Question 1

intro

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Students are drawn to the wildlife sciences due to their passion for animals and nature, perhaps not realizing that professional positions in this field are extremely competitive. Zoology internships abroad give your resume that competitive edge while providing invaluable experience and professional connections in your field. If you want to travel, and get hands-on experience working with animals and in environments you wouldn&rsquo;t find at home (hello, wombat hospital in Australia!), be sure to look into interning abroad in zoology and wildlife sciences.

Question 2

Best Locations

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Since every corner of the world has its unique ecological footprint, options for where to complete a wildlife internship abroad are only limited by the experience you wish to gain. To narrow down your options, think about what type of zoology and wildlife sciences you want to specialize in.  Also, consider opting for warmer climates, where the variety of animal species tends to be greater. 
Australia. Home to unique species of plants and animals not found anywhere else on the planet, Australia is a fantastic location for zoology internships abroad. International zoology internships may include working directly with conservation projects on the Great Barrier Reef, taking care of adorable patients at the Australian Wombat Zoo, or helping out one of many wildlife hospitals throughout the country. 
Thailand. International zoology internships in Thailand will give you access to the country&rsquo;s remarkable biodiversity. Wildlife projects that involve working with elephant rescues, aiding gibbons who have been injured or abused, or one of the many marine conservation projects will give you experience working with species you&rsquo;d never meet at home, in addition to exposure to a new language and culture.
Peru. Zoology internships abroad in Peru allow you to participate in sustainability projects protecting endangered plants and animal species in the heart of the Amazon rainforest or one of the many marine conservation projects on the Peruvian coast. Plus, you&rsquo;ll get to improve your Spanish language skills while being in proximity to some of the world&rsquo;s greatest treasures, such as Machu Picchu, to explore during your time off from protecting animals. 
Zimbabwe. Nowhere conjures up more romantic images of animals in the wild than Africa, and Zimbabwe will not disappoint you. Home to the Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and cape buffalo), zoology internships abroad in this beautiful country include lion conservation projects in Victoria Falls or projects involving holistic horse management.

Question 3

What Else You Need to Know

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The benefits of going abroad, as you may have already heard, are many. From professional gains, to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, to exciting days on the job, you can bet that your internship abroad will keep you on your toes. 
What makes these internships particularly valuable abroad. While it&rsquo;s certainly possible to intern at home, there is enormous value in undertaking an internship in wildlife science abroad. You&rsquo;ll get incomparable hands-on experience working with a range of diverse species in different ecological environments. You&rsquo;ll also gain a global perspective on ecological issues and solutions that you&rsquo;d never be exposed to at home. 
Professional benefits you can gain. The professional benefits you can gain for opting to pursue your internship in wildlife conservation abroad are considerable.  Hands-on laboratory experience, applied research experience, professional connections, and letters of recommendation will all help propel your future career in the wildlife sciences.  Foreign language competency, increased self-confidence, and leadership skills are not only attractive to future employers, the personal growth you&rsquo;ll experience during an internship abroad will continue to serve you long after you&rsquo;ve returned home. 
A day on the job. A day on the job during a conservation internship abroad will vary greatly depending on which type of role you fulfill. If your position involves taking care of patients at an animal hospital you&rsquo;ll likely be administering medication, cleaning facilities, and caring for the patients. However, if you are involved in field research you may be spending considerable time outdoors collecting data. A marine conservation project may involve scuba diving or underwater photography.

Question 4

GoAbroad’s Inside Scoop

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Zoology internships abroad are a smart way to get field experience, network with future employers, and broaden your marketable skills. Interning abroad in the wildlife sciences will not only expand your resume, it&rsquo;ll leave you with lasting memories, increase your cultural competency, and improve your communication skills immensely. 
While it&rsquo;s tempting to choose the most exotic location or project for this exciting opportunity, be sure to evaluate the project with your future career goals. Your early career search will benefit immensely if your internship coincides with the type of work you want to do, not to mention connect you with professionals already working in that field. Consider where in the field you&rsquo;re still lacking in experience. If you want to work in research but lack laboratory skills, now&rsquo;s the time to get them!
The fields of zoology and wildlife sciences see few rewards in the classroom. Actually working directly with animals is a vastly different experience and infinitely more rewarding than reading about them. The benefits of an internship abroad in wildlife sciences and zoology are hardly quantifiable. Take your research outside and into the field, where your passion for animals will take on new dimensions in new coordinates.