Ecuadorian Amazon Conservation Internship

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Otavalo,  Rural Areas

Term: Throughout the year 
Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: Visit our website for upcoming start dates.

Description: 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 4-13 years old
- Learn Spanish

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as all training will be provided in the field.

Cost in US$: USD 7,000 for 6 months

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18-65

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 3

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Global Vision International'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