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Agroecology & Community Farming Internship in Ecuador

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$100-300Program Costs
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4.7 / 5Overall Rating
7Reviews
2021Year established

Program Overview

Help low-income Indigenous communities transition from deforestation and agrochemical use toward sustainable, regenerative farming.

THE CHALLENGE
Ecuador is the 8th most biodiverse country in the world. Although Bolívar Province hosts a wide variety of flora and fauna, it’s among the poorest. Malnutrition, illiteracy, and poverty remain high.

Reliance on agrochemicals has degraded soils and poll...

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Program Highlights

Design and deliver a unique internship based on your career aspirations and local needs, supported by an experienced international team.
Advance your career, develop your skills, and improve your résumé through a hands-on project with 1:1 mentoring from a professional in the field.
Make a meaningful difference to low-income populations who lack the education, support, and resources to make the changes themselves.
Immerse yourself in another culture and experience a different way of life through family homestays, cultural activities, and life in a small rural community.
Set off on adventures and make lifetime memories with other interns or volunteers - climb mountains, hike through the jungle, and explore indigenous communities.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Wifi Costs
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Group Meals
Some Equipment
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
Training
In-Country Orientation
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Academic Credit
Letter of Recommendation
Certificate of Completion
Emergency Support
Internship Placement
Academic Advising

Program Details

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Locations

  • Guaranda, Ecuador

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

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

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Other

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer

Starts At

$100-300

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The cost of the Agroecology & Community Farming internship is $250 per week.

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