Prepare to go on a once-in-a-lifetime journey that encourages you to become an integral part of the ongoing mission to safeguard the unparalleled ecosystems and rare species on the Isabela Island in the Galapagos. This remarkable opportunity promises to be transformative, not only for you but also for the natural world itself, setting the stage for a profound impact that will resonate for many years.
At the heart of your internship lies the organization that you will be working for, which is deeply committed to the conservation of the Galapagos Islands. By joining this organization, you are entering into a dynamic network of passionate individuals, including local stakeholders, renowned experts, governmental authorities, and people with a passion for making a positive impact on the Galapagos.
Intern's tasks may vary depending on the role and personal preferences, mainly focusing on environmental conservation and wildlife preservation. Contribute to activities designed to nurture and protect the island's unique ecosystems and its rare species, as well as diverse initiatives aimed at the care and protection of Isabela's natural wonders, ensuring that they continue to shine.
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To be honest, I cannot even put into words what those last 3 months meant to me. They definitively have been the most amazing months of my life and I would give a lot to be able to go back. The island, the people, the NGO, the wildlife.. if there is a paradise, it is on the Galapagos and I am incredibly grateful that I had the chance to be part of such a wonderful organisation and was able to support the conservation of this magical place.
Doing an internship in the Galapagos meant that I could learn lots of new things whilst being in such an incredible location! Staying with a host family meant that I was immersed into the culture of the island and was able to practice my Spanish everyday.
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The organization’s local partners are Spanish-speaking, so in order to be considered they will need to see that you have minimal conversational Spanish-speaking skills to communicate with the school teachers and farm families. Facial expressions, gestures, and Google translate are helpful tools, but for deeper conversations a better understanding of the language is recommended.
Yes, they have partnered with an accredited pre-arrival online Spanish course if you would like to learn or enhance your Spanish language skills. Doing a Spanish language course during your internship might be complicated as you are busy with your internship and Wifi is sometimes limited.
You will be staying with a local homestay family that will provide you with your own bedroom and bathroom with a fan, hot water, dresser or closet, and potable water.
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