Dear Ecologers,
We are launching our Sustainable Development Internships Program for 2017 at our Education Center in Conservation and Sustainable Development (CDS) in the Central Amazon of Peru. The <http://www.cds-peru.org/> Education Center in Conservation and Sustainable Development (CDS) began in 2011 as an initiative of the non-governmental organization <http://www.centroneotropicalperu.org/index.html> Centro Neotropical de Entrenamiento en Humedales – Perú to facilitate and implement the goals of education, training, and research in different aspects of conservation and sustainable development. It is situated in the buffer zone of the Yanachaga Chemillén National Park in Oxapampa Province, which includes the Oxapampa Ashaninka Yanesha Biosphere Reserve. Our Sustainable Development Internship is suitable for participants looking for a real experience with local communities and environmental problems due to human impact. This expedition covers wide topics such as riparian forest restoration, organic cultivation, alternative energies, water treatment and water quality. The program is ideal for students in biology, ecology, environmental science or related fields. Students of sustainable development, Latin American studies, or international relations will find this program relevant to their degree as well. Anyone looking to improve their Spanish language skills will have the opportunity through this project as well. The program is structured like an internship, so it is a great resume builder! There is also the potential for students to do research or gather data on their own projects in related fields for a thesis or final year project. There is also potential for interested volunteers to design and implement long term projects, which they would manage with the center's approval and support. Please contact us as early as possible with proposals. The intern is expected to arrive with a positive attitude and a desire to work, learn and have a little fun! Must be physically fit and accustomed to the camping lifestyle. Some of the possible projects are: ü Reforestation/forest enrichment with native species ü Determination of reproduction techniques for native tree species ü Identification of native ornamental species to attract local fauna ü Environmental interpretation specialist ü Trail and sign designer ü Native fruits organic cultivation (Agro-forestry) ü Compost tea elaboration/use specialist ü Orchid propagation and conservation ü Waste (compost) recycling designer ü Butterflies reproduction specialist ü Water Treatment System Designer/Constructor ü Developing of Vertical Garden Specialist ü Solar Heater for Showers Designer/Constructor ü Aquaponics system Designer/Constructor ü Native bees’ conservation/reproduction specialist ü Other custom projects Cost of the program: $ 2,470 (in a tent) and $2,720 (in a shared room). Taxes and wire fee NOT included. GRANTS available for the first applicants! Services included: ü Housing (tent or shared room) ü Food (3 meals and snacks) ü Local transportation (Lima-Oxapampa-CDS-Oxapampa-Lima) ü Basic Medical consultation ü Pre-departure orientation/Training ü In-country orientation/Training ü In-country supervision ü Field equipment and supplies for your project ü In-country staff support ü Registration and application fees ü Written materials abroad ü Orientation with visa paperwork ü Weekend day excursions, such as bike rides, hikes in the national park, swimming, tree climbing, trips to waterfalls, etc. We include a basic medical assistance. However visitors should have an international health/accidents insurance. ü We include a four-day homestay with a local or an indigenous family. You will be able to live, work with them and shared their culture. Not included: - souvenirs - international health and accidents insurance - longer tours or trips (Cuzco, Caral, Huaraz and other can be arranged for an additional price) - unscheduled social activities (drinks, club entrances, etc). You can know more about our program by checking our website http://www.cds-peru.org/sustainable-development-internship Start date: May 1-26; June 19-July 14; July 31-Aug 25; Oct 2-27. The applications are reviewed in a rolling basis. Consequently, each program could be complete soon. TO APPLY please send your cv and request the application forms to Florencia Trama at [email protected] and [email protected] We look forward to hear from you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ph.D. Florencia Trama Education Center in Conservation and Sustainable Development (CDS) <http://www.cds-peru.org/> http://www.cds-peru.org/ <http://www.centroneotropicalperu.org/CECACDS-EN.htm#s7> http://www.centroneotropicalperu.org/ <https://www.facebook.com/ConservacionyDesarrolloSostenible> https://www.facebook.com/ConservacionyDesarrolloSostenible Oxapampa, Peru. Phone +51989862698, +51979771832 Skype: florenciatrama
