Internships
About the Internship Program
Internships are designed for university students, young professionals, and individuals seeking a career transition into conservation, research, or sustainable development. Interns gain hands-on experience while contributing to real projects within the Sumaco region.
Focus Areas
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Communication, Research, Administration
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What’s Included
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Lodging at Wildsumaco Biological Station
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Three homemade meals per day
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Project supervision and professional guidance
Requirements
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Some previous experience in environmental or conservation-related projects is helpful but not always required.
Interns are generally expected to stay 3–6 months on-site.
Community Processes & Administrative Management Intern
Are you interested in gaining practical experience working with rural communities, conservation initiatives, and project management in the Ecuadorian Amazon?
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Sumaco Conservation is seeking an intern to support community processes and administrative activities based at Wildsumaco Biological Station in Napo Province.
Interested in joining us?
Email reservation@sumacoconservation.org introducing yourself, your background, and your preferred timeline.
Please attach your resume or CV and write:
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“Interest in Sumaco Conservation Internship”
in the subject line.