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Veterinary Internship in Ecuador

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Does your study focus on veterinary, zoology or animal science? Get the chance to apply your knowledge in a real work setting through this veterinary internship in Ecuador! Strengthen your CV with hands-on experience in the improvement of wildlife welfare. The program is based in the Amazon rainforest, within a 4-hectare property used for wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and release! You will wo...

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Program Highlights

Gain hands-on experience in animal care to support your future career goals!

Work in a range of different areas including physiology, pharmacology, anaesthesiology and clinical pathology!

Assist with the care of rescued animals, which range from parrots to caimans!

Develop a range of skills and knowledge you can take back home!

Explore the stunning natural surroundings that serve as backdrop to the sanctuary.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Puyo, Ecuador
Availability
Year(s) Offered2023, 2024Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • Summer
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Animal Sciences
  • Biology
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Belgian
  • British
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Awards

Innovative New Program – Volunteer Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Details

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Locations

  • Puyo, Ecuador

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Animal Sciences
  • Biology
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences

Availability

Years Offered: 2023, 2024

Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • Short Term

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Belgian

This Program is also open to Solo

Program Cost Includes

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

Accommodation Options

  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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Does your study focus on veterinary, zoology or animal science? Get the chance to apply your knowledge in a real work setting through this veterinary internship in Ecuador! Strengthen your CV with hands-on experience in the improvement of wildlife welfare. The program is based in the Amazon rainforest, within a 4-hectare property used for wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and release! You will work at a sanctuary led by a local team and veterinarian who manage the treatment, nutrition, eventual release, and monitoring of animals. It currently provides shelter to around 200 birds, reptiles, mammals - monkeys, caimans, wild cats, turtles, parrots, and other animals. While their main focus is wildlife rescue and protection, the facility is open to school groups and the public to generate muc...

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