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Galapagos Islands: Agro-Ecology & Sustainable Food Systems

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Program Overview

Gain hands-on experience in agroecology, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, and environmental education in the Galápagos Islands. This internship combines work at an innovative hydroponic farm, an agroforestry and coffee farm connected to an ecolodge, and an environmental education NGO.

You’ll contribute to real projects while developing practical skills in sustainable food production, conse...

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Program Highlights

Gain hands-on experience at a hydroponic farm and learn about sustainable food production in an island environment.
Work on an agroforestry and coffee farm connected to an ecolodge, learning about sustainable agriculture, land management, and the connection between farming and ecotourism.
Build professional experience with a local environmental education NGO through community and conservation projects.
Strengthen your résumé with international experience in agroecology, conservation, environmental education, and community engagement.
Participate in optional beach cleanups, kayaking, youth radio, and other activities connecting conservation with community development.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
All Program Activity Costs
Internship Placement
Emergency Support
Pre-Departure Orientation

Exclusions

Travel Insurance
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
International Airfare
Vaccination Costs

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Locations

  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Types & Subjects

  • Fields
  • Agriculture
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Management

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Resume
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 1-3 Months

Starts At

$300-600

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Your experience will include hands-on work at a hydroponic farm, an agroforestry and coffee farm connected to an ecolodge, and an environmental education NGO. Activities may include crop production and maintenance, agroforestry, coffee production, environmental education, conservation, and community projects.

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