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Renewable Energy Volunteer Internship (In-Person & Online)

by: EcoSwell

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EcoSwell is a multiple award winning non-profit located in Lobitos, a surfing paradise of northern Peru. Students who have participated in EcoSwell's volunteering programme have described their experience as life altering and transformational. The organization focuses on helping vulnerable communities in Peru develop sustainably by carrying out infrastructure projects, socio-environmental and educ...

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Program Highlights

Enhance your CV and gain professional hands-on experience managing sustainability projects in an international NGO, having a real positive impact on vulnerable communities.

Work and learn alongside experienced & passionate people from a range of disciplines & backgrounds.

Develop project planning and management skills.

Live and work in a surfing paradise in northern Peru, the land of endless summer. (Only in-person)

Propel your career with international experience.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Online
  • Piura, Peru
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear Round, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027Intern Duration:
  • 1 Year
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • Short Term
  • Spring
Cost Per Week$600-900
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Sustainable Development
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

Frontier ChampionsRoyal Academy of EngineeringRenewables Grid Initiative

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

12

Welcoming Environment and Meaningful Work

November 25, 2024by: Vir KhullarProgram: Renewable Energy Volunteer Internship (In-Person & Online)
10

From the beginning, EcoSwell made it easy to feel part of the house and the community. The team went above and beyond to make me feel welcome, even reaching out while I was still in Lima. This warm and inclusive atmosphere helped me settle in quickly. In terms of work, I especially enjoyed my visit to the Medical Center in Quiñones (where EcoSwell are installing a solar UPS system) with Hugo, my supervisor. I appreciate that my current work, like transcribing interviews and gathering information, is a part of a larger project for the Medical Center in Suyo, where another system is being installed. Seeing the impact of my efforts and how they connect to a greater purpose is incredibly rewarding and makes me look forward to similar work in the future.

Positive Experience: Collaboration, Solar Panel Installations, and Hands-On Learning

November 23, 2024by: Tadhg CrowleyProgram: Renewable Energy Volunteer Internship (In-Person & Online)
10

The best part of my experience was the strong bond with the group; we got along so well that it made every moment enjoyable. I also loved visiting several solar panel installations and witnessing firsthand how they positively impacted people's lives by making daily tasks easier. Working in Suyo, particularly at the medical center, was eye-opening. We saw how these solar systems benefited the community and learned about the challenges they faced before having access to reliable energy. Seeing the contributions of past interns highlighted the importance of this work. The hands-on learning with the solar panels was another highlight. Taking measurements and observing how parameters changed based on the panel's condition was fascinating, and having the chance to ask technical questions to experts deepened my understanding. Overall, the blend of team camaraderie, real-world impact, and technical learning made this a truly valuable and rewarding experience.

Valuable, Multi-Disciplinary Volunteering Experience

November 22, 2024by: Kamryn ToalProgram: Renewable Energy Volunteer Internship (In-Person & Online)
10

My volunteer experience was very positive, and I learned a lot during my time here. One of the highlights was having the chance to collaborate across different areas. While I was mainly involved in Renewables, I also worked on water, sanitation, and reforestation projects, which I found very rewarding. A standout aspect was observing how volunteers took a project from start to finish. Seeing the progression—from our initial groundwork to the final outcomes and the satisfaction of the families who benefited—made the experience deeply fulfilling.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Online
  • Piura, Peru

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027

Intern Duration:
  • 1 Year
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Cost per week

$600-900

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Wifi Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application
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    EcoSwell is a multiple award winning non-profit located in Lobitos, a surfing paradise of northern Peru. Students who have participated in EcoSwell's volunteering programme have described their experience as life altering and transformational. The organization focuses on helping vulnerable communities in Peru develop sustainably by carrying out infrastructure projects, socio-environmental and educational initiatives, thus implementing the United Nations SDGs. Many of the areas we work in face frequent power outages and high energy costs, which affect the well-being and development of the communities we help. EcoSwell’s renewable energy projects aim to solve these problems, and those of other similar places in Peru, by offering clean and affordable energy that reaches the most vulnerable g...

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