Internship in the Amazon: Biological Research & Conservation
Program Overview
Join the Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA) at Finca Las Piedras field station in the Peruvian Amazon, near Puerto Maldonado. This immersive internship is designed for students, recent graduates, and aspiring conservationists seeking hands-on experience in tropical ecology, biodiversity research, and sustainable forest management.
Work alongside researchers and conservationists while contrib...
Join the Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA) at Finca Las Piedras field station in the Peruvian Amazon, near Puerto Maldonado. This immersive internship is designed for students, recent graduates, and aspiring conservationists seeking hands-on experience in tropical ecology, biodiversity research, and sustainable forest management.
Work alongside researchers and conservationists while contributing to ongoing projects such as biodiversity monitoring, Lepidoptera ecology, plant phenology, reforestation, environmental education, and sustainable agriculture. Through fieldwork, workshops, and guided paper discussions, you will develop practical research skills and gain insight into conservation challenges and solutions in one of the world's...
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- 1-3 Months
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
Updated Sep 16, 2026
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Locations
- Puerto Maldonado, Peru
Types & Subjects
- Fields
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- 1-3 Months
Starts At
- 4 weeks: $2,300
Payment Terms
- Upfront Deposit
Refund Policy
Partial Refund
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Samuel Unterberger
Participated in 2026
AlumniGrowing up in the mountains of Tyrol, Austria, Samuel's parents instilled in him a deep love for nature. After studying biology in Salzburg, he and hi...
As a biologist and a geologist, the goal for my partner and me was to use the gap year between our bachelor's and master's degrees to experience and discover Peru's incredible ecological and geological diversity firsthand. Peru fascinated us because it offers far more than just a single ecosystem—it is a remarkable combination of arid deserts, majestic mountain ranges, and a multifaceted rainforest.
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