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Internships

2–12 weeks

Internships at a glance

Experience diverse
conservation
efforts
Contribute to
vital research
Work for real
project partners
Gain skills
to stand out
Live in
remote habitats

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Real projects with real partners

Rhino Revolution
Anti-poaching initiatives in South Africa

Help to protect rhinos and other endangered species in the greater Kruger region.

Huay Pakoot Elephant Foundation
Asian elephant protection in Thailand

Help to reintegrate elephants into their natural habitat from the tourism industry.

Healthy Reefs
Reef conservation projects in Mexico

Partner with an international NGO to help conserve the Mesoamerican reef system in Mexico.

Endangered Wildlife Trust
Wildlife conservation initiatives in South Africa

Join on-the-ground projects to protect species, conserve habits and benefit communities.

Rhino Revolution
Anti-poaching initiatives in South Africa

Help to protect rhinos and other endangered species in the greater Kruger region.

Huay Pakoot Elephant Foundation
Asian elephant protection in Thailand

Help to reintegrate elephants into their natural habitat from the tourism industry.

Healthy Reefs
Reef conservation projects in Mexico

Partner with an international NGO to help conserve the Mesoamerican reef system in Mexico.

Endangered Wildlife Trust
Wildlife conservation initiatives in South Africa

Join on-the-ground projects to protect species, conserve habits and benefit communities.

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Remote
locations.
Rare species. Exclusive access.

Kekoldi, Costa Rica

Mahe, Seychelles

Karongwe, South Africa

Cutting edge science. Published
research. Maximum impact.

Dr Vardhan Patankar
GVI Conservation Impact Director
  • PhD, Conservation Biology.
  • MSc Marine Sciences
  • Author, co-author and cited in over 400 academic papers.
GVI cited 1000+ times on

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Stand out from the crowd

Conservation skills
  • Survey techniques
  • Climate change impact
  • Fauna and flora identification
  • Biodiversity and ecology
Leadership skills
  • Project management
  • Critical thinking
  • Resilience
  • Time management
Soft skills
  • Cultural awareness
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication
  • Teamwork

Kickstart your conservation career

When you complete an internship of 12+ weeks, we guarantee you’ll secure an impact-driven position within 18 months (or we’ll return 50% of your program fee).

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Internship Program
Certificate
Subject Area
Foundation Certificate
Leading Teams for
Impact Certificate
Careers in Sustainable
Development Certificate
Internship Program
Certificate
Subject Area
Foundation Certificate
Leading Teams for
Impact Certificate
Careers in Sustainable
Development Certificate
You'll also get:
  • Weekly group sessions
  • Internship supervisor guidance
  • Advanced leadership training
  • Job portal access
  • Career coaching sessions
  • Career course
  • LinkedIn reference
4–24 weeks
Virtual
internships

Work remotely on real projects for conservation partners.

4–24 weeks
Research
fellowships

Complete your thesis/ dissertation, be a co-author and get published.

24 weeks
Professional
apprenticeships

Get a three month placement to work for a conservation partner.