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Bird Research and Conservation Internship in South Africa

$100-300, $300-600Program Costs
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Program Overview

Grab this exciting opportunity to gain practical work experience in Africa’s wildlife conservation. You'll join a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of the ground hornbill, an iconic African bird in danger of extinction. The organization, run by a team of biologists and expert conservationists, has a multifaceted and collaborative approach to its mission. They provide an excellent learning op...

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Program Highlights

Enjoy field-based experience in wildlife conservation research.
Contribute to the conservation of an iconic African bird.
Get insights into wildlife conservation in an African context.
Help raise awareness of the ground hornbill in local communities.
Live and work in a stunning South African game reserve, surrounded by a wealth of wildlife.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Quick Details

Location
South Africa
Starts At$100-300, $300-600
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement18-35
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Biology
  • National Park
  • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Causes:
  • Animal Welfare
  • Biological Research
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
  • Argentinian
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Locations

  • South Africa

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Duration: 3-6 Months, 9-12 Weeks
  • Intern Duration: Summer, Winter, Spring, 1-3 Months, 3-6 Months

Eligible Nationalities

  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-35

Duration

3-6 Months, 9-12 Weeks

Starts At

$100-300, $300-600

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The Bird Research and Conservation Internship provides hands-on wildlife conservation experience in a South African game reserve. You will become a member of the Ground Hornbill Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of the endangered ground hornbill. This is ideal for biology or wildlife sciences students who want hands-on experience and insights into species conservation.

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Innovative New Program, Intern Abroad Winner 2022
Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022
Top Rated Internship Organizations of 2020 Notable Mentions
Innovative New Program Intern Abroad 2020 Finalist
Innovative New Program, Intern Abroad 2020 Winner
Global Youth Travel Awards 2019

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