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Sustainable Economic & Community Development in Ecuador
The Fair Trade Internship in the Mindo Cloud Forest is a unique combination of sustainable development and cultural/heritage preservation. You work with indigenous families who cultivate cocoa using traditional techniques while paying respect to environmental conditions. Intern activities generally fall within various business aspects, including marketing and customer service. The placement is wi...
The Fair Trade Internship in the Mindo Cloud Forest is a unique combination of sustainable development and cultural/heritage preservation. You work with indigenous families who cultivate cocoa using traditional techniques while paying respect to environmental conditions. Intern activities generally fall within various business aspects, including marketing and customer service. The placement is with a women’s association that runs training programs for farmers. They ensure that products, such as pure and flavored chocolate, are put on the market for a fair price. This way, the local community is able to generate sustainable income. This internship is geared toward undergraduate and graduate students, and industry professionals. Your focus should be on entrepreneurship, international devel...
Program Highlights
Work with a local women's association to help generate sustainable income for local communities.
Gain direct experience working in the fair trade industry.
Dive into life in Ecuador while living with a local host family and working with a local team.
Experience the unique heritage of Mindo Valley, known as the “Ruta de Cacao” and famous as a a biodiverse ecoregion.
Spend your weekends on outdoor adventures such as rafting, mountain biking, birdwatching, or just enjoying yourself nearby a waterfall.
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- Mindo, Ecuador
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Business
- Development
- Sustainable Development
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- British
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Program Details
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Locations
- Mindo, Ecuador
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Business
- Development
- Sustainable Development
Availability
Years Offered: 2023, 2024
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- International SIM Card
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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The Fair Trade Internship in the Mindo Cloud Forest is a unique combination of sustainable development and cultural/heritage preservation. You work with indigenous families who cultivate cocoa using traditional techniques while paying respect to environmental conditions. Intern activities generally fall within various business aspects, including marketing and customer service. The placement is with a women’s association that runs training programs for farmers. They ensure that products, such as pure and flavored chocolate, are put on the market for a fair price. This way, the local community is able to generate sustainable income. This internship is geared toward undergraduate and graduate students, and industry professionals. Your focus should be on entrepreneurship, international devel...
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Ready to Learn More?
The Fair Trade Internship in the Mindo Cloud Forest is a unique combination of sustainable development and cultural/heritage preservation. You work with indigenous families who cultivate cocoa using traditional techniques while paying respect to environmental conditions. Intern activities generally fall within various business aspects, including marketing and customer service. The placement is with a women’s association that runs training programs for farmers. They ensure that products, such as pure and flavored chocolate, are put on the market for a fair price. This way, the local community is able to generate sustainable income. This internship is geared toward undergraduate and graduate students, and industry professionals. Your focus should be on entrepreneurship, international devel...
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