Conservation Internships in Cape Town
Program Overview
Some internships put you behind a desk. This one puts you on a mountain, in the water, or out on a boat, actively working to protect one of the most biodiverse coastlines on the planet. Cape Town's conservation internships are consistently among our most popular, and it's easy to see why: you're operating inside Table Mountain National Park and its Marine Protected Areas, contributing to real anti...
Some internships put you behind a desk. This one puts you on a mountain, in the water, or out on a boat, actively working to protect one of the most biodiverse coastlines on the planet. Cape Town's conservation internships are consistently among our most popular, and it's easy to see why: you're operating inside Table Mountain National Park and its Marine Protected Areas, contributing to real anti-poaching efforts, sustainable fishing practices, and biodiversity preservation along a stretch of coastline and mountain range.
This is serious, hands-on conservation work, not a scenic backdrop for your resume. Ideal candidates come in with a solid theoretical grounding in biology, some research experience, and genuine comfort working outdoors or out on the water. Past placements include Table ...
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- Short Term
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
- Marine Science
Updated Sep 14, 2026
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Types & Subjects
- Fields
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Studies
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Group living
- Guest House
- Independent living
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- Short Term
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Starts At
- 4-12 weeks: $3,275
Refund Policy
Other
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- Depending on your placement, you could be helping prevent poaching, supporting sustainable fishing practices in marine protected waters, or contributing to research and biodiversity preservation efforts across Table Mountain National Park and its surrounding coastline.
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