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Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term Internship

by: GVI

9.72 (18)Verified

Travel to the beautiful coastal region of Phang Nga in Thailand and assist with the conservation of a natural environment. This conservation internship gives you the opportunity to gain valuable practical skills as you help address climate and conservation issues. We work alongside our local partners and, as an intern, you’ll get to make a real change within the communities while getting hands-on ...

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Program Highlights

Gain practical conservation skills and knowledge, helping to kick-start your career in conservation.

Work with turtles and improve their chances of survival.

Live in a coastal area renowned for its natural beauty.

Teach local children about the importance of environmental conservation.

Travel to amazing local attractions, like the James Bond Island, in your free time.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Rural Areas, Thailand
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundIntern Duration:
  • Short Term
  • 3-6 Months
  • Fall
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Studies
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - Volunteer Abroad2021 Top Rate Organization - Study Abroad

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.72

Total Reviews

18

My internship in Thailand was one of the best things I've ever done.

October 23, 2023by: Maya Mcintyre-HillProgram: Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term Internship
10

My internship in Thailand was one of the best things I've ever done. After a two-year wait due to the pandemic, it felt incredible to finally start. Very different from previous volunteering I've done abroad. Going out every morning and monitoring the behaviors of Asian elephants was completely surreal and learning a wide range of new things in the afternoons. These included species identification, sustainable living, learning the village language, and cooking classes. I would greatly recommend this internship to anyone who has a passion for conservation, eager to experience a different way of living and meets loads of amazing new people.

I had an indescribably good time with GVI in Thailand

October 24, 2022by: Molly EganProgram: Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term Internship
10

I had an indescribably good time with GVI in Thailand. I felt so fulfilled by the work I did with the sea turtles reasearch & conservation during my time and embraced by the staff who made the experience so unforgettable.

Great internship in an incredible place

December 12, 2019by: Melanie Rafferty - United KingdomProgram: Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term Internship
10

I have always loved animals and marine life and wanted to give back in some way so after a lot of thought I decided that the marine conservation internship in Phang Nga was the best option for me. I was nervous before leaving Scotland on what to expect from Thailand and GVI but I was made to feel welcome straight from the arrivals at the airport. Thailand is an incredible country with so much to offer and the program gave me so much to think about and take back home with me, from using marine litter as an art installation, being able to name approximately 30 different bird species to asking how much something is in Thai. I undertook the 3 month internship which also gave me a qualification that I can use to better my CV and job prospects in the future. I came out here looking to find what I wanted to do as a career and after working closely with the sea turtles I have decided that veterinary nursing is what I would like to pursue, I am so thankful to Thailand and GVI for helping me make this decision. With regards to the staff and the people that you will meet they have all been great people and some friends for life made. Living on base can be difficult at times but it’s easy to get past this, as it’s clean and comfortable. The food is also really lovely and cooked fresh everyday. Of all the activities that I have taken part in during my time here I would say that the bird surveys and beach cleans were my favourite, the bird surveys are really interesting and you get to see some lovely places and the beach cleans are hard work but you can see in a short time how much of a difference you can make. Snorkelling was also a highlight for me as I had never done it before coming out to Thailand, getting to see some beautiful fish and sea life. Learning to survey the reefs was also really interesting, it’s such an eye opening experience since you never really know the scale of coral reef bleaching until you see it with your own eyes. To anyone thinking about coming out to do some conversation work I would highly recommend this program as it’s so diverse and you will learn a lot from it and make a huge difference in the world. Not only this you will also meet some incredible people and learn a lot about yourself.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Rural Areas, Thailand

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Studies

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Intern Duration:
  • Short Term
  • 3-6 Months
  • Fall

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Required Equipment

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
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Travel to the beautiful coastal region of Phang Nga in Thailand and assist with the conservation of a natural environment. This conservation internship gives you the opportunity to gain valuable practical skills as you help address climate and conservation issues. We work alongside our local partners and, as an intern, you’ll get to make a real change within the communities while getting hands-on experience in biodiversity research, turtle conservation, and environmental education. Interns work in three different main areas: teaching English and environmental education to the local community, plant and animal biodiversity, and animal care. This internship makes a viable difference while giving you the chance to improve your résumé and boost your conservation career!

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