Internships in Hoedspruit, South Africa

Are you an aspiring Environmental Conservationist or Marine Biologist? Intern Abroad HQ offers the most flexible, valuable, and affordable Environmental Science internships around South Africa, starting from just 2 weeks duration. Choose from 4 unique internship placements: - GIS Specialization for Environmental Conservation in Gondwana Game Reserve - Marine Biology & Reef Conservation located in Sodwana Bay - Reserve Management & Research at Kruger National Park - Wildlife, Ecology & Anthropological Research in Mogalakwena Whether you’re interested in habitat management, research, marine conservation, or ecology, these placements provide an excellent platform to boost your understanding of how scientific careers come to life. Each internship is customized and tailored to meet your course credit, academic major, or career path requirements. Once you’ve completed your internship, you’ll receive an international reference from your host organization that will help your resume stand out in front of future employers. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring your internship sets you up for a successful global career.

Join us as a Fundraising Manager at Daktari! Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you thrive in establishing meaningful connections and securing vital resources for impactful projects? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. As a Fundraising Manager, you will work closely with our existing sponsors, nurturing relationships and ensuring their continued support. You will seek out new sponsors, forging partnerships that align with our mission and values. By reviewing and adapting our funding proposals, you will play a key role in developing innovative strategies to propel our project forward. This position is available for a minimum of 6-12 months. We provide solar power and internet access for computers. Please be aware that our camp includes animal enclosures and the surroundings are home to various wild animals. Daktari is located near Kruger Park in South Africa. Our project site spans across a 600-hectare private game reserve, where we strive to educate and inspire local children, fostering community development. To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Our after-school club welcomes 70 to 90 children (2025) daily from the local village, aiming to inspire a generation of passionate young leaders. Since 2015, our Environmental Education program has worked with primary school learners, teaching conservation and taking them on field trips to understand their role in protecting nature. Poaching—affecting rhinos, elephants, pangolins, and vultures—remains a serious threat, making our work even more critical. We believe conservation and community must work together. Our holistic programs focus on uplifting people while protecting nature. Volunteers stay at Shik Shack Backpackers, on-site, and will be fully immersed in hands-on work while having fun! Our core programs include: Green Kidz: Environmental education - supporting 11 schools Social Enterprise: Growing small businesses Agro-Ecology: Farming suited to African conditions Rise Crèches: Early Childhood Devlopment - Supporting 6 pre-schools Eco Village: Recycling & community outreach Join us for an immersive learning experience! You can explore our stunning region on weekends (extra cost—we’ll organize it!). We can't wait to welcome you!