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Galapagos Development Internship in Ecuador

$600-900Program Costs
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2016Year established

Program Overview

Are you a passionate and creative individual looking to leave a lasting and transformative mark in the lives of the incredible locals residing on the enchanting Isabela Island? If so, consider yourself exceptionally fortunate, for there exists a golden opportunity just waiting for someone like you to seize!

This extraordinary organization operates in close collaboration with local authorities in the Galapagos National Park, educational institutions, and a network of international nonprofits. Its main mission is to ensure that every endeavor aligns seamlessly with the unique needs and aspirations of both the remarkable habitats and the local community. As an intern, you'll actively contribute to the enhancement and empowerment of the lives of the people in Isabela Island.

Based on your interests and skills you can either apply for the internship focused on social media or education. In the first six weeks the organization will be able to see where your strengths and skills are to decide which focus you'll be for the rest of your internship experience. However, if you apply with a clear interest in English Edu. or social media management, then they'll try to work towards this.

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Program Highlights

Help the overall growth of the island's habitants by assisting in classrooms and showcasing the island's magnificent beauty.
Strengthen your skills in community development by working closely with local residents and organizations.
Elevate your Spanish language proficiency through daily interactions with the community.
Witness the direct impact of your efforts on the lives of the people on the island.
Immerse yourself in the unique culture of the Galapagos Islands.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Training
Academic Advising
Assistance Booking Travel
Micro-Credential(s) / Certification(s)
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Academic Credit
Letter of Recommendation

Program Details

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Locations

  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
  • Argentinian
  • Armenian
  • Aruban
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Azerbaijani
  • Bahamian
  • Bahraini
  • Barbadian
  • Belarusian
  • Belgian
  • Belizean
  • Bermudian
  • Bhutanese
  • Bissau-Guinean
  • Bolivian
  • Bonaire
  • Bosnian
  • Brazilian
  • British
  • British Virgin Islander
  • Bruneian
  • Bulgarian
  • Cambodian
  • Canadian
  • Cape Verdean
  • Caymanian
  • Channel Islander
  • Chilean
  • Chinese
  • Colombian
  • Comoran
  • Cook Islander
  • Costa Rican
  • Creole
  • Croatian
  • Cuban
  • Curacao
  • Cypriot
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Dominican
  • Dutch
  • Ecuadorian
  • Egyptian
  • Emirati
  • English
  • Estonian
  • European
  • Fijian
  • Finnish
  • French
  • Georgian
  • German
  • Gibraltarian
  • Greek
  • Greenlandic
  • Grenadian
  • Guadeloupian
  • Guatemalan
  • Guinean
  • Guyanese
  • Haitian
  • Hawaiian
  • Honduran
  • Hungarian
  • I-Kiribati
  • Icelandic
  • Indonesian
  • Iranian
  • Iraqi
  • Irish
  • Israeli
  • Italian
  • Jamaican
  • Japanese
  • Jordanian
  • Kazakhstani
  • Kittitian, Nevisian
  • Kiwi
  • Korean
  • Kuwaiti
  • Kyrgyzstani
  • Lao or Laotian
  • Latvian
  • Lebanese
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuanian
  • Luxembourg
  • Macedonian
  • Malagasy
  • Malaysian
  • Maldivian
  • Malian
  • Maltese
  • Manx
  • Marshallese
  • Martiniquais
  • Mauritanian
  • Mauritian
  • Mexican
  • Micronesian
  • Moldovan
  • Monegasque
  • Mongolian
  • Montenegrin
  • Montserratian
  • Moroccan
  • multi
  • Myanmar
  • Nauruan
  • Nepalese
  • New Caledonian
  • Ni-Vanuatu
  • Nicaraguan
  • Niuean
  • Norwegian
  • Omani
  • Palauan
  • Palestinian
  • Panamanian
  • Papua New Guinean
  • Paraguayan
  • Peruvian
  • Polish
  • Polynesian
  • Portuguese
  • Puerto Rican
  • Qatari
  • Reunionese
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Saban
  • Sahrawian, Sahraouian
  • Saint Helenian
  • Saint Lucian
  • Saint Vincentian or Vincentian
  • Salvadoran
  • Sammarinese
  • Samoan
  • Sao Tomean
  • Saudi Arabian
  • Scottish
  • Serbian
  • Serbian; Montenegrin
  • Seychelles
  • Singaporean
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Solomon Islander
  • Spanish
  • St. Barts
  • Statian
  • Surinamese
  • Swedish
  • Swiss
  • Syrian
  • Tahiti
  • Taiwanese
  • Tajikistani
  • Thai
  • The Vatican
  • Tibet
  • Timorese
  • Tongan
  • Trinidadian, Tobagonian
  • Turkish
  • Turkmen
  • Turks and Caicos
  • Tuvaluan
  • Ukrainian
  • Uruguayan
  • Uzbekistani
  • Venezuelan
  • Vietnamese
  • Virgin Islander
  • Welsh
  • Yemeni
  • This Program is also open to Solo

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Resume
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

21-30

Duration

  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 1-3 Months

Starts At

$600-900

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lmcdermottAugust 2025

Law and Economic Development in Ecuador

During my internship, I worked on legal and economic development for El Terreno, an NGO in rural Ecuador. This experience gave me hands-on skills in stakeholder analysis, legal writing, and economic development. The environment was wonderfully supportive, fun, and multicultural. Within a couple of hours, you can reach a capital city, beaches, islands, jungles, and more!

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What is the structure of the internship schedule?

Over a six week period, you will work, as well as learn new skills and take on some training at some of the main volunteer projects that the organization offers. Following this, you will be assigned to your placement.

Can this internship be done remotely/hybrid?

Yes, however, only the internship with a focus on social media management can be done remotely (or hybrid).

Is it necessary to have prior experience in teaching or education?

While a passion or background in education is a plus, it is not mandatory.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

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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