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Ecuadorian Amazon Conservation Internship
Location: Ecuador: Otavalo, Rural Areas
Term: Throughout the year
Program Duration: 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad)
Dates: Please visit the website for upcoming start dates
66 Long Wharf Suite 562 Boston, MA 02110 United States
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Phone: +1 888 653 6028
Fax: +1 617 674 2109
Description
Do you want to gain experience on biological survey techniques, skills and qualifications to support a variety of careers in the neo-tropical conservation? Then look no further. Join this GVI program today!
This six month internship begins with a 10 week expedition in the Amazon to develop your understanding of a wide-range of tropical habitat survey techniques as well as your ability to identify the vast array of flora and fauna found in the neo-tropics. You will also experience working with the local communities, in the form of teaching English at a nearby school. You will learn how to live and work with a research team in a remote environment and obtain experience essential for your following 3 month work placement. This includes a BTEC qualification in Biological Survey Techniques, Emergency First Response first aid and CPR course, introduction to TEFL and additional training including a Spanish language course. At the end of the six month internship, successful applicants may be offered paid or unpaid work with GVI or partners, depending on availability.
Highlights
* Developing skills in personnel management, leadership and expedition logistics
* Live and work in the Amazon rainforest
* Experience local Amazon culture
* Work alongside the Yachana Foundation to promote sustainable development and help conserve and protect their rainforest reserve
* Gain a recognized BTEC qualification in Biological Survey Techniques
* Gain a first aid and CPR qualification
* Learn about rainforest ecology and explore different parts of the Amazon
* GVI introduction to TEFL course and experience teaching children between the ages of 4 and 13 years old
* Learn Spanish
Qualifications
No special training or qualifications are required as all training will be provided in the field.
Intern Types
- Animal Sciences
- Biology(General)
- Education
- Environmental Studies
- Spanish
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
USD 7,000 for 6 months
Cost Include Description:
Credit Available
no
Volunteer Types
- Animal Welfare
- Biological Research
- Childcare/children
- Community Development
- Conservation
- Education
- Environment
- Primary Education
- Research
- Teaching
- Technical Assistance
- Volunteering
- Wildlife Surveying
Age Range
18-65This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Participants Travel to Ecuador
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is
1-2 weeksPost Services Include
- Job and Internship Network
GVI's Mission Statement
Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.
Year Founded
1998
