to apply. We prioritize students from our partner school districts when space is limited (Gresham-Barlow, North Clackamas, Parkrose Portland Public Schools, Reynolds, Oregon Charter Academy).

PWA Inclusion Statement: We welcome students from all racial backgrounds and ethnicities, citizenship statuses, socioeconomic backgrounds, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, religions and abilities. 

Career Day summary:

What: Veterinary Career Day
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
Time: 8:15 - 12:30
Details: Check in starts at 8:15 AM. Program starts promptly at 8:30.
Location: Oregon Humane Society, Portland
Address: 1067 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland,OR