Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term Internship
by: GVI
Travel to the beautiful coastal region of Phang Nga in Thailand and assist with the conservation of a natural environment. This conservation internship gives you the opportunity to gain valuable practical skills as you help address climate and conservation issues. We work alongside our local partners and, as an intern, you’ll get to make a real change within the communities while getting hands-on ...
Travel to the beautiful coastal region of Phang Nga in Thailand and assist with the conservation of a natural environment. This conservation internship gives you the opportunity to gain valuable practical skills as you help address climate and conservation issues. We work alongside our local partners and, as an intern, you’ll get to make a real change within the communities while getting hands-on experience in biodiversity research, turtle conservation, and environmental education. Interns work in three different main areas: teaching English and environmental education to the local community, plant and animal biodiversity, and animal care. This internship makes a viable difference while giving you the chance to improve your résumé and boost your conservation career!
Program Highlights
Gain practical conservation skills and knowledge, helping to kick-start your career in conservation.
Work with turtles and improve their chances of survival.
Live in a coastal area renowned for its natural beauty.
Teach local children about the importance of environmental conservation.
Travel to amazing local attractions, like the James Bond Island, in your free time.
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Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Thailand
- Short Term
- 3-6 Months
- Fall
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
- All Nationalities
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My internship in Thailand was one of the best things I've ever done.
by: Maya Mcintyre-HillProgram: Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term InternshipMy internship in Thailand was one of the best things I've ever done. After a two-year wait due to the pandemic, it felt incredible to finally start. Very different from previous volunteering I've done abroad. Going out every morning and monitoring the behaviors of Asian elephants was completely surreal and learning a wide range of new things in the afternoons. These included species identification, sustainable living, learning the village language, and cooking classes. I would greatly recommend ...
I had an indescribably good time with GVI in Thailand
by: Molly EganProgram: Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term InternshipI had an indescribably good time with GVI in Thailand. I felt so fulfilled by the work I did with the sea turtles reasearch & conservation during my time and embraced by the staff who made the experience so unforgettable.
Great internship in an incredible place
by: Melanie Rafferty - United KingdomProgram: Thailand Coastal Conservation Short-Term InternshipI have always loved animals and marine life and wanted to give back in some way so after a lot of thought I decided that the marine conservation internship in Phang Nga was the best option for me. I was nervous before leaving Scotland on what to expect from Thailand and GVI but I was made to feel welcome straight from the arrivals at the airport. Thailand is an incredible country with so much to offer and the program gave me so much to think about and take back home with me, from using marin...
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Thailand
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Biology
- Ecology
- Environmental Studies
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 3-6 Months
- Fall
- Short Term
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Required Equipment
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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