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Project Summary

What is the Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru all about?

Consolidate your studies while developing field studies and leadership skills on this environmental conservation internship in Peru.  With numerous environmental threats it is vital that we fully understand the complex relationships between human populations, wildlife and the ecosystems in which they live.  This is a skills-based internship placement over 6 months compromising both core and vocation-specific activities.  Participants are supported with mentoring and workshops.

The project believes that through studying animal distribution, ecology and behaviour they can begin to understand the relationship between the forest and wildlife.  The 3 main areas of focus are biodiversity, ecosystem services and socio-economics.  Based in the a national park, home to thousands of incredible species, the project runs monitoring programmes focusing on macaws, birds, butterflies, mammals, reptiles and forest regeneration.  The project’s sustainable community initiatives include bio-gardens, agroforestry and education.  By joining our internship programme you will become a member of a dynamic team of like-minded individuals working together towards a sustainable future for the Amazon.


Why choose this Environmental Conservation Internship programme in Peru?

If you are a student or looking to consolidate and extend your skills and knowledge of conservation this is the placement for you.  With mentoring and targets, workshops and activities there are plenty of opportunities for you to develop and learn.  Not only will you learn about wildlife, habitats and scientific approaches to research you will also develop leadership and communication skills.  The project benefits by receiving highly motivated and focused interns who assist with data collection and lead research based initiatives.


Role of the Conservation Intern

Interns work alongside the project coordinators to carry out essential conservation research. It is a fantastic opportunity to learn from scientists and other experts in the field. Here is the itinerary:

Weeks 1 -10 – volunteer phase introducing you to all projects, extensive field training, first aid certification. There is an emphasis on the integrated nature of conservation, providing a solid foundation in environmental science as well as the economic and social contexts of our sustainable community programmes. You will be trained to address the challenges of biodiversity conservation in an innovative and holistic manner.  Interns that do not meet the targets set during the first 10 weeks will continue as a volunteer rather than progressing onto the project phase of the internship.  You will receive regular feedback and mentoring to help you to achieve the goals.  

Weeks 11 -12 – Cusco phase – Spanish immersion, homestay and leisure time.

Weeks 13 – 24 – internship phase – you will act as field staff; run your own project either in Conservation Research or Community Development. During this time we focus on developing your theoretical knowledge and practical skills.  The Conservation Research projects can focus on geography, environmental sciences, agricultural practices, zoology, animal behaviour, ecology and or conservation biology, depending both on local needs and your own interests.  Community projects topics include social, economic, and environmental issues and sustainable initiatives. The project is very keen for interns to identify their own project that they wish to explore.   

Please note that seasonal demands may vary your activities so flexibility is required.


What skills do I need to be an Environmental Conservation Intern in Peru?

Interns should be under or postgraduate students, or career breakers with a good basis in conservation looking to develop specific career skills in environmental research, community development, or non-profit project management. You should have a basic level of Spanish and should have a good level of fitness as you will walk up to 6 miles per day with a daypack. You will be asked to send a CV/resume, letter of motivation and to attend a telephone interview.  Interns should bring a laptop.  You will be asked to prepare a presentation at the end of your placement.


Travel during COVID times

The health and safety of our travelers and our local communities remain central to our plans for reopening countries and projects. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been adapting our programs and protocols to protect all those involved, and ask for everyone’s patience and collaboration as new rules are implemented in-country. For all projects, new standards of sanitation, procedures and social behaviors are in place, including new health and hygiene protocols and social distancing practices. You can read more here. Each location may be slightly different in the way they operate. We encourage you to inquire to your placement advisor to learn more about your specific project as you plan for your responsible return to travel!

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WHY JOIN THE PROJECT

To gain hands on scientific research experience in an incredibly diverse setting

Because you are passionate about nature, the environment and sustainability

To develop your leadership skills in the field of environmental conservation

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The Location

Cusco is the archaeological capital of the Americas and the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent. Its legacy as the seat of the Inca Empire is readily apparent. Many of the city streets are lined with original stone walls and crowded with Quechua-speaking descendants of the Incas.   You will spend time here for orientation and your mid placement break.

The project itself is located in a local national park situated in the foothills of the Amazon. It is 30 million hectares in size ranging from southern Peru to central Bolivia. You will stay in accommodation at a top-level research centre located in the heart of the rainforest, a great base for both hard work and relaxation.  You will work hard and want to spend time chilling out in a hammock or taking a swim in a local pool.  With limited internet access it makes a great get away from it all location where you can listen to the sounds of the jungle day and night.

Details & Costs

  • Duration: 6 months
  • Cost: £6627 / $10344
  • Requirements: age 18+
  • Location: Cusco and national park, Peru
  • Project activities: visit indigenous communities, data analysis, track animals, build infrastructure, plant seedlings, measure carbon values and implement your own project
  • Working hours: Varied working hours but can start at 5.30 and end at 22.30 pm with 2 hours rest midday
  • Project availability:  Specific Start Date.  Please speak to an advisor.
  • Arrival day: Saturday

 

What is included

  • Accommodation: Shared room with up to   3 others in a rainforest lodge, shared bathrooms, communal living space
  • Food: 3 meals per day (packed lunch)
  • Airport pick-up from Cusco International Airport
  • Training: Pre-departure pack, on-site orientation and project induction provided, EFR certification, learning reflection document, 1st aid training
  • Support: 24-hour support from on- site coordinators
  • Excursions: Staff can help you to plan extra activities for your spare time including Machu Picchu, Cusco City Tour, Sacred Valley Tour
  • Learning Reflection Document
  • Certificate on completion of Internship
  • Supervision from qualified professional

 

What is not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Vaccinations
  • Visas
  • Airport Drop off
  • Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country

 

Gallery

Pictures from our Environmental Conservation Internship programme in Peru

Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru internship group looking through binoculars
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru internship group butterfly
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru internship group hammocks
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru internship group food prep
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru internship group bird
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru internship learning centre
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru bio garden
Environmental Conservation Internship in Peru monitoring work

2022 Dates

Start Days
January 3rd, 31st
February 28th
March 28th
April 25th
May 23rd
June 20th
July 18th
August 15th
September 12th
October 10th
November 7th
December 5th

2023 Dates

Start Days
January 2nd, 30th
February 27th
March 27th
April 24th
May 22nd
June 19th
July 17th
August 14th
September 11th
October 9th
November 6th
December 4th

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