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Wildlife Vet Externship in Malawi
As Malawi's leading conservation organization, our work spans wildlife rescue and welfare, education, advocacy, justice, and research. The Lilongwe Wildlife Centre is regarded as one of the top sanctuaries in Africa, with accreditations from the world's most respected animal welfare bodies - GFAS, PASA, and Born Free. In October 2023, Lilongwe Wildlife Centre won the GFAS 2023 Outstanding Internat...
As Malawi's leading conservation organization, our work spans wildlife rescue and welfare, education, advocacy, justice, and research. The Lilongwe Wildlife Centre is regarded as one of the top sanctuaries in Africa, with accreditations from the world's most respected animal welfare bodies - GFAS, PASA, and Born Free. In October 2023, Lilongwe Wildlife Centre won the GFAS 2023 Outstanding International Sanctuary Award. The veterinary component runs in the mornings (8:00 am – 12: 30 pm), from Tuesday to Friday. Students work under one of the Trust's two experienced wildlife vets on different activities including diagnostics, preventative health checks under sedation, parasite management, and other treatment plans. In the afternoons (2:00 pm – 5:00 pm), externs learn how to care for w...
Program Highlights
Gain valuable experience in wildlife veterinary medicine at an award-winning sanctuary.
Work alongside our expert vet team in our state-of-the-art clinic.
Get involved with clinical work such as diagnostics, lab work, and procedures.
Experience wider welfare work and get stuck into the day-to-day care of our animal residents.
Use your breaks to explore the 'Warm Heart of Africa' through activities like diving in Lake Malawi as well as game drives in a national park.
Quick Details
- Lilongwe, Malawi
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Animal Welfare
- Wildlife
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Lilongwe, Malawi
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Animal Welfare
- Wildlife
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Group living
Qualifications & Experience
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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