2019 at Research Internship (In-person)
from 1,447€
Research Internship (In-person)
Highlights
- Work on your own undergraduate or graduate research thesis/dissertation with us and carry out primary research in the field!
- Receive ongoing guidance throughout the research process from our experienced team; from before you set off, during your volunteer internship with us and when you get back to university afterwards.
- Enhance your CV and gain professional hands-on experience managing sustainable projects in an international development NGO, having a real and positive impact on a vulnerable community.
- Carry out a successful and impactful research project work alongside experienced & passionate people from a range of disciplines.
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About the program
Come to northern Peru to carry out your undergraduate/postgraduate research or support us in our ongoing research projects!
EcoSwell is a surfing-inspired sustainable development non-profit (NGO) driving the development of poor Peruvian coastal communities through a path of sustainability. We develop environmental, educational, infrastructure and socio-economic projects working hand in hand with local communities and ...
Typical day
As a research volunteer intern at EcoSwell, you will be given ownership of the research projects, working alongside members of the community and the EcoSwell team. The daily activities will vary depending on whether you are conducting your own research or supporting EcoSwell with a current project. ..
Free-time activities
Volunteer interns work between 9am to 5pm on weekdays but evenings and weekends are free for you to spend as you wish. For those joining our in-person placement, the northern coast of Peru has amazing waves, beaches and towns to go visit, with lots of different activities on offer such as:
Surf ...
Requirements
What's Included
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Details on arrival
This research internship is available all year round and you can join us any time. However, we do ask that you stay with us for a minimum of 2 weeks in order to have enough time to conduct sufficient research, make an impact and get the most out of the experience.
Program fees
Meet your organization
EcoSwell
Non-profit - founded in 2013
Verified by Volunteer World
Coordinated by
Michael
About the project
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