Internships in Tena, Ecuador

Learn from and in the Amazon Rainforest—all while helping conserve and teach about sustainability! Join Manna Project International in this opportunity to preserve and grow sustainability and ecotourism in indigenous Kichwa communities in Ecuador's Amazon Rainforest. As an intern, you'll collaborate with local tourism entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, maintain and build trails, learn about local flora and fauna, conduct needs assessments, and develop educational materials for youth with the long-term goal of protecting and preserving the Amazon. This immersive experience enhances your language skills, builds your resume, and develops valuable project management and cross-cultural communication skills. Throughout the internship, you'll gain hands-on experience, make a real impact, and broaden your global perspective in a stunning environment. Example tasks: Collaborate with a Kichwa community to design and implement sustainability projects Conduct needs assessments Develop educational materials and conduct workshops Assist and support local farms, educational projects, trails, and beekeeping Assist in monitoring and evaluating ongoing programs

This is an ideal program for students and recent graduates looking to gain practical experience in social work within an international setting. ELEP welcomes participants who are sensitive to the needs of unfortunate children, women, seniors, and people with mental or physical disabilities. Depending on your abilities and the placement, take on duties such as counseling, training, and mentoring for children, youth, and seniors. You also handle administrative tasks assigned by your immediate superior. Eligibility for this program includes: * Vested interest in training abroad * Willingness to learn and patience for mastering new skills * Initiative, flexibility, and ability to work independently or in teamwork * Professional demeanor * Good organizational skills and attention to detail * Good communication skills, both oral and written * Real interest in social work issues * Outgoing personality and sense of humor * Creative, open-mindedness, self-motivation