Proud Supporters of the Next Generation of Veterinary Professionals
Our internship program provides veterinary students and new graduate Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (DVMs) with the opportunity to learn from our experienced team through hands-on experience and dedicated mentorship.
Under the guidance of our skilled veterinarians, our interns gain valuable clinical knowledge while contributing to the compassionate care we provide every day. Whether they are refining their medical skills, learning advanced procedures, or strengthening their client communication, our interns play an essential role in our hospital.
Want to learn more on how you can be part of our program? Explore our internship and externship opportunities.
Dr. Sydney Schumacher - Small Animal Rotating Intern
Dr. Sydney Schumacher is a compassionate and curious veterinary intern originally from New Mexico. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University and is passionate about providing thoughtful, thorough care to animals--big and small.
Dr. Schumacher lives with her husband and a lively menagerie that includes a dog, two cats, four budgies, and a tarantula. Outside of veterinary medicine, she enjoys reading, sewing, and just about any kind of crafting. With a strong foundation in animal health and a genuine love for her work, Sydney is excited to keep learning, building meaningful client relationships, and making a difference in the lives of pets and their people.
Dr. Sean Lewis - Small Animal Rotating Intern
Dr. Sean Lewis is a 2025 graduate from Colorado State University. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, Sean found his passion for animal care through volunteering at wildlife rehabilitation centers across the state. Driven by compassion for conservation and animal welfare, Dr. Lewis strives to provide quality care to animals of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds.
As a Small Animal Rotating Intern at Neel Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Lewis is eager to expand his clinical skills as he takes his first steps into his career.
Dr. Lizney Rudds - Small Animal Rotating Intern
From Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Rudds received her B.S. from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. She received her DVM in 2025 from Purdue University. Dr. Rudds is a Small Animal Rotating Intern at Neel Veterinary Hospital with plans of going into general practice after internship.
Her veterinary interests include exotics and clinical pathology. In her free time, she enjoys taking dance classes and trying new restaurants.