Research and Nature Conservation Internship in Brazil
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Calling all ecologists and biologists! Here's a fantastic chance to obtain research experience, practice methods of environmental data collection, and even get work published.
Venture to the Cocoa Coast in Bahia, Brazil, and monitor populations of the mangrove tree. You’ll monitor the regions. The local community of the quaint surf town, Iticaré, rely on fishing, ecotourism, and subsistence agri...
Calling all ecologists and biologists! Here's a fantastic chance to obtain research experience, practice methods of environmental data collection, and even get work published.
Venture to the Cocoa Coast in Bahia, Brazil, and monitor populations of the mangrove tree. You’ll monitor the regions. The local community of the quaint surf town, Iticaré, rely on fishing, ecotourism, and subsistence agriculture for their livelihood. You’ll work to create and maintain habitat maps, catalog species, and protect the area's distinctive flora and fauna. In this you will not only protect the rich biodiversity of the region, you’ll support the development of the community. You’ll also have the chance to participate in environmental education programs that aim to form a new generation of environmental le...
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- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- Albanian
- American
- Andorran
- Antarctica
- Antiguan & Barbudan
- Argentinian
Updated Jan 22, 2026
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Locations
- Itacare, Brazil
Types & Subjects
- Fields
- Biology
- Ecology
- Education
- Environmental Studies
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- Albanian
- American
- Andorran
- Antarctica
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Portuguese
- Education
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Group living
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Resume
Age Requirement
18-30
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
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You’ll be working closely with your supervisor who is fluent in both English and Portuguese, so no, Portuguese is not strictly necessary though it's certainly a bonus.
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