This versatile program offers a mix of experience in marine and land conservation or the option to specialize. Whatever your choice, you’ll develop an extensive skill set in conservation research and gain expansive insight into nonprofit conservation work.
This internship places you with a multi-faceted conservation-focused nonprofit on the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica. Based on their 4,700 acre research center, they work to create transformative connections between people and the environment through education, research, integration, and innovation. Through long-term, fine-scale research into regional ecosystems they devise innovative ways for sustainable development that can be integrated into the lives of local communities.
This program can vary hugely depending on what time of year you join, and where your interests lie. There are all kinds of research projects in operation at their campus. From agroforestry and permaculture projects to sea turtle nesting research to beach cleanup and reforestation campaigns, there is so much for you to get involved with.
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Spanish isn’t strictly necessary as everyone on the team speaks English. Basic Spanish will come in handy when working and mixing with the locals.
Yes, applicants should hold or be studying towards a degree in biological sciences or a related field
Sea turtle nesting season is from June to March and high-season in August to November
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