Bolivia
Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Description:
Work with endangered species at a wildlife refuge in the Bolivian jungle. Work varies greatly, from tending sick or newly arrived monkeys to preparing birds for their return to the wild or even walking some of the wild cats. Volunteers also guide visitors who are visiting the reserve, giving explanations about the animals and the importance of wildlife and habitat preservation.
Highlights:
The refuge houses about 200 monkeys of six different species (spider, capuchin, squirrel, nocturnal, titi and tamarin). They also have dozens of birds, from toucans to hawks to the big macaws, as well as coatis, turtles, snakes (at times) and a few wild cats (ocelots, pumas and a jaguar). Many of the animals are of endangered species.
This opportunity is part of LEAPNOW's Supported Internship program - Check out our website for more details!
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Motivated, self starters, who won't shy away from sometimes messy work. Basic knowledge of the Spanish language is not necessary, but recommended.
Intern Type:
Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
Languages:
English
and Spanish
Cost in US$: 1,400
Cost Includes:
In-country orientation/Training,
In-country staff support,
Registration fees
and Written materials pre-departure
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
animal welfare,
eco-tourism,
environment,
veterinary,
volunteering
and wildlife surveying
Typical Volunteer: Typically our volunteers are gap year students aged 17-25. Volunteers placed by our organization are eager, outgoing, take initiative and are dedicated to international and local service work. Our volunteer placements are geared towards the backpacker traveling lifestyle.
Age Range: 17-35
This Program is open to
American,
Australian,
Canadian,
European,
Kiwi,
South African
and Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Group living
Participants Travel to Bolivia
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Resume
- Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time Is 1 week
Post Services Include:
- Alumni Network
- Exit Debriefing Abroad
- Job and Internship Network
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
LEAPNOW: Transforming Education's Mission Statement: Leapnow's primary purpose is nothing less than transformation and positive change on the planet. We aspire to keep our work on the cutting edge of human evolution. We feel that we can have the most positive impact on the world by working in the area of education- which ideally is all about transforming and expanding the consciousness of our students. Cultural immersion, study and work abroad are our main vehicles for learning about one's self and the world.
Year Founded: 1993