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Galapagos Islands: Agro-Ecology & Sustainable Food Systems
by: Beyond Travels
This internship is based on a permaculture farm on the island of Santa Cruz in the Galápagos, where a small team of dedicated farmers is showing what food sovereignty can look like on a remote, ecologically sensitive archipelago. The farm is one of the first in the Galápagos to experiment with regenerative, chemical-free, and resilient food systems—serving both as a community seed bank and a hands...
This internship is based on a permaculture farm on the island of Santa Cruz in the Galápagos, where a small team of dedicated farmers is showing what food sovereignty can look like on a remote, ecologically sensitive archipelago. The farm is one of the first in the Galápagos to experiment with regenerative, chemical-free, and resilient food systems—serving both as a community seed bank and a hands-on agroecology school. Interns support efforts to strengthen local food security, restore soils, and protect native biodiversity in a landscape facing rapid change. This placement is ideal for those curious about sustainable agriculture in one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems. From soil regeneration to seed saving and from composting to permaculture design, you’ll contribute to daily farm o...
Program Highlights
Learn methods on sustainable agricultural production and food systems from experts.
Contribute to the islands’ food security, soil conservation, and regeneration.
Gain experience in the maintenance, design, and implementation of sustainable agriculture and permaculture systems.
Forge meaningful relations with locals while living with a host family.
Participate in an ongoing project at the farm, such as building rainwater collectors, contributing to the biodiesel project, supporting the garden, main house, and cafe on the property.
Quick Details
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
- 1-3 Months
- Agriculture
- Biology
- Ecology See more
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Program Details
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Locations
- Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Agriculture
- Biology
- Ecology
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-3 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
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This internship is based on a permaculture farm on the island of Santa Cruz in the Galápagos, where a small team of dedicated farmers is showing what food sovereignty can look like on a remote, ecologically sensitive archipelago. The farm is one of the first in the Galápagos to experiment with regenerative, chemical-free, and resilient food systems—serving both as a community seed bank and a hands-on agroecology school. Interns support efforts to strengthen local food security, restore soils, and protect native biodiversity in a landscape facing rapid change. This placement is ideal for those curious about sustainable agriculture in one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems. From soil regeneration to seed saving and from composting to permaculture design, you’ll contribute to daily farm o...
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Ready to Learn More?
This internship is based on a permaculture farm on the island of Santa Cruz in the Galápagos, where a small team of dedicated farmers is showing what food sovereignty can look like on a remote, ecologically sensitive archipelago. The farm is one of the first in the Galápagos to experiment with regenerative, chemical-free, and resilient food systems—serving both as a community seed bank and a hands-on agroecology school. Interns support efforts to strengthen local food security, restore soils, and protect native biodiversity in a landscape facing rapid change. This placement is ideal for those curious about sustainable agriculture in one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems. From soil regeneration to seed saving and from composting to permaculture design, you’ll contribute to daily farm o...
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