Water and Sanitation Volunteer Internship In-Person & Online
Water is a scarce resource in Lobitos. Not only do many residents lack access to toilets, but Lobitos also lacks a sanitation network, which previously collapsed, leaving open drainage points exposed. We need hard-working volunteer interns with a strong interest in and/or background knowledge of water management and sanitation to come and support us in our ongoing projects in northern Peru: Water...
Water is a scarce resource in Lobitos. Not only do many residents lack access to toilets, but Lobitos also lacks a sanitation network, which previously collapsed, leaving open drainage points exposed. We need hard-working volunteer interns with a strong interest in and/or background knowledge of water management and sanitation to come and support us in our ongoing projects in northern Peru: Water treatment: Interns can get involved with the research and construction of water treatment initiatives and technologies like solar distillers, biodigesters, and hydroponic vetiver pontoons. Dry toilet: At the EcoSwell house, we use our dry toilet on a daily basis. Interns will be required to make improvements to the current design of our dry toilet or develop and initiate the expansion of more pu...
Program Highlights
Work alongside experienced & passionate people from a range of disciplines & backgrounds.
Gain practical experience in fields such as teamwork, and communication.
Enhance your CV and gain professional hands-on experience managing sustainable projects in an international development NGO, having a real positive impact on a vulnerable community.
Carry out a successful and impactful research project.
Live and work in a surfing paradise in northern Peru, the land of endless summer.
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- Piura, Peru
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Short Term
- Spring
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Sustainable Development
- All Nationalities
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Great experience from start to end
by: Diego ZeladaProgram: Water and Sanitation Volunteer Internship In-Person & OnlineI travelled to Lobitos in January of 2017 to develop the project of "Dry Toilets". It was a great experience from start to end! Lobitos is a small town so the community are very friendly and have a great relationship with EcoSwell. The house is comfortable, spacious and really close to the beach so we could go for a dip in the ocean every day to cool off from the hot weather! The guys at the NGO are very knowledgeable of the surrounding area so it was very easy to find everything I needed to dev...
A wonderful experience!
by: Brittany Harris - United KingdomProgram: Water and Sanitation Volunteer Internship In-Person & OnlineI studied Civil Engineering in Bristol, England and have now specialised as a Civil Engineer in water and environment. In 2015 I went to Ecoswell in Lobitos for three months to carry out a feasibility study for alternative sanitation. This was in partnership with Engineers without Borders UK. I was nervous at first, because my Spanish wasn't very good, but the directors made me feel so welcome, like a family. They helped me to write my survey and I got involved in the reforestation project ...
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Locations
- Piura, Peru
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Management
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
- 1 Year
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Certificate of Completion
- Internship Placement
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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