Launch Your Journey into Optometry with New Vision Optometry
The Pre-Optometry Internship Program at New Vision Optometry is designed for aspiring optometrists who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives through eye care. This program offers far more than traditional shadowing, it provides an immersive learning experience within a modern, full-scope medical optometry practice, allowing students to develop clinical skills, gain firsthand patient care experience, and discover what it truly means to serve as a primary eye care provider.
At New Vision Optometry, we believe that great eye care begins with education, compassion, and a commitment to lifelong learning. As an intern, you'll observe how optometrists diagnose, treat, and co-manage a wide range of ocular diseases while building lasting relationships with patients and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Whether it's helping someone see clearly for the first time, preserving vision through early disease detection, or fitting specialty contact lenses that improve quality of life, you'll witness the impact that comprehensive eye care can have every day.
Our team is equally passionate about investing in the future of the profession. We believe that mentorship is one of the greatest ways to preserve and advance private practice optometry. Through this internship, you'll receive guidance from experienced doctors and staff who are committed to helping you grow both personally and professionally as you prepare for optometry school.
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
1. About the New Vision Optometry Pre-Optometry Internship Program
Our internship is designed to help students:
Experience the day-to-day operations of a full-scope private practice.
Understand the evolving role of optometrists as primary eye care physicians.
Gain exposure to medical optometry, ocular disease management, and specialty eye care.
Develop professional communication skills with patients and healthcare team members.
Learn clinical workflows and patient care fundamentals.
Receive mentorship from experienced doctors and staff.
Build confidence before applying to optometry school.
2. Program Requirements
Applicants should meet the following qualifications:
Commit to 6–12 months in the program.
Dedicate 8 hours per week (one full day or two half days).
Be a college student with an interest in pursuing Optometry (pre-optometry students preferred).
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
3. Clinical Experience
Our goal is to provide an engaging, hands-on educational experience where interns actively participate in the patient care process under appropriate supervision.
Interns may have the opportunity to:
Observe comprehensive eye examinations.
Perform patient pre-testing.
Obtain patient histories.
Scribe for the doctors during examinations.
Learn how advanced diagnostic technology supports patient care.
Observe specialty contact lens fittings, myopia management, and medical eye care.
Experience the daily operations of a successful private practice.
4. Preparing for Optometry School
We are committed to helping our interns become competitive applicants for optometry school.
Program benefits include:
Personalized mentorship throughout the internship.
Guidance on optometry school applications and career planning.
Mock interviews with our doctors.
Professional development and career advice.
A letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the internship, based on performance and professionalism.
Our goal is not only to provide an exceptional educational experience but also to help you confidently take the next step toward becoming an optometrist.
5. Future Opportunities
Outstanding interns may be considered for available part-time employment opportunities following the completion of the internship, based on clinic needs and individual performance.