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Facilitated Wildlife Research Internship in South Africa
by: African Impact
This placement will allow you to design your personal field research and wildlife internship around an African species of your choosing. As long as it fits in with the broader aims of our program base, you can study anything from lions, elephants, and wild dogs to smaller creatures such as reptiles or birds. The choice is yours! Living and working from our program base (close to the Kruger Nation...
This placement will allow you to design your personal field research and wildlife internship around an African species of your choosing. As long as it fits in with the broader aims of our program base, you can study anything from lions, elephants, and wild dogs to smaller creatures such as reptiles or birds. The choice is yours! Living and working from our program base (close to the Kruger National Park) in South Africa, you'll spend your days with our wildlife researchers, collecting data on your chosen species and turning that data into relevant and usable information for your studies and that of reserve management in the area. This data is then used to create conservation management plans that help to preserve the precious wildlife this region is known for. Through camera trap surveys...
Program Highlights
Live and work in an area famous for its wildlife, including the 'Big 5' – lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo.
Customize your internship and study a species of your choosing, anything from large predators to botany!
Receive support throughout the program by 3 individual mentors who aid in your professional and personal development.
Gain practical experience in field research and wildlife research methods.
Develop your own project on arrival at the Wildlife Research Internship.
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Quick Details
- Kruger Park, South Africa
- Summer
- 3-6 Months
- Spring
- Fall
- Animal Sciences
- Biology
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
- American
- Argentinian
- Asian
- Australian
- Austrian
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Program Reviews
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Conservation internship with African Impact
February 24, 2020by: Cleo24 - AustraliaProgram: Facilitated Wildlife Research Internship in South AfricaMy time with African Impact was both challenging and incredibly rewarding. I was exposed to a lot of new experiences in areas of community outreach and engagement, as well as research and data collection. The outline of the program was well-thought out regarding the breadth of activities available to an intern. I thoroughly enjoyed participating in all aspects of the research, photography and community sectors. I was challenged with an independent approach to conservation research but found it satisfying to achieve.
Head and shoulders above
January 22, 2020by: wvthorogood - United KingdomProgram: Facilitated Wildlife Research Internship in South AfricaI came here to research Giraffe and have been given plenty of support by all the staff at AI. Unfortunately lots of data that i could have used has been lost due to staff turnover but these things happen in research and you always have to have several backup plans.
Eva's review
December 20, 2019by: Eva14 - NetherlandsProgram: Facilitated Wildlife Research Internship in South AfricaI have had a great time with African Impact. I met so many people from all over the world. I learned a lot about the animals, more than I expected. The guides are great and take the time for you. The lodge staff takes great care about the accommodation and the good food!
Program Details
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Locations
- Kruger Park, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Animal Sciences
- Biology
- Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Summer
- 3-6 Months
- Spring
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Argentinian
- Asian
- Australian
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Other
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This placement will allow you to design your personal field research and wildlife internship around an African species of your choosing. As long as it fits in with the broader aims of our program base, you can study anything from lions, elephants, and wild dogs to smaller creatures such as reptiles or birds. The choice is yours! Living and working from our program base (close to the Kruger National Park) in South Africa, you'll spend your days with our wildlife researchers, collecting data on your chosen species and turning that data into relevant and usable information for your studies and that of reserve management in the area. This data is then used to create conservation management plans that help to preserve the precious wildlife this region is known for. Through camera trap surveys...
African Impact
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Ready to Learn More?
This placement will allow you to design your personal field research and wildlife internship around an African species of your choosing. As long as it fits in with the broader aims of our program base, you can study anything from lions, elephants, and wild dogs to smaller creatures such as reptiles or birds. The choice is yours! Living and working from our program base (close to the Kruger National Park) in South Africa, you'll spend your days with our wildlife researchers, collecting data on your chosen species and turning that data into relevant and usable information for your studies and that of reserve management in the area. This data is then used to create conservation management plans that help to preserve the precious wildlife this region is known for. Through camera trap surveys...
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