Zootechnics / Micro-Biology / Genetics Careerships, Peru
Location: Peru: Rural Areas
Term: Throughout the year
Program Duration: 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad), 7-12 months (includes high school academic year abroad), 9-12 weeks, over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: Ongoing
Call Us
Phone: UK +44 (0) 207 193 2652 / USA +1 (415) 315 9942
Description
This placement is with a highly specialized government body, which works to investigate and implement the increase the quality of stock of Llamas, Vacunas and Alpacas in this Andean Region. Since the agrarian revolution in the mid 20th Century, there has been a lot of loss of knowledge and experience of how to best manage Llama and Alpaca livestock. This government body was formed to reintroduce good livestock practice into the local population, investigate new and better ways to increase the quality of livestock, and implement initiatives to help develop this industry.
Highlights
You will be afforded the opportunity to work alongside local scientists, project staff and farmers. There a number of different activities you can participate in, including;
* Laboratory work, processing and analysing samples
* Alimentation studies
* Artificial Insemination
* Invitro Fertilisation
* Embryonic Transfer
* Microbiology
* Genetic Research
* Reproductive research
* Educational seminars with the local farmers and staff.
There are opportunities to conduct your own research questions. Get in touch with us to find out more.
Qualifications
* Min age 18 - Max age 80
* Minimum 3 months commitment - 25+ hours a week.
* Enthusiasm, interest and prior knowledge in Zootechnia, veterinary science, biology or any other relevant subjects
* Good level of Spanish
* Full travel & medical insurance
* Necessary vaccinations
* Necessary flights & visas
Intern Types
- Agricultural Economics
- Animal Sciences
- Agricultural Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biology(General)
- Field-Study
- Environmental Management
- Sustainable Development
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Languages
- Spanish
Cost in US$:
850 USD Project Fee per month + 249 GBP Placement Fee
Cost Include Description:
Includes all food, accommodation, 24/7 support, airport pickup and programme activities.
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- animal welfare
- biological research
- conservation
- research
- volunteering
- wildlife surveying
This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Group living
- Dormitory
Participants Travel to Peru
Independently or in Groups
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is
1-3 daysGlobal Nomadic Ltd's Mission Statement
Global Nomadic hosts a variety of projects and internships around the world, specially chosen for their ability to enhance career prospects in unique and diverse areas. We seek to specialise in serious placements, catering for those looking to get a foot in the door to the career they aspire to. We put you directly in touch with the project provider, offering a complete and ethical service.
Year Founded
2009
